Power & Automation · EPC / Turnkey · 2024
Al-Zubaidiya Power Plant — Actuator Retrofit
Complete EPC project for the replacement of more than 50 Chinese electric actuators with AUMA actuators.
The challenge
Prior to this upgrade, the station suffered from a lack of spare parts and technical support, as well as recurring operational problems.
PVE scope of work
- Evaluation of installed actuator condition and replacement requirements
- Design and engineering
- Dismantling and installation
- Cable routing and termination
- Testing and commissioning
- Control system integration
Key challenges & engineering achievements
Technical and logistical challenges
The project faced numerous technical and logistical challenges; the PVE team resolved all issues and completed the replacement successfully.
Interface adaptation
New adaptation parts were engineered to fit AUMA actuators to the existing valves.
Equipment
AUMA electric actuators with adaptation parts
Outcome
Improved reliability, available technical support and better long-term maintainability.
Project photo gallery
Real photographs from site. Click any photo to enlarge.
