Henkels & McCoy (H&M), the contractor hired by the Minnesota Municipal Power Agency (MMPA) to install 12 refurbished wind turbines, claims it has been unfairly characterized as being responsible for the delayed start-up of the project.
In a statement, H&M claims it adhered to its contractual obligations with the MMPA.
‘We've properly done our job as contracted and want nothing more than to see the turbines fully operational and providing much-anticipated green energy to the thousands of homes and businesses in the 11 communities served by the MMPA.’
The company, which has extensive experience with power utilities across the U.S., disputes previous public statements implying that H&M is at fault for the delay.
H & M was hired by MMPA to install the refurbished wind turbines, which MMPA purchased from a California supplier.
According to H& M, the company had no role or responsibility in deciding on the turbine selection, design or specifications or installation locations. The turbines had previously been in service in California for several years, and H&M was not consulted regarding operational suitability, including climate compatibility.
SOURCE: Henkels & McCoy
