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Size matters

Super-sized monopiles are a tough challenge for the offshore wind supply chain. But where will it end?

Larger and larger, it seems. In July, foundation manufacturer EEW Special Pipe Constructions GmbH achieved a 10 m diameter cylinder rolled from a 31.4 x 3 m plate! The company is expecting to receive initial enquiries for projects with diameters of up to 9 m already this year.

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