3D imaging aids in broiler retrofit

Article Abstract:

Duke Power Co.'s use of a 3D model in the repair of a boiler unit at a coal-fired power plant in North Carolina has led to savings of about $9.5 million. The company used PASCE software to generate the 3D images of the pendant replacement work required by its Belews Creek Steam Station's Unit 2 boiler, an endeavor that normally takes a minimum of 18 weeks to complete. By familiarizing the workers with the job required one month before the start of the repair work through the use of the images generated by the software, Duke Power was able to complete the refurbishment in a record 11 weeks, a week earlier than the allotted 12 weeks.

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Its use of a PASCE 3D model in the repair of a boiler unit at a coal-fired power plant in North Carolina saved about $9.5 mil

Electric Utilities, Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, Duke Power Co.

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Geothermal research could cut drilling costs

Article Abstract:

Honeywell's silicon-on-insulator electronics technology is being employed by Sandia National Laboratories' Geothermal Research Department in experiments to enhance the financial viability of geothermal energy. silicon-on-insulator electronics is being employed to study new electronic instrument systems that operate at temperatures of as much as 600 degrees fahrenheit. The study, which has the financial support of the Department of Energy Office of Geothermal Technologies, is aimed at reducing the costs associated with the inability of conventional electronics to withstand the temperatures found in geothermal wells.

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Has its silicon-on-insulator electronics used in experiments of Sandia Natl Laboratories' Geothermal Research Dept

Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing, Strategic alliances, Electronic Components, Honeywell Inc.

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Water pump coating trims BGE repair time

Article Abstract:

Baltimore Gas and Electric employs Devcon's new Sprayable Ceramic that minimizes repair time and labor costs for its Brandon Shores facility. The new solution that takes a three-stage comprehensive repair process consists of primer, titanium putty and two coats of ceramic. The Sprayable Ceramic is also used to seal and protect the repair from corrosion and erosions of water pump surfaces. The company's water pumps process 126,000 gallons of water per minute with a complete assembly weight of 81,500 pounds.

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Employs Devcon's new Sprayable Ceramic that minimizes repair time and labor costs for its Brandon Shores facility

Metal Can Manufacturing, Coating & Paint Aerosols, Baltimore Gas and Electric Co., Aerosol coatings

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