The book offers comprehensive insights into the application and operation of pumps used in combined-cycle power plants. The information found in this guide on proper pump selection and operation are crucial for minimizing energy consumption and increasing overall plant efficiency, reliability, and profitability. Based on the equipment used in a typical 400 MW combined-cycle plant, this guide describes important details about the pump types used, offers guidance for proper selection of main and auxiliary service pumps, and describes the significance of proper operation of pumps in power plant service. This document is a valuable guide for engineers, designers, trainers, maintenance staff, and plant operators of combined-cycle power plants.
Publisher: Hydraulic Institute (HI/HYDRAUL)
Language: English
Type: Rotodynamic, Rotary, Controlled-Volume Metering
ISBN: 978-1-935762-03-4
Publication date: 2013
