On September 21 to 25, 2010, SGS will showcase its service portfolio for the wind energy industry at the Husum Wind Energy Trade Fair, stand no. 3A09 in sector A of hall 3 in Husum, Germany. The services offered by SGS include Commissioning and In-Service Inspections, Wind Farm Project Certification

The Husum Wind Energy Trade Fair (http://www.husumwindenergy.com/content/de/), which takes place every two years in Husum, is known as the world´s longest-running wind energy industry trade show. This show will be held in the new Husum congress and event center on September 21 to 25, 2010 featuring products, services and innovations from leading companies and organizations engaged in wind energy component manufacturing, development, construction and support around the globe.

SGS will showcase its Wind Energy Services at the Husum Wind Energy Trade Fair including Commissionning (http://www.wind.sgs.com/services-overview-for-the-wind-energy-sector#commissioning) and In-Service Inspection, Farm Project Certification and Design Verification at stand no 3A09 in sector A of hall 3.

Commissioning and In-Service Inspection (http://www.wind.sgs.com/services-overview-for-the-wind-energy-sector#in-service) offered by SGS includes Commissioning Services, Final Acceptance Inspection, Periodic In-Service Inspections as well as Pre Warranty and End of Warranty Inspection, which are indispensable for the successful operation of any wind farm.

Another relevant service provided by SGS is Wind Farm Project Certification (http://www.sgs.com/wind-farm-project-certification?serviceId=10102523&lobId=5550). It aims at minimizing the technical project risk by providing independent and site-specific assessment and certification of wind farm projects both onshore and offshore, as well as the inspection and testing of critical components such as rotor blades, gearboxes and towers. Besides, SGS provides certification services for each phase of a wind farm project to ensure that the wind farm will perform successfully throughout its intended lifetime.

To ensure that a wind farm project fulfils the applicable regulatory or client-specific requirements and operates as intended, SGS offers Design Verification (http://www.sgs.com/design_verification-5?serviceId=10069410&lobId=5550). SGS experts verify that the design is in accordance with proven industry standards and meets given requirements for operational, safety and environmental performance in order to ensure that a wind farm project operates as intended.

During the event, visitors are welcome to visit SGS at its stand no. 3A09 in sector A of hall 3 to ask questions and discuss with SGS experts any aspects of the various services offered for the wind energy sector (http://www.wind.sgs.com/wind/services-overview-for-the-wind-energy-sector.htm).

About SGS Wind Energy Services

SGS Wind Energy Services works as an independent project surveyor and offers verification, inspection, supervision, testing and certification services worldwide for onshore and offshore wind farm projects. By providing experienced staff and technical expertise in wind technology, SGS aims to improve trust in wind farm projects and secure the high quality of wind farms.


For further information, please contact:

SGS Industrial Services
SGS Renewable Energy Services
Daniel Hope
Global Business Development Manager
SGS Group Management Ltd.
Industrial Services
c/o SGS Germany GmbH
Raboisen 28
D - 20095 Hamburg

t: +49 (0) 40 30101-538
f: +49 (0) 89 1250406 8-538
Email: industrial.pr@sgs.com
Website: www.sgs.com/wind
The SGS Group is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With 59,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 1,000 offices and laboratories around the world.