Client Success Story
Zealogics HMS Optimizes Power Generation by Predicting Heat Exchanger Fouling in a Combined Cycle Power Plant
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Client Challenge
Traditional methods of heat exchanger monitoring pose several challenges:
- Intermittent: They offer only snapshots, potentially missing critical fouling stages.
- Labor-Intensive: Manual testing requires plant shutdowns and dedicated personnel, increasing costs.
- Reactive: Detection often occurs after fouling has caused efficiency losses. These limitations lead to:
- Reduced Power Output
- Increased Fuel Consumption
- Unplanned Outages
- Higher Maintenance Costs
Ideal Solution Proposed
The Zealogics team developed a powerful Health Monitoring System (HMS) built on the robust foundation of Angular and .NET frameworks, utilizing MariaDB for data storage. This innovative system empowers power plant operators with a proactive approach to heat exchanger management.
HMS offers a comprehensive suite of features, including:
Benefits
Zealogics HMS delivers:
- Maximized Power Generation: Ensures consistent power output by optimizing heat exchanger efficiency.
- Reduced Fuel Consumption: Minimizes excess fuel burning, lowering costs and environmental impact.
- Minimized Unplanned Outages: Prevents unexpected shutdowns through predictive maintenance.
- Optimized Maintenance Costs: Reduces unnecessary procedures with targeted cleaning.
- Enhanced Situational Awareness: Provides real-time data and alerts for comprehensive plant health monitoring.
- Improved Decision-Making: Empowers proactive maintenance planning and resource allocation. A leading power plant implemented Zealogics HMS, witnessing:
- 5% Increase in Power Output
- 3% Reduction in Fuel Consumption
- 80% Reduction in Unplanned Outages
- 15% Decrease in Maintenance Costs
- Improved Engineer Efficiency