Coemi Wind Turbines latest news

Coemi Woos the Crowds at Green Open Day

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Rugby League superstar, Clinton Schifcofske, and MP Ian Lucas, were amongst the crowds who came to find out more about Coemi’s 20Kw Skywing Wind Turbine, installed in the spring at the Eco Readymix factory in Wrexham.

The Open Day was put on by the manufacturers of eco friendly concrete, who invested in the super-quiet, compact wind turbine for their factory to help reduce energy costs and maintain Eco Readymix’s green credentials.

Coemi’s director, Paul Young was delighted by the turnout, “these events are a great way to show people how far wind turbines have developed; this is 21st century technology.”

Paul Young with MP for Wrexham, Ian Lucas

With groups coming from as far away as Scotland to investigate the potential of wind energy, the Eco Readymix Open Day proved as popular and informative as other events held by Coemi to explain the benefits of wind turbines.

Coemi will be holding more Open Days, so watch the Coemi website for details.

Open Day at Eco Readymix - Wrexham

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Open Day Coemi Skywing Wind Turbine

An opportunity to see a working 20kW Coemi Skywing wind turbine at Eco Readymix.

The owner Gary Billington has opened his site for a family fun day, everyone is invited.

To celebrate the official launch of the Coemi Skywing 20kW
wind turbine at Eco-Readymix of Wrexham
they are holding a Family Funday.
The event will take place on Friday 27th August 10.00 – 3.00

With * BBQ * Bouncy Castle * Face Painting *
Lucky Dip * Truck Display * Raffle * Hog Roast *
Sponge Stocks * Childrens Craft and Eco Tree Planting

Please come and join us and see the Coemi Skywing in action.

Eco-Readymix
Hafod Road
Ruabon
Wrexham
LL14 6ET

For further details please contact us on:

01278 793737
01278 787616

Skywing Turbine Set To Save Stud Farm

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Coemi first 50kw Skywing is set to save a stud farm owner £40,000-a-year - by saving £20,000 on energy costs and £20,000 selling excess green energy into the national grid.

Wendy Edgar’s Stretcholt Farm in Bridgwater is the head office of the British Miniature Horses Association with more than 100 award-winning ponies and horses on 120 acres.

The champion- stud farm also shows the horses, from tiny miniatures at 27 inches to the neck to giants of 17 hands.

Wendy said: “We have a deep indoor pool to exercise injured horses and a solarium to dry them, then there’s an indoor arena with banks of lights that uses lots of electricity.

“We hope the Skywing turbine will not only pay our energy bill but generate electricity we can be paid for and it’s an ethical issue; we want to be greener.

Coemi Director, Paul Young, said: “This is an opportunity for us to have a Skywing sited near to Coemi which means it’s a great testing ground for our first 50kw machine.”

Exclusive Import Deal with China Gives Coemi the Edge

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Coemi Director, Paul Young, has just returned from an important visit to China which sees Coemi clinching a 10-year exclusive deal with Skywing manufacturers in Yangzhou, nr Shanghai.

Accompanying him were chief engineer, Paul Thompson from Genergy Ltd, who deals with installation and electrician, Chris Laitt, who was going out for hands-on training with Skywings.

Paul said: “Signing this deal means we are the sole agents for Skywing in the UK and Ireland.

“The factory visit allowed our engineers to learn more about the production process and see the latest G3 turbines with all their easy-operated and reliable hydraulic systems.

“Skywing turbines will outlast most other turbines, with minimal servicing backed up by remote hi-tech support.”

Coemis Success Boosted by Government-Backing

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In 2007 green entrepreneur, Paul Young launched Coemi, importing and installing cutting edge, super efficient and reliable Skywing wind turbines.

The Government’s backing of microgeneration is key to Coemi’s growing success and boosted by the new Feed in Tariffs which pay green energy producers money if they feed excess power back into the National Grid.

So far, Coemi has concentrated on turbines up to 50kw but with increasing demand for bigger output there is a market for Skywing turbines with a 100kw to 250kw strength.

Coemi Director, Paul Young, said: “Despite the economic downturn and the problems with certification caused by a lack of testing sites, we are doing very well.

“I am confident because Skywings are quality scaled-down versions of the 100-metre-high wind turbines but use the same technology and yet reach only 60ft.

“The best thing about them is they will pay for themselves in five years – which is as long as our guarantee lasts and we hand-hold clients every step of the way.”

With clients across the UK two 30kw turbines, costing £110,000 each have brought on board two new dealers in Scotland who will use Coemi expertise and training.

Coemi Skywing Boosts Environmental Concrete Production

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Eco Readymix, a pioneer in the environmental production of ready mix concrete, mortar and floor screed has bought a 20kw Skywing turbine to off-set fuel used for mixing.

The 20-year-old company based in Wrexham, North Wales, is determined to cut its carbon footprint as much as possible.

Coemi Director, Paul Young, said: “Eco Readymix like a lot of companies in the UK is looking to lower its carbon footprint and this size of turbine will make a serious contribution up to 40,000kw hours-a-year which is around £10,000.

Eco-Readymix also gave 100 per cent of its profits last year to two childrens’ charities, Hope House and Ronald McDonald Home which help look after severely ill children.

Super Salesman Boosts Coemi Sales in South East

Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Doug Paulsen-Forster has spent all his life in sales and left South Africa for the South East of England to become one of Coemi’s most successful salesman.

He’s only too happy to knock on the doors of potential clients whom he thinks have the benefit of fast flowing wind currents and see the golden opportunity to buy into a green revolution.

The 54-year-old said: “When I knock on a door most people are happy to give me the time of day. Buying a Skywing is not just about being environmentally-friendly; it makes good economic sense thanks to the Government’s Feed in Tariffs.”

As well as showing farmers the benefits of Coemi windpower, Doug will guide clients through the minefield of planning applications right until the turbine is installed and beyond.

A large salad-growing business in Selsey, West Sussex, is set to order a substantial number of Skywing turbines to cut the running costs on around 12 farms.

Doug said: “We are sorting out planning issues and I am confident the business may take more than 10 turbines, substantially reducing the money they spend on energy as well as cutting their carbon footprint.

“It’s a fantastic area for wind turbines because it’s pancake flat with a steady, strong wind making it perfect for Coemi.”

Another two 20kw turbines are in the planning pipeline for farmers living in the Andover region on the A303 after Doug knocked on their doors.

Paul said: “Doug is the kind of salesman who instinctively knows a good place and business for Skywings. He’s an expert in Coemi technology and able to guide clients through from start to finish.”

Wind Tunnel Tested

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Quality & Duration Testing

Skywing products have been extensively tested both at the factory and in Mongolia where a full six month duration test was carried out to prove performance and durability in high wind conditions.
Product development and testing for safety, performance and duration has been part of the development process. Attention to new international standards has played a major part in line with the demand for tested turbines in the USA and Europe. No expense has been spared and the factory is the first small turbine manufacturer to have there own wind tunnel test facility.
This means performance, and duration tests can be performed without waiting for the wind to blow!
Skywing wind tunnel

Blowing Away Confusion on Clean Energy Payments

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

As one of the UK’s leading wind turbine installers, Coemi, has been dismayed to find out that the compulsory certification scheme for each wind turbine model sold in the UK cannot be implemented because of lack of testing facilities and huge costs.

Without the certificate, customers who have bought the powerful wind turbines face uncertainty over claiming for a feed in tariff paid by the government for clean energy.

Coemi’s director, Paul Young, says, “this could demolish the wind turbine industry in the UK as there is only one place in Scotland set to deal with around 90 installers.

“Each model requires six months’ testing and costs around £30,000 per turbine yet there are just eight test pads to carry out that certification."

Coemi is determined to find out why the introduction of the long awaited FITS (feed in tariff scheme), which was introduced at the beginning of April, has been compromised by confusion over certification of wind turbines.

"While we fully agree that wind turbines should be tested to prove they reach the appropriate standards, we will not rest until we understand what has caused such chaos in the industry at a time when we should be forging ahead with clean energy provision." Says Paul Young.

He continues, "at Coemi we intend to get all our models certified whatever it takes."

Confusion Over Certification Could Damage Launch of Feed In Tariff

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On April 1 the FITS (Feed in Tariffs) scheme launches, offering financial incentives to green energy users to accelerate the renewables revolution and combat the threat of global warming and rundown in North Sea oil.

Payments of up to 41.3p per kilowatt-hour will be given to installers of solar, wind and hydropower. There are also savings on electricity bills and extra cash when surplus energy is exported back into the national grid.

But in a huge blow to importers and manufacturers of windturbines, installers must now go through a stringent new Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS), which provides a quality mark. Without this certficate windturbines will not qualify for FITS.

With each turbine model requiring a certificate, which could cost installers many thousands of pounds, getting certification may take up to six months .

Coemi’s Managing Director, Paul Young says, “the British Wind Energy Authority told us about the Certification Scheme for wind turbines in November. I was shocked because it may cost us up to £300,000."

Currently, there are no windturbine installers in the UK that have certification. As an interim measure the government has set up a register of turbines to ensure that wind energy producers can at least claim the tariff until the end of the year.

“One way or another this has got to be sorted out,” says Paul Young. “With the Feed in Tariff almost upon us, the government has made a mess of implementing it smoothly.”

Pleased With Expert Status

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

“Wind turbines are fascinating. It’s taken several years of learning how small wind turbines are put together, add to that the vagaries of linking them to the National Grid, and, yes, I am probably an expert in wind microgeneration.” Says green entrepreneur Paul Young, MD of Coemi.

Paul started his business in 2007 by supplying farmers with battery wind turbines for lighting in remote areas like lambing sheds.

Since then he’s hooked up with a Chinese manufacturer and become the sole UK licensee of Skywing wind turbines; a much bigger prospect not only because of their size, but because they are cutting edge American designed machines.

“We really do know our business.” Says Paul, “it’s not always been straight forward but these new Skywing wind turbines will revolutionise the microgeneration of wind energy. And that’s an exciting place to be.”

Agents Appointed to Launch Coemi Nationwide

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

After a successful week of training six new agents for Coemi’s nationwide operation, the company is entering a new phase of activity.

“With the FIT payment about to come on stream and increasing enquiries we’re pleased to be taking on some excellent reps in regions across the UK.” Says Director, Paul Young.

“It has been part of our strategic plans for growth to get real expertise out and about dealing with appointments.”

The sales team spent a week getting to know all the technical aspects of the Skywing Wing Turbine range at a special training location in Somerset.

In addition, Coemi is opening new warehouse in February, which will be a base for its engineers, as well as expanding its storage capacity.

FIT For Business

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Coemi Skywing owners will get a real financial boost when the Government’s new Feed in Tariffs (FIT) begins in April. But it pays to unravel some of the red tape surrounding the introduction of the new system.

Currently renewable energy fed back into the National Grid is eligible for a Renewable Obligation Certificate (ROC) which brings with it a payment, but on top of this the Government is proposing a further incentive of 23p per kWh generated by 1.5kW-50kW wind turbines.

Sounds good. The only snag is that manufacturers must first get approval for their wind turbines from the Microgeneration Certification Scheme.

Coemi has already applied for MCS testing and is confident of approval in the next few months. But not all wind turbines will be approved.

Prospective buyers should make sure the wind turbine they choose is MCS approved or they may lose out on their FIT rebate.

Safety First With Coemi Cutting Edge Turbines

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Safety is a priority when it comes to generating energy from such an unpredictable source as the wind. Too much, too fast may cause over-revving which is dangerous. Coemi has gone further than its competitors to ensure that its Skywing wind turbines are safe, efficient and last longer.

The Skywing turbines come with an automatic hydraulic braking system that will slow down or stop if the wind speed increases to unmanageable levels. There is a manual override braking system and electrical backup braking system.

In addition, the wind turbine head will pivot and adjust to keep the wind speed as smooth as possible to prevent the blades from distorting.

“Coemi’s Skywing wind turbines are built with safety considerations as an absolute priority.” Says Paul Young, Managing Director of Coemi. “In fact we are so confident in the safety features of our turbines that we believe them to be a real selling point.”

Middlesbrough Council Seek Quote For Wind Powered Crematorium

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

As fuel prices continue to rise, the public sector faces serious choices about where to source energy for some of its most basic civil functions.

Coemi has been approached by Middlesbrough Council to quote for a 20kW wind turbine for the city’s crematorium.

Wind power may just be the answer to topping up the massive power requirements of keeping the crematorium in business.

Local authorities will increasingly be looking for ways to reduce their energy bills and if projects like Middlesbrough Crematorium are seen to work then wind turbines may become a feature of our city infrastructure.

Coemi Order Books Filling Up Fast

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

With orders in place for two of the largest Coemi Skywing wind turbines, the future looks bright for South West’s leading green energy company.

The 50Kw wind turbines stand at a modest 18 metres but will produce a massive 53Kw per hour when rotating at full power.

Although, the 50Kw turbines cost approx £160K, their typical annual output is up to a whacking 140,000kW-h, which means the turbine will pay for itself within a decade.

So whilst Coemi’s largest wind turbine is still classed as a micro generator, its power and attractive pay back makes it a market leader in the clean energy field.

Affordable, Reliable, Low-Carbon

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Coemi is well placed to lead the charge towards the microgeneration of wind energy that will surely feature in the mix of renewable supplies needed to secure Britain’s long-term energy future.

Wind power featured in the Talking Energy Debate held in London at Christmas, and continues to provoke responses on at least two online forums set up to explore themes raised by participants.

As sponsors of Talking Energy, the Daily Telegraph believes “we will all need to exploit the technologies at our disposal as well as developing new ones.”

Coemi’s Director, Paul Young, agrees, “now is the time to look for real practical solutions to converting renewable sources into clean energy.

Our wind turbines use absolutely the most up to date technology to convert all the wind power coming through the blades.

With their built in safety features and GPRS monitoring which can be done online, these marvellous machines will allow people to take control of their energy needs.”

Coemi Skywing Wind Turbine Blows Cornish Farmers Away

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The world’s highest tech, compact and ultra-quiet 10kW domestic wind turbine, the Coemi Skywing, was on show to visitors to Robert Herford’s 520-acre Cornish farm near St Columb Major last week.

With the help of grant aid from the Regional Development Agency, the farm has been able to erect the 12 metre high turbine to begin to produce clean energy that will reduce bills in the future.

Coemi’s Managing Director, Paul Young, said: “Robert paid £2,500 for his electricity last year. Next year it should cost nothing and instead he’ll be paid for putting green energy back into the National Grid.

“Skywings are scaled-down versions of the 100-metre high turbines and like those giants are just as capable of producing power but pay for themselves in five years – which is as long as our guarantee lasts.”

Interest in Coemi’s cutting edge turbine has been intense with up to fifty people attending the Cornish Wind Turbine Open Day, some travelling all the way from Scotland.

“As well as farms we’ve had inquiries from hospitals, supermarkets, councils and tourism offices because Skywings operate so efficiently and quietly.” Continues Paul Young.

“There is no other compact turbine that can compete with Skywing. In fact, the small micro generators out now use 30-year old technology, which is like buying a car from the late 1970s.”