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Power Plant Upgrade, MW Turbine

West Kiewa, Valve and Plant Upgrade

AGL, Victoria, Australia

Project:

62MW Turbine, Main Inlet Valves & Balance of Plant Upgrade

MTL Role:

AGL engaged MTL to provide engineering and contract support for the upgrade of the West Kiewa turbines, replacement MIV's and balance of plant upgrades. The turbine upgrade includes replacing the runner, head cover, bearing and seal, guide vanes, servo motors, links and levers, and governor.

MTL's role included developing the project scope and delivery strategy, technical specification and tender document preparation, technical review of contractor's designs, design reviews, and equipment inspection.

Project Outcome:

West Kiewa provides some unique challenges for upgrade projects. With restricted underground access, the logistics and planning of the work becomes a key element of the project management.

Project Partners:

McMahon Electrical, Alstom

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