Name of the Project
EB Campbell hydroelectric power station refurbishment.
Location
The project is located on the Saskatchewan river, in Saskatchewan, Canada.
Client
SaskPower.
Project Description
The EB Campbell hydroelectric power station was commissioned in 1963 and comprises eight turbines, two of which were refurbished eight years ago.
The project entails the refurbishment of the remaining six turbines.
This includes model testing and the replacement of six Francis turbine generator sets, including auxiliaries and mechanical and electrical balance of plant.
The Francis runners will have a diameter of 4 m and generate 35 MW each at a rated head of 32 m.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Value
The contract is valued at more than €90-million.
Duration
The first of the six units will be dismantled in August 2019 and put back into operation in July 2020. The remaining five units will follow at a rate of one a year until 2025.
Latest Developments
Andritz has received a contract to refurbish the hydroelectric power station.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Andritz (power station refurbishment).
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
SaskPower, tel +1 306 536 2886.