This project, implemented for Coca-Cola Beverages Inc., encompasses the installation of a wind turbine with a total installed capacity of 4.8 MW and all related infrastructure works, in line with the company's sustainability goals. This turnkey project aims to complete all processes, from the construction of the turbine foundation to the integration of the in-plant infrastructure, in accordance with the highest engineering and safety standards.
Ground Improvement and Turbine Foundation Construction
The most critical phase of the project was the meticulous execution of the ground and foundation works necessary to ensure that the turbine could safely withstand high static and dynamic loads. To this end, a total of 384 meters of 65 cm diameter bored piles were constructed as part of the ground improvement works. This deep foundation system has guaranteed the long-term stability of the turbine by increasing the bearing capacity of the ground.
Following the pile manufacturing, the excavation works in the foundation area were completed, and grout concrete was poured to create a solid foundation ground. Formwork and steel reinforcement were installed to form the main load-bearing structure of the foundation, and then the reinforced concrete manufacturing of the turbine foundation was completed.
Anchoring systems that provide a secure connection between the turbine tower and the foundation, and electrical conduit installations for power transmission, were integrated prior to the concrete pour. Finally, grout was poured to reinforce the structural integrity of the foundation. Waterproofing and drainage system applications were implemented to protect the foundation from groundwater and moisture.
Infrastructure and Logistics Work
The installation of the turbine is a special logistics operation that requires the transportation of heavy and bulky equipment. Therefore, access roads and a turbine installation platform were constructed with great care for the turbine installation in the project. Excavation and filling works, carried out in accordance with the challenging conditions of the terrain, ensured the safe movement of heavy cranes and transport vehicles. These roads and platforms were delivered in accordance with test standards and made ready for operational use.
In addition, concrete was poured in front of the factory to support its daily operations, creating smooth and durable surfaces for logistics and vehicle traffic.
This project is an exemplary case study of how a large-scale energy production system can be integrated into the existing infrastructure of an industrial facility. Playing a critical role in Coca-Cola Beverages A.Ş.'s achievement of its sustainability goals, this project has laid the foundation for a future-oriented investment by creating a robust, reliable, and modern infrastructure.
