XCS Distributed Buoyancy

Our patent pending distributed buoyancy solution has been developed specifically for offshore wind.

The XCS solution replaces standard internal clamps with only 2 to 3 external clamps.  The buoyancy chain is connected with Dyneema tethers. This system is more cost effective and quicker to install than today’s industry standards.

Benefits

• Components use proven technology in a novel arrangement
• Lower overall cost per system
• Reduction in installation time on board vessel
• Clamps are possible to inspect during lifetime
• Standard buoyancy elements can accept range of cable sizes
• Clamping easily tailored to cable requirements/limitations
• Designed spacing ensured with pre-made intermediate tethers