Technology
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Specialized Technology
Power Plant Performance Evaluation and Diagnosis
- Acceptance performance testing of power plants based on the ASME PTC Code
- Derivation of quantitative analysis results through thermal performance simulation
- Proposal of power plant efficiency management and performance improvement measures
- Feasibility evaluation and economic analysis of performance improvement for aging power generation facilities
Major Services
Power Plant Acceptance Performance Testing and Supervision Based on the ASME PTC Code
KEPCO KPS performs acceptance performance testing to verify the guaranteed performance stipulated in power plant construction contracts.
This testing is conducted under highly rigorous procedures based on internationally recognized standards, including the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Performance Test Code (ASME PTC) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Precision-grade measuring instruments that satisfy code requirements are installed to secure the highest level of test uncertainty.
- Review of contracts and design documents
- Preparation of acceptance performance test procedures, execution of acceptance performance tests, and supervision of acceptance performance testing
- Review of performance test procedures for individual facilities, uncertainty studies, and technical consulting related to performance
Feasibility Evaluation and Economic Analysis of Performance Improvement for Aging Power Generation Facilities
Through performance testing and diagnosis, KEPCO KPS proposes optimal facility maintenance, repair, and operation plans based on its extensive plant maintenance technologies and operating experience.
The company also pursues the maximization of customer profitability by conducting economic analysis in parallel.
- Precision-grade performance diagnosis of individual facilities, including steam turbines, gas turbines, boilers, and HRSGs
- Identification of performance degradation factors and improvement directions
- Feasibility evaluation of replacement of plant main cycle equipment
Thermal Cycle Simulation
Thermal cycle modeling is software-based analysis used to calculate the performance of power plants.
By modeling actual power plants thermodynamically and fluid-dynamically, KEPCO KPS verifies the efficiency of power generation facilities and simulates expected changes in operating conditions and facility modifications.
- Performance simulation of boiler, turbine, and gas turbine combined-cycle systems
- Verification of performance correction curves
- Evaluation of cycle impacts resulting from performance recovery
- Evaluation of plant main cycle equipment specifications and replacement impacts