Power Generation - Optimized for Reliability and Efficiency
In the fast-paced energy market, minimizing forced outages is essential to maintaining profitability, reliability, as well as grid stability. Every unplanned shutdown increases operational costs through issues such as lost generation, emergency repairs, and potential penalties. To prevent these disruptions, modern power generation plants require advanced control systems that do more than basic automation. Moreover, they must use intelligent algorithms to provide efficiency, adaptability, and long-term asset protection.
Petrotech designs these systems with a focus on your plant’s unique requirements. From sudden events like power plant trips to daily load fluctuations, our solutions give operators the tools to respond quickly while maintaining operational stability. Our approach begins with a thorough assessment of your specific facility. Thus, ensuring the final design is optimal for your equipment and process conditions.
Tailored Power Generation Solutions for Every Turbomachinery Asset
No two plants are alike. This is why Petrotech delivers customized control solutions for a wide range of power generation assets, including:
Gas Turbines – Aero-derivative and heavy-duty frame units for various applications.
Steam Turbines – Base-load, peak, and combined-cycle configurations.
Hydro Turbines – Suitable for reservoir and run-of-river hydropower systems.
Diesel Generators – For emergency backup or continuous power production.
Our systems are set up for flexibility and scalability. Therefore, enabling smooth integration with existing plant automation and meeting stringent customer and industry standards. With in-house electrical and mechanical expertise, we design controls that maximize reliability while reducing lifecycle costs.
Enhancing Grid Resilience and Black Start Capabilities in Power Generation
Petrotech’s control systems enable Power System Operators (PSOs) to adapt quickly to grid instability. For facilities requiring black start capabilities, our systems provide reliable restart of turbomachinery generators without external power. This is a critical advantage during widespread outages.
We achieve this functionality through features such as robust system architecture, advanced restart logic, and compliance with operational safety standards. Our white paper, GE Frame 5 – Black Start Capabilities, showcases how this technology works in real-world scenarios.
Petrotech combines proven engineering experience with advanced algorithms. Thus ensuring your generation assets remain efficient, resilient, and ready for any challenge.
Typical Applications
- Gas, Steam & Hydro Turbines
- Reciprocating/Diesel Engines
- Compressors
- Generators
- Pumps
- Balance of Plant (BOP)
- Hazardous Area Controls
- Upgrades and Auxiliary Systems
- Process Control Systems
- Special Applications
- Pigging Controls
- Station Controls
- Fire Water Pump Control Systems
Gain the Benefits of Working With Our Team
At Petrotech, our turnkey services allow us to be flexible for clients. Thus, providing the solutions you need, all the way from consultation and design to implementation and follow-up 24/7 aftermarket support. Whether you need a turbomachinery control system or a hazardous area control system update, our team provides the necessary support. Request a quote with us below.
Industries We Serve
Our control systems suit a variety of industries with standard and customizable options available. Generally, the markets where we serve our customers include the following sectors:
Testimonials
We stand by our ability to meet deadlines and also complete projects within our customers’ timelines. We’re always flexible, consistently engaged, and accept nothing but the most optimum solution to your problem.