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Ishpeming Update
June 1, 2009
ISHPEMING PROJECT UPDATE
After completing extensive analysis of the
“alpha” designed blades and a test lift in April, MTI has made a business and
technical decision to produce and install a significantly re-designed “beta”
blade. The beta blade more closely mirrors the production blade design, which
will enable certification. The beta blade is more than 40 times stiffer than the
alpha design enabling a more efficient installation and improvement in
performance.
In addition, the review of the test lift has identified a less costly and faster
method to hoist the blades atop the tower. A special lifting device has been
designed and is being built that will result in a much improved lifting
procedure.
Cranes will be relocated to another job until construction resumes. Blade
delivery and installation completion dates are estimated at six to eight weeks.
Ishpeming Update
April 17, 2009
MTI UPDATES ISHPEMING WINDSTOR
WIND TURBINE INSTALLATION
BRIGHTON, MI – MTI Energy
Management / Lighting Specialists has advised McKenzie Bay International Ltd (“MKBY:OTC.PK)that
the WindStor® installation process at Pioneer Bluff Apartments in Ishpeming,
Michigan continues to advance towards completion according to plan. MTI has
taken many extra steps to ensure the successful completion of a renewable energy
system where construction began and then delayed more than two years ago.
Most of the components that
were not installed until this year have been in storage during this time. To be
certain that system integrity is maintained and safe operation is achieved; MTI
is testing all parts and components multiple times during the completion
process. Testing has resulted in re-engineering parts and processes such as
changing nuts and bolts to stainless steel, revising tolerances to higher
standards, and identifying and correcting numerous oversights.
The blade installation is the
final and most complex process requiring the greatest amount of planning and
design. Thus far, one blade has been trial-lifted, temporarily installed, and
taken back down. MTI has conducted blade stress analysis tests based on the
trial-lift and have determined that a custom-designed lifting support brace will
be necessary for elevating the blades in a more efficient, less costly and safer
manner. A re-usable custom support brace is currently being designed and
manufactured. MTI anticipates the brace will be available in May for a
successful completion.
MTI reports that an improved
blade design, constructed of a composite material, will be utilized for future
installations and will eventually replace the blades at Pioneer Bluff. These
blades will be implemented as soon as the manufacturing process is completed and
a manufacturing source is identified.
March 18, 2009
McKenzie Bay
International (MKBY), Settles MTI Lawsuit; Appoints New Board
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