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Planning & Execution for Rehabilitation of Large Francis Turbine/Generator Units

by Claude Fafard, Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Inc, Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Inc,
Jacques Lariviere, Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Inc, Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Inc,



Document Type: Proceeding Paper

Part of: Waterpower '85

Abstract:

This paper highlights some of the constraints in planning and execution of rehabilitation work which must be carried out within an extremely tight schedule, dictated by hydrological considerations and production requirements. The recent experience in the rehabilitation of Unit 2 at Shipshaw generation station is reviewed, giving some of the key elements required to bring such a crucial undertaking to a successful and timely completion.

Subject Headings: Rehabilitation | Power plants | Turbines | Hydro power | Hydrology | Maintenance and operation | Hydraulics

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