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27/03/2025: Check out our latest Operation & Maintenance brochure!

Discover the power of ANDRITZ Hydropower in North America, your trusted partner in renewable energy. With over 185 years of turbine technology expertise and 135 years in electrical engineering, ANDRITZ has modernized over 10,000 hydropower units globally. Our cutting-edge Metris DiOMera digital platform offers predictive maintenance solutions, optimizing production and ensuring equipment safety. Benefit from our Long-Term Service Agreements and Master Service Agreements, providing tailored support and financial savings.

Join us in driving sustainable energy forward with innovative solutions and unparalleled customer proximity.

You can access ANDRITZ’s Operation & Maintenance brochure by clicking on the following link.

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11/03/2025: ANDRITZ Canada Inc. Awarded Contract for Four Generators by BC Hydro for Bridge River 1 Hydro Powerplant

Location of Bridge River 1 Hydro Powerplant

The Bridge River 1 powerplant is located within core St’át’imc territory and adjacent to the community of the Tsal’alh on Seton Lake. The river itself, known for its clear, fast-flowing waters, originates from the glaciers of the Bridge Glacier and the diverted water flows into the Seton Lake.

Advancing Green and Clean Energy

In operation for more than 70 years, the upgrade and installation of the new 60 MVA generators at Bridge River 1 will significantly enhance the powerplant's reliability and will increase the installed generator capacity by 15%, contributing to the province's renewable energy goals.

This contract not only represents a step forward in the pursuit of sustainable energy but also solidifies the strong collaboration between BC Hydro and ANDRITZ Canada Inc. The collaboration between these two industry leaders is set to bring numerous benefits, including job creation, economic growth, and a reliable supply of clean energy to the residents of British Columbia. The construction phase of the contract is anticipated to last approximately 4 years. Construction will require a labor force of approximately 25 workers, with a peak of 30 during the pre-assembly phase of the stator and rotor. The types of employment will range from site management to skilled trades and general labor. Furthermore ANDRITZ Canada Inc. looks forward to working with local First Nations communities in execution of the project as the ANDRITZ Group has a long tradition and strong relationship with Indigenous peoples in Clean Energy projects.

Strengthening Partnerships for the Future

The awarding of this contract is a testament to the trust and confidence BC Hydro places in ANDRITZ Canada Inc.'s capabilities and expertise. This collaboration is poised to strengthen the relationship between the two companies.

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30/01/2025: ANDRITZ signs historic collaboration agreement with Ontario Power Generation

ANDRITZ Canada inc. is thrilled to announce that we have signed a historic turbine and generator programmatic collaboration agreement with Ontario Power Generation, which will span the next 15 years. This agreement is the culmination of over 2 years of dedicated effort, refining innovative concepts for the hydro industry.  This significant program not only secures our footprint in Ontario and Canada but also continues our excellent, long-lasting relationship with OPG. The local investment in Ontario under this programmatic collaboration agreement will promote job creation and stimulate the regional economy. By supporting Ontario businesses, Indigenous participation, and encouraging innovation, this program will strengthen Ontario's position as a clean energy leader.

The refurbishments under this program will have a significant impact on the Ontario energy landscape by extending the life of renewable hydropower facilities, promoting sustainability, and reducing carbon emissions. As announced last week, ANDRITZ will be refurbishing units across the province which will include units in the Northeast, Northwest, and Southeast Ontario. By modernizing infrastructure and adopting innovative technologies, we are taking a decisive step towards our clean energy future.

ANDRITZ and OPG will be engaging in collaborative contracting, early contractor involvement, equitable risk sharing, and will be actively working to include indigenous involvement to the program. We look forward to seeing the positive impacts of this agreement and continuing to work together for a better energy future for Ontario.

Read more about the collaboration . . .

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15/01/2025: Tune in! Join us in episode 2 of "Vert quoi se tourner?” MEIE Podcast

We are excited to share the successful delivery and commissioning of our custom-built Protection and Control (P&C) panels – fabricated in our Chambly, QC location – featuring ANDRITZ HIPASE P relays and THYNE1 compact excitation devices with a power system stabilizer enabled.

Hosted by the Canadian actress and writer Valérie Chevalier, this podcast series, consisting of ten weekly episodes, explores the various energy avenues available to decarbonize Quebec through discussions with experts and independent scientists to shed light on the challenges and issues of the energy transition. Starting January 15, broadcast on your favorite podcast platforms as well as on YouTube, it is an excellent resource for those interested in green energy and sustainability.
 

In episode 2, dedicated to hydroelectricity, our colleague, Caroline Marchand, shares her expertise and perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of moving to more sustainable energy sources. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the innovations and strategies shaping our energy future. Listen now and join the conversation!

🔗 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhny8T0jNSZc7oQuiafdpZvK7L8g_cJOY

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06/12/2024: Oldman River Hydro– Protection & Control panels made in Canada

We are excited to share the successful delivery and commissioning of our custom-built Protection and Control (P&C) panels – fabricated in our Chambly, QC location – featuring ANDRITZ HIPASE P relays and THYNE1 compact excitation devices with a power system stabilizer enabled.

Oldman River Hydro is located in Pincher Creek, AB and is owned by @ATCO EnPower and the Piikani Nation. The integration was completed on October 31, 2024. The scope of the project was limited to P&C panel upgrades and our protection relays and compact excitation devices.

This was a wonderful opportunity for the Chambly Automation team to deliver their first project for ATCO EnPower, work with Kestrel Engineering and the plant operators, Centurion Energy. We look forward to working on other projects with ATCO EnPower in Western Canada and the US.

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19/09/2024: Canada, Chambly expansion: New growth and employee perks

We are excited to announce the expansion of our North American Automation and Electrical  Power Systems facilities in Chambly, Québec, Canada. This growth reinforces our commitment to delivering state-of-the-art technologies and solutions to the hydroelectric sector.

Our team of highly qualified experts continues to design and manufacture cutting-edge automation, excitation, and governor systems for customers across North America. The expanded manufacturing footprint ensures we can meet the growing demands of our customers while supporting their automation and digitalization needs.

In addition to our facility expansion, we are pleased to introduce a new cafeteria area, designed with the well-being of our employees in mind.

We believe that collective effort drives sustainable growth, and these developments pave the way for a bright future for both our team and our customers.

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06/06/2024: ANDRITZ Hydropower new North America Parts and Services Brochure

As power plants age and the operating demands of hydroelectric plants change, having the right spare parts is essential.

Hydroelectric units contain different types of replaceable parts that need to be maintained throughout the life of the machine.

If you and your team intend to order replacement parts or require technical support for inspection, technical services or on-site assistance, for future turbine component maintenance plans or alternator, ANDRITZ North America offers a complete management service for replacement parts and services.

This way, our customers in North America have the right spare part at the right time, minimizing downtime and increasing machine availability.

Check out the offered services and possibilities in the latest Parts and Services Brochure, available in English by clicking on the following link: Hydropower spare and replacement parts and services

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02/05/2024: Barrett Chute – Project milestone Achievement – G1

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada is proud to announce the completion of our design, supply, and overhaul mandate on the third of four units at the Ontario Power Generation Barrett Chute GS located in Ontario, on the Madawaska River. The unit was returned to service on April 5th, 2024.

The scope of this project included the complete overhaul of the turbine and main generator components, associated instrumentation, protection, and controls as well as a complete stator rewind.

This third unit overhaul was another great opportunity to work collaboratively with OPG and Stuart Olson, a Bird company. Throughout the project, Health and Safety remained our top priority, without compromising on quality and efficiency. ANDRITZ is looking forward to soon start working on the fourth and last unit of this major rehabilitation program scheduled to be completed in the Spring of 2025.

OPG, ANDRITZ and Stuart Olson have shown excellent collaboration to manage the project’s complex scope split. The overhaul of the unit will contribute to the continual supply of clean, reliable, and renewable energy to Eastern Ontario for years to come.

1.  Rated Power of Generator → 28 MVA

2.  Station Head → 46.6 m (152.9 ft)

3.  Rated Voltage →13.2 KV

4.  Rated speed → 164 RPM

5.  Stator diameter (OD) → 304 in

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19/03/2024: “WOMEN IN ENGINEERING”: Invitation to a unique PANEL at Concordia University

ANDRITZ Hydropower Canada invites you to a unique PANEL presented at Concordia University. Four of our best engineers will share with students, career tips and experiences.

WOMEN IN ENGINEERING: Mythes and Realities – PANEL
DATE : Wednesday, 27 March 2024    TIME : 17h00 to 19h00
WHERE : Concordia University – Room MB-9 EFG 1450 Guy St, 9th Floor Montreal, Quebec, H3H 0A1

ANDRITZ Hydropower panelists
Christine Monette Team Leader & Principal Engineer - Turbine Engineering
Caroline Marchand Manager – Hydraulic Proposals
Elise Duggan Manager - Digital Products & Solutions
Luzia Karok Installation Supervisor

Moderator
Ryan Pyke Student – B.A. Journalism CONCORDIA University

REGISTRATION : Click here .

The organization of this event is part of Clodine Morissette's internship at ANDRITZ Hydropower. Clodine is a coop student in mechanical engineering at Concordia University.

We thank the WIE-CLE and other members of Concordia for their support.

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01/03/2024: Join us at the CEATI Hydropower Conference 2024

ANDRITZ is excited to confirm its presence at the CEATI Hydropower Conference 2024, which will take place from March 18 to 22 at the Westin Rancho Mirage in Rancho Mirage, CA.

The Hydropower Conference by CEATI International will center on the opportunities and difficulties that utilities are facing, with particular attention to...

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04/12/2023: Canada, Otter Rapids – Award of a contract for a major refurbishment

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada Inc. is proud to have signed a contract in October 2023 with Ontario Power Generation for the refurbishment of major components of the four generating units at the Otter Rapids hydroelectric station. The station is located on the Abitibi River, it was built over 60 years ago, from 1961 to 1963. The project execution will continue till 2028. The major refurbishments carried out by ANDRITZ will play a key role in maintaining the installed power plant capacity of 182 MW of clean and renewable hydro energy.

Each unit will be shut down for a period of approximately 10 months for ANDRITZ to refurbish major turbine and generator parts. Zgamok-Stuart, an indigenous company and sub-contractor to ANDRITZ, will supply and install the new piping. ANDRITZ is proud to be able to include indigenous contribution to this project. 

This contract marks the continuation of ANDRITZ's long standing relationship with Ontario Power Generation to provide clean, renewable energy to the people of Ontario. We look forward to working with Ontario Power Generation again to contribute to the sustainable future of the region.

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17/10/2023: WaterPower Conference 2023

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada is a proud sponsor as Conference Leader of the 2023 WaterPower Canada Conference & Trade Show, “Charging Ahead: Powering Through a Changing World”. The event will take place in Ottawa on November 27 & 28, 2023. This annual national conference and trade show offers exclusive opportunities to make connections, build knowledge, and position for success with the largest electricity generation, transmission, and storage companies in Canada.

Join us at booth No.5 and listen in to our technical training session on Generator Rotor Structural Impacts & Refurbishments on November 28th from 2 -4 pm. 

We are looking forward to sharing and discussing new ideas, latest trends, best practices, and more within the hydropower industry.

Learn more: https://waterpowerweek.ca/

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26/09/2023: Clean Currents 2023 in Cincinnati, USA

Clean Currents 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio, organized by the National Hydropower Association, is the most important national waterpower tradeshow and conference, bringing together professionals from a variety of fields including conventional hydropower, pumped storage, small hydro, and ocean energy.

The aim of the event is to facilitate collaboration, encourage innovation, and support the industry as it moves toward a sustainable and clean energy future.

ANDRITZ is proud to be...

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19/06/2023: Refurbishment of the first unit at HPP Tobique, New Brunswick, completed

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada Inc. is happy and proud to announce the completion of our design, supply and refurbishment mandate on the first of two units at the Énergie NB Power Tobique Narrows generating station located in New Brunswick, on the St-John River.

The unit was returned to service and is producing clean and dispatchable power since April 25th, 2023.

Our scope included the design and supply of new components (oil-free Kaplan runner, turbine shaft, distributor, turbine bearing/shaft seal) as well as the refurbishment of many other turbine components (draft tube/discharge ring, servomotors, oil head piping) and generator components (upper and lower brackets, thrust and guide bearings, brakes).

After a delay of two years due to the pandemic, we refurbished this first unit in an atmosphere of transparency and very good communication between all the parties involved. The performance of our ANDRITZ team working in close collaboration with Énergie NB Power, enabled us to deliver expected results (HSE, quality, schedule, budget). The environmental oil-free runner design enhances the already clean energy landscape of this hydro powerplant. We look forward to working on the second unit starting June 2024.

1. Station Head → 20 m
2. Rated speed → 225 RPM
3. Runner type → oil free KAPLAN
4. Runner diameter → 2.6 m
5. Rated Voltage → 6.9 KV
6. Rated Power of Generator → 12.5 MVA”

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12/06/2023: Barrett Chute G4 – Project milestone achievement

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada is happy and proud to announce the completion of our design, supply, and overhaul mandate on the second of four units at the Ontario Power Generation (OPG) Barrett Chute GS located in Ontario, on the Madawaska River. The unit was returned to service and is producing power since April 21st, 2023. 

The scope included the complete overhaul of the turbine and generator main components, the design, fabrication, and installation of a new stator as well as associated instrumentation, protection and controls.

This second unit was a great opportunity to work collaboratively towards success with OPG and Stuart Olson with Health and Safety at the top of our priority list but without sacrificing on quality and efficiency. ANDRITZ is looking forward to continuing working on the remaining two units which are expected to be completed in the spring of 2025.

OPG, ANDRITZ and Stuart Olson have shown excellent team work to manage the project as a unified team with the complex scope split. The overhaul of the unit will ensure clean, reliable, and renewable energy for Eastern Ontario for years to come.

1.  Rated Power of Generator → 72.5 MVA
2.  Station Head → 46.6 m (152.9 ft)
3.  Rated Voltage →13.8 KV
4.  Rated speed →120 RPM
5.  Stator diameter (OD) → 412 in

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06/06/2023: Ontario Waterpower Association’s 2023 Innovation Award

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada and Ontario Power Generation (OPG) are honored to jointly receive the Ontario Waterpower Association’s 2023 Innovation Award for their success in completing an unanticipated and unprecedented replacement of the 100-years old scroll case during the Sir Adam Beck 1 G1 and G2 frequency conversion project. 

The award was presented at the Ontario Gala Dinner at the Power of Water Canada Conference on May 30, 2023 at the White Oaks in Niagara on the Lake. Dave Bonell, Senior Manager Projects at OPG, and Jonathan Rose, System Engineer at ANDRITZ Hydro, have received the award from James Carter, Treasurer of OWA and Vice President, Development & Operations, Regional Power. Both recipients, as well as Mohsen Mirshams, Senior Project Manager at ANDRITZ Hydro, have led the design and implementation efforts with dedicated support from the extended project team.

ANDRITZ & OPG have developed a method for replacing the scroll case in an existing hydroelectric powerhouse while refurbishing a very old turbine unit with poor steel condition and/or insufficient mounting flange thickness. This method provides framework to overcome the following significant challenges:

• Manufacturing challenge to reproduce an old casted geometry with modern design and welded geometries.
• Demolition, similar to a mining operation, and installation in an operating power plant.
• Planning and logistic challenges to lower large steel components through the limited opening of the vertical turbine pit.
• Embedding the new scroll case without a stay ring and no internal pressure of the scroll case, which represented a challenge for deformation/displacement.
• Even though the bolted scroll case segments design is an old concept not used for more than 60 years, the design had to be recreated using modern engineering tools to ensure watertightness according to most recent standards.
• Site schedule and cost optimization by using ‘no site weld’ scroll case design. 

The developed method can open the door to many new upgrade opportunities in old hydro powerplants, where replacing the turbine & generator along with the scroll case during a refurbishment project could result in better performance and/or generation efficiency, due to improved hydraulic profile of the scroll case. This method could also alleviate the risks during an overhaul with refurbishing old scroll cases that are in bad shape and require extensive work to repair. 

Congratulations to the project team!

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02/03/2023: Muskrat Falls, Canada - Four new generating units operating at full capacity

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada has reached another significant milestone in the development of the Muskrat Falls Generating Project in Newfoundland & Labrador.

Four new generating units operated by Newfoundland & Labrador Hydro were completed in November 2021 and are providing more than 800 MW of clean, renewable, and dispatchable energy.

We are immensely proud of this achievement which was made possible thanks to our skilled staff, craft labor, partners, and the leadership demonstrated by Newfoundland & Labrador Hydro. The additional generating capacity will serve as a reliable source of clean energy to thousands of homes and businesses for many years to come.

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada is looking forward to our continued collaboration with Newfoundland & Labrador Hydro as we continue to provide support for future needs at the Muskrat Falls facility.

The contract scope for this 824 MW hydropower plant included the design, supply, and installation of four new units with a capacity of 206 MW each. This included four vertical Kaplan turbines, synchronous generators, digital governor systems with servomotors and high-pressure oil supply systems, static excitation, control, protection, and monitoring systems. ANDRITZ also supplied hydro-mechanical works on another contract.

Technical Details
Total output: 824 MW
Scope output: 4 x 206 MW
Head: 35 m
Voltage: 15 kV
Speed: 90 rpm
Runner diameter: 8,820 mm

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02/02/2023: 180 years of experience training the next generation

ANDRITZ positions itself with young graduates in mechanical and electrical engineering 
In order to ensure Québec's position as a world leader in hydroelectricity, ANDRITZ Hydro Canada is pursuing its Young Graduates Program.

Focused on recruiting young talents with a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, the program aims to launch the careers of new graduates through the realization of major projects. ANDRITZ Hydro Canada and its Young Graduates Program present themselves as strong allies in the pursuit of a successful career in engineering

Canada's leading equipment manufacturer and world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, ANDRITZ has more than 180 years of experience in integrating and training a high-level generation of hydroelectric engineers.

In a context of global energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, an innovative team of solid experts supports our recruits in acquiring unique expertise. By joining ANDRITZ Hydro Canada's Young Graduate Program, our recruits contribute to the development of sustainable technology, a clean future and the maintenance of proudly Quebec expertise.

For the next decade, ANDRITZ will invest in training new graduates and trainees. Our goals are ambitious with benefits for the entire community.

From the power of rivers to the world's largest green energy system – ANDRITZ Hydro Canada is a pioneer in clean energy.

Submit your application without delay! https://www.andritz.com/careers-en

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24/11/2022: New hydropower plant inspection and assessment brochure

With the number of aging power plants increasing worldwide, the effective assessment of hydropower assets is gaining ever-greater importance.

Owners and operators of older facilities still need to ensure and improve the long-term value, safety, and operating results of these assets. The implementation of reliable digital tools for operation and maintenance, especially predictive maintenance, is of high importance.

Metris DiOMera is a modular and flexible platform for operation and maintenance of hydropower plants that optimally meets specific customer requirements, preserves the environment, and supports operation management. Within Metris DiOMera, ANDRITZ engineers have developed a new software tool to facilitate the rapid and professional assessment of key plant components – the METRIS DiOMera ASSESS. It allows ANDRITZ to provide its strategic partners with added value assistance to maximize their generation output and optimize maintenance costs in addition to a continuous and comprehensive risk evaluation of the asset throughout its lifecycle. Operation and maintenance by ANDRITZ enhanced by digitalization will make your asset fit for the future.

With offices dedicated to gates, valves, automation, turbines and generators, ANDRITZ HYDRO Canada is fully qualified and equipped in the use of the Metris DiOMera Assess Tool to support Canadian owners and operators in the management of their assets.

For more details see our attached brochure.

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03/10/2022: WirRE award - Woman for Waterpower award for employee of ANDRITZ Hydro Canada

What is the relationship between the International Space Station and ANDRITZ Hydro Canada?

We are very proud to highlight that our dear colleague Christine Monette, Principal Engineer at ANDRITZ Hydro Canada, received the 2022 Woman for Waterpower award from the Women in Renewable Energy (WirRE) network. The presentation took place on September 22 at the WaterPower Canada gala in Toronto. This award, given in recognition of Christine's exceptional contribution to the development of technology in the hydroelectric field, allowed her to share the gala's head table with Chris Hadfield, Canadian astronaut who was commander of the International Space Station.

Congratulations to Christine for this well-deserved recognition!

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10/08/2022: ANDRITZ has successfully completed the control & protection upgrade at Des Joachims Generating Station, Canada

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada is excited to announce completion of a two-year long Protection & Control Upgrade of eight generating units at Des Joachims power plant in Rolphton, Canada on February 10, 2022.

Des Joachims is a 428.8MW key generating station in the Eastern Region of our client Ontario Power Generation. 

Working in close collaboration with the OPG station personnel and the regional project team, the ANDRITZ engineering, manufacturing and project management team in Chambly made sure that the project was delivered on time, on budget and, most importantly, on quality. 

We would like to express our sincere appreciation and congratulations to everyone involved in the completion of this important project. This highlights the value of long-standing relationship between ANDRITZ and OPG working as partners on some of the most challenging generating fleet rehabilitation projects to ensure continual flow of clean energy to Ontarian families and industry.

Scope:

• Engineering and Drawings Package;
• Cabinets and Panels Manufacturing;
• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT);
• Site Installation : Panels, cabinets, instrumentation and cables;
• Commissioning.

The supplied equipment consisted of:

Protection & Control System:

• Eight Generator Control Cabinets;
• 16 Generator Protection Cabinets;
• Four plant control Cabinets;
• Eight transformer protection Cabinets;
• Two Communication Panels;
• 24 MTR Panels.

Instrumentation, for each unit:

• Upper guide bearing oil level;
• Lower guide bearing oil level;
• Accumulator oil level;
• Sump tank oil level;
• Generator cooling air temperature;
• Turbine wicket gates position.

Technical data:

Output: 428.8MW (8 units)
Voltage: 13.8kV
Head: 40 m

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24/05/2022: Abitibi Canyon, Canada – In commercial operation

Power Generation. Commercial Operation was achieved on Mar 21st, 2022.ANDRITZ Hydro Canada would like to thank and congratulate everyone involved on the completion of the Abitibi Canyon G2 refurbishment in Ontario, Canada for our customer Ontario Power Generation.

Power Generation. Commercial Operation was achieved on March 21st, 2022.

We have seen very good HSE culture on site, and experienced excellent collaboration with Ontario Power Generation.

Although access of components through the roof was an added difficulty at this site, good lifting, work and space planning reduced inconvenience to a minimum.

The good collaboration and communication between all of ANDRITZ Hydro Canada’s involved facilities and sectors made us find and implement efficient solutions for issues found at site. 

SCOPE:
- Turbine components refurbishment, including governor, and new draft tube platform
- Generator refurbishment and upgrades including new stator rewind and re-insulation of rotor poles
- Installation of new Rotor Spider (supplied by ANDRITZ Hydro Canada on separate contract) and new exciter (supplied by Ontario Power Generation)
- Design supply and install of new head gate, hoist and embedded parts

TECHNICAL DATA:
Output: 1 x 80.5 MVA
Voltage: 13.8 kV
Head: 72 m
Speed: 164 rpm
Runner diameter: 3835 mm

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April 2022: La Grande 1, Canada – Order for replacement of 12 excitation systems 

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada Inc. has entered into a contract with Hydro-Quebec in December 2021 for delivery of 12 replacement excitation systems to the La Grande-1 Generating Station.

The 1,436 MW flagship station is located on the La Grande River in James Bay, a Northern region of Quebec, Canada. The delivery of the first two units to the station is planned for January 2023, with an expected outage and return to service by Hydro-Quebec later in 2023. The subsequent units will be delivered at the pace of two per year until the end of the contract in 2028.

The scope of supply includes the design, manufacturing, factory testing and transportation of new exciter units. Hydro-Quebec will be responsible for the site work to dismantle the currently operating exciters at the end of their useful life, as well as installing and commissioning the new units delivered by ANDRITZ.

This contract strengthens the long-standing relationship between ANDRITZ and Hydro-Quebec in the ongoing effort of upgrading Quebec's generating assets. We are excited to continue our contribution to ensuring the sustainability of Quebec's hydropower, delivering clean renewable energy to Canadian and North American electrical grid.

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February 2022: Sir Adam Beck 1, Canada – Replacement works of scroll case successfully completed

The Sir Adam Beck 1 powerhouse is a 10 units station, located on the Niagara River, not far from Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario.

Two of the units (G1 and G2) were decommissioned in 2009. ANDRITZ Hydro Canada’s current project with Ontario Power Generation (OPG) consists of replacing these turbine and generator units with all new modern components with 60 Hz standard frequency, a headgate refurbishment and significant electric balance of plant work. The project also consists of a collaborative contracting model that has proven to be very successful.

Following the disassembly of the two units, non-destructive testing was performed on the existing scroll case. The condition of the scroll case flanges is critical to the safety of the units as they connect the turbine structure to the foundation as well as are subject to hydraulic loading. Following investigations and analysis, it was concluded that repairs to the existing 100-year-old scroll case was not a viable option. The decision was made by Ontario Power Generation to stop the repairs and switch to the replacement solution. The work was completed successfully over a one-year period despite immense technical challenges and the COVID-19 pandemic. The video shows a snapshot of the excellent work performed by the teams from ANDRITZ and our subcontractor Newman Brothers. 

Complex issues need complex solutions and innovation! At ANDRITZ Hydro Canada this is what makes us the perfect choice for your hydro projects. 

Technical Details: 
Scope output: 57.5 MW per unit
Head: 91.00 m
Voltage: 13.8 kV
Runner throat diameter: 3063 mm
Speed: 200 rpm

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November 2021: EB Campbell, Canada – Installation milestone with two units completed

We would like to thank and congratulate everyone involved on the successful completion of the EB Campbell U3 and U4 refurbishments in Saskatchewan, Canada for our customer SaskPower.

Commercial Operation was respectively achieved on U3 on July 19th, 2021 and on U4 on August 25th, 2021. Performance testing performed on U3 in September 2021 confirmed that all performance guarantees were met and within contract specifications.

We have seen excellent HSE culture on site, quality of workmanship, productivity of trades hired and adherence to project schedule. We also experienced very good collaboration internally and with our customer.

We are currently working on the refurbishment of U6. We are looking forward to the successful completion of the remainder of the project (4 more units) until 2025. This project will provide long-term benefits to the province of Saskatchewan by continuing to provide clean and renewable energy for years to come. 

ANDRITZ scope

• Model test
• Design, supply, and installation of six replacement runners, new distributors, new stators with new laminations and new coils, replacement of head gates, trash racks and hoists
• Refurbishment of intake gate guides, generator poles, shafts, bearings, and many other components
• Balance of Plant scope: assessment / replacement of selected instrumentation and controls

Technical Details:
Total output: 222 MW
Scope: 6 × 37 MW / 6 × 43.5 MVA
Voltage: 14.4 kV
Head: 32 m
Speed: 120 rpm
Runner diameter: 4,094 mm

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November 2021: Kettle, Canada - ANDRITZ to supply new stators

ANDRITZ has entered into a contract with Manitoba Hydro for up to eight replacement stators, units 5-12, for the Kettle Generating Station. The 1,220 MW station is located on the lower Nelson River in Manitoba, Canada. The first unit that has been released will have an outage start in July 2023, with an expected return to service in December 2023. The stator assembly will start ahead of the unit outage in the service bay in February 2023.

The scope of supply includes the design, supply, transportation, and installation of new stators with a rated output of 138 MVA each, and the refurbishment of a few other generator components such as the rotor poles. Manitoba Hydro will be responsible for the site works not in ANDRITZ scope of supply as well as the unit commissioning.  

This contract provides a long-term relationship between ANDRITZ and Manitoba Hydro as we work together to extend the life of an important generating station and will help towards continuing to deliver clean, renewable, and dispatchable energy for the province of Manitoba for years to come as we fight the effects of global climate change. ANDRITZ has been present on the Canadian hydro market since 1890, delivering about 1,000 units with a total capacity of more than 50,000 MW. The ANDRITZ GROUP has in total around 1,000 employees in Canada.

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August 2021: Muskrat Falls, Canada – Successful hand-over of third unit

We would like to thank and congratulate everyone involved on the successful hand over of the Muskrat Falls unit #3 to Nalcor Energy-Lower Churchill Project (LCP) for commercial operation, after completion in August 2021.

The hard work and dedication of the teams from LCP and ANDRITZ Hydro has contributed to successfully reaching this third important milestone. A special thank you to the commissioning team.

The contract scope for this 824 MW hydropower plant includes design, supply and installation of four new units with a capacity of 206 MW each. The scope of work includes four vertical Kaplan turbines, synchronous generators, digital governor systems with servomotors and high-pressure oil supply systems, static excitation, control, protection and monitoring systems. 

We are very pleased to have successfully reached this third major milestone without a lost time injury (or incident). We are looking forward to a successful completion of the final unit in the coming months of 2021.

Technical Details
Total output: 824 MW
Scope output: 4 x 206 MW
Head: 35 m
Voltage: 15 kV
Speed: 85.7 rpm
Runner diameter: 8,820 mm

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April 2021: ANDRITZ to rehabilitate the hydraulic passages at Carillon generating station, Canada

International technology Group ANDRITZ has been awarded a contract by Hydro-Québec, Canada, to rehabilitate the hydraulic passages of the Carillon generating station located on the Ottawa River, Canada.

Read more in the press release

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April 2021: Muskrat Falls, Canada
Video of lowering of the Kaplan turbine into the pit

The lowering of the Kaplan turbine into the pit is always a work of precision and craftmanship. The video shows the lowering of a vertical Kaplan turbine into the pit at Muskrat Falls hydropower plant, Canada. The contract scope of ANDRITZ for the project Muskrat Falls includes design, supply, and installation of four new units with a capacity of 206 MW each. Besides the four vertical Kaplan turbines, synchronous generators, digital governor systems, static excitation systems, control, protection and monitoring systems are also within the scope of works. The turbine-generator unit including the Kaplan turbine was designed in Canada and manufactured in Asia. At the site of Muskrat Falls, the unit was assembled with personnel mostly from Newfoundland and Labrador under the leadership and supervision of ANDRITZ Hydro Canada
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Technical Details:
Total output: 824 MW 
Scope output: 4 x 206 MW 
Head: 35 m 
Voltage: 15 kV 
Speed: 90 rpm 
Runner diameter: 8,820 mm

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March 2021: Join our Team

Our ANDRITZ Hydro team in Canada is growing! We are looking for your talents to join our dynamic team!

If you are looking for stability, an exciting and fulfilling career and making a positive contribution to climate change then look no further. We want to hear from you. We have vacancies in various locations across Quebec and Ontario in project management, engineering, sales, quality, HSE and site installation.

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February 2021: Muskrat Falls, Canada – Successful handover of unit #1

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada finished 2020 on a high note with the achievement of an important milestone at the Muskrat Falls Project in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

We would like to thank and congratulate everyone involved on the successful hand over of the Muskrat Falls unit #1 to Nalcor Energy-Lower Churchill Project (LCP) for commercial operation, after completion in December 2020. It has been a long, arduous journey since the signature of this major new Large Hydro project in 2013. The route has been a difficult one with numerous challenges and roadblocks. However, thanks to the determination of LCP and ANDRITZ Hydro, this first of four great milestones has been successfully achieved.

The contract scope for this 824 MW hydropower plant includes design, supply and installation of four new units with a capacity of 206 MW each. Besides the four vertical Kaplan turbines, synchronous generators, water/air cooling and digital governor systems with servomotors and high pressure oil supply systems, as well as static excitation control, protection and monitoring systems are also within the scope of works. The turbine-generator unit was designed in Canada and manufactured overseas in Asia. The unit was assembled at site with personnel mostly from Newfoundland and Labrador under the leadership and supervision of ANDRITZ Hydro Canada.

We are very pleased to have successfully completed this first major milestone without a lost time injury (or incident). We are looking forward to a successful completion of the next three units in the coming months of 2021.
 
Technical Details
Total output: 824 MW
Scope output: 4 x 206 MW
Head: 35 m
Voltage: 15 kV
Speed: 90 rpm
Runner diameter: 8,820 mm

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February 2021: ANDRITZ to supply electro-mechanical equipment for Red Rock Falls Generation Station, Canada

International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from Mississagi Power Trust, a subsidiary of Evolugen by Brookfield Renewable, for the major rehabilitation of the G1 turbine and generator as well as electrical balance of plant for G1 and G2 at the Red Rock Falls Generation Station, located on the Mississagi River in the Algoma District of Ontario, Canada. 

Read more in the press release

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December 2020: HPP Shipshaw, Canada – Successful commissioning

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada is celebrating an important project milestone achievement at Shipshaw U8 Project

We would like to congratulate everyone on the successful commissioning of a completely new generator stator for unit #8 of HPP Shipshaw, completed on November 11, 2020.

In 2018, ANDRITZ Hydro received an order from Rio Tinto for the rehabilitation of the generator unit #8 at the Shipshaw hydropower station in Jonquière, Québec. The contract scope included design, supply and installation supervision of a brand new stator. It was designed in Canada and manufactured and shop wound in four sections in India. These four sections were delivered on site beginning in January 2020. Then, they were assembled by Rio Tinto employees under the supervision of ANDRITZ Hydro Canada.

We are very pleased to have successfully completed the project Shipshaw U8, teaming up with Rio Tinto employees, without any safety incidents. We are looking forward to a successful completion of a second new stator for Shipshaw U12 being manufactured in India. We are looking forward to a successful completion of a second new stator for Shipshaw U12 being manufactured in India.

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November 2020: ANDRITZ has been awarded major refurbishment contract by Hydro-Québec, Canada

International technology group ANDRITZ has been selected by Hydro-Québec as the exclusive partner to re-equip potentially up to all fourteen 54-MW turbine generator units at the Carillon generating station located on the Ottawa River, Canada. Hydro-Québec has awarded the supply and installation of the first set of six turbine-generator units to ANDRITZ on September 30, 2020.

The first phase encompasses complete re-equipping of six units with new generators, speed governors and turbines. ANDRITZ is responsible for design, manufacture, transportation, assembly, testing and commissioning of the entire equipment.

The existing units were supplied and commissioned by ANDRITZ in the early 1960’s. With its knowledge of this technology as the Original Equipment Manufacturer, expertise and local presence of the company’s execution teams as well as the company’s proximity to the Carillon generating station, ANDRITZ is the perfect partner for Hydro-Québec in execution of this important project, which will span over 16 years in total, with commissioning of the last unit planned for 2036.

This order confirms the strong relationship between ANDRITZ and Hydro Québec and is another important milestone for ANDRITZ in the Canadian hydropower market. ANDRITZ has been present on the Canadian hydro market since 1890, delivering about 1,000 units with a total capacity of 50 GW in Canada. The ANDRITZ GROUP has in total around 1,000 employees in Canada.