Energy efficiency, for decades, was the key buzzword in the power industry. Now, with tougher regulations and tighter marins, the operative word is “sustainability” – being able to produce power efficiently while staying within emissions controls and being economical in the process for an indefinite period of time. Maintenance goes… Read More
An industrial plant lives or dies by its equipment. When machinery is running as it should, the plant prospers. When it isn’t, the plant suffers due to rising costs and downtime. In order to keep a facility running properly, it’s important to maintain the equipment on a regular basis. But… Read More
Rotary kilns are an essential component of many industrial process systems, which means that maintaining and protecting them is extremely important. A properly maintained rotary kiln will assist with process efficiency and will help to extend equipment life–which means steering clear of costly repairs. When they’re taken care of the… Read More
Combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plants in the U.S. have undergone several major changes in operating methodology over the past 20 years. Many of these changes – such as the shift to higher ramp rates – have been due to more competitive markets and market demand. For example, many… Read More
The phrase “turnkey service provider” sounds great – it brings to mind a provider that’s already ready to work with you and has an understanding of your industry. The allure of partnering with a company that doesn’t need to be told what you do is certainly understandable, but how can… Read More
Considering the cost of equipment maintenance and the lost production time, it’s easy to see why scheduled downtime can quickly become more expensive than you expected. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to streamline the process and keep costs as low as possible. Read on for a… Read More
Even though you, as a plant operator, understand the importance of proper plant maintenance (and the ramifications of improper maintenance), it’s not something you necessarily enjoy talking about – and most people don’t have a lot of time to think about it, either. With the full schedule you already keep,… Read More
In the coal industry, from a power plant perspective, improving efficiency is the name of the game. In the U.S., coal plants just aren’t being built anymore. The only new coal plant under construction currently is the Kemper County energy facility in Mississippi, originally slated to be completed this past… Read More
