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REDUCED UNDERWATER NOISE LEVELS
Underwater noise measurements during a full-scale monopile installation have shown a reduction in underwater noise emissions of more than 20 decibel (SEL) compared to conventional hammers.
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LOW ACCELERATIONS
When installing with the BLUE Piling Technology, a monopile will experience low acceleration levels. This will allow more secondary steel to be installed on a monopile prior to driving and will simplify the design of the secondary steel.
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REDUCED FATIGUE
The combination of low acceleration levels and reduced number of stress cycles will reduce the installation fatigue in primary and secondary steel.
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FUTURE PROOF
BLUE Piling Technology is not limited to a certain pile size and weight. If monopiles continue to grow in size the BLUE Piling Technology can follow this growth and is thereby a future proof solution.

BLUE PILING

Reduce noise during installation – even with the largest monopiles

The BLUE Piling™ technology can be used to install the largest monopiles in the world and reduces noise at the source during installation. The technology uses the impact of a large water mass over a long period to create a pushing force on the pile.

As a result, the vibrations of the pile wall are reduced significantly. The BLUE Piling technology allows for very large pile diameters, making it perfectly suited for the next generation of monopiles.

BLUE PILING B.LEAFLET
“By reducing underwater noise levels at the source directly, the industry can save millions of euros on noise mitigation measures.”

Technical Director

Blue Piling in action

Onshore test Blue Piling Technology

BLUE Piling technology is an innovative piling solution that uses the deceleration of a large water mass contained in a water vessel to deliver a long-lasting blow to the pile. The technology reduces noise at the source during installation, ensuring a safe and environmentally friendly installation.

BLUE PILING TECHNOLOGY IN 2023

Our ambitions

The technology is expected to be tested at full-scale in 2023. After these tests the technology will be commercially available.

BROCHURES AND TRACK RECORDS

Leaflet BLUE Piling

BLUE Piling technology can be used to install the largest monopiles in the world and reduces noise at the source during installation.

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Offshore Product Overview

In short, we deliver leading-edge solutions through our technology and services. However, that’s only the beginning.

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Trackrecord offshore wind

Our aim is to support you with innovative equipment that provides increased efficiency and safety on your installation projects.

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Frequent Asked Questions

Is Blue Piling suitable for my project?

Are you looking for a way to install the increasing sized monopiles, while reducing noise at the source during installation? Our BLUE Piling technology got you covered. For a tailored advice do not hesitate to contact us!

We know that your projects take place in challenging environments globally, and sometimes, you need the support and guidance of a partner. That’s why we are here to support you. We provide high-quality services all around the world with personal assistance through our 24/7 service for all our customers. It doesn’t matter what environment you’re working in, or where your project is located, we will be ready to help you and offer you a solution. This means that in case of a breakdown, our service team will be ready to provide you with the most appropriate solution.

Piling for offshore installations in Europe is restricted by precautionary regulations for underwater noise and its effect on sea life. This limitation during construction increases the cost price. IQIP has found a way for you to enlarge your installation window and reduce costs with innovative technology for effective noise mitigation. For more information on noise mitigation challenges and solutions see this video. Noise mitigation challenges and solutions in Offshore Wind – YouTube

The latest news articles on BLUE PILING

IQIP INVESTS IN THE SOUND OF SILENCE

IQIP is going all in on noise mitigation. The company continues to invest in the development of new innovative noise mitigation solutions that support an environmentally friendly installation. With two new developments, IQIP is now expanding its portfolio.
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IQIP and Delft University joint work on BLUE Piling

IQIP and Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) start their joint work on the monopile drivability investigation of the BLUE Piling Technology. It is a new monopile installation technique is being developed by IQIP, the market leader in hammers for monopile installation.
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Let’s Mitigate Some Noise

PULSE reduces noise levels significantly at the source and creates an environmentally friendly installation. This dampening system, which is an add on, can be positioned between the hammer and the sleeve and can be used on IQIP’s existing hammer range.
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LET’S BUILD TOGETHER AND WORK ON YOUR NEXT PROJECT

Curious what BLUE Piling can do for your next project? We can support you with providing our BLUE Piling technique, services and matching equipment. Our service engineers are available 24/7 for you when you need support, maintenance, or spare parts. This will be carried out manually or by remote controlling.

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