The key success factor for any identification and evaluation of improvement potential is
- The first step of the systematic Three Phase Approach
Register, assess and weight all project related parameters
- The second step of the systematic Three Phase Approach
Work out and evaluate various suitable modernization scenarios
Appliance of the following methods and tools support calculation, selection and decision making processes:
- CFD Diagnosis
The potential improvements through upgrading an existing plant can be judged quickly and efficiently by the use of CFD. Problems and limitations of the old design are clarified by a CFD diagnosis. The CFD analysis of new design solutions indicates the improvements in efficiency, output and cavitation achievable with replacement or modification of existing turbine components.
- HydroCARE ™
Hence it is possible to discard unfeasible variants at a very early stage of the project and both the client and ANDRITZ HYDRO can concentrate on the promising upgrading variants, which were jointly developed.
The result of this extensive cost / benefit analysis enables power utility executives to identify the most financial attractive modernization scenario.
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