An integral feature of any electricity power generation, transmission or distribution system is a compressor, ensuring the continuity of supply on demand. Failure or maintenance downtime of the compressor can have dire consequences on the supply side of electricity.
- Pump storage turbine de-watering- pumping and condenser synchronization mode
- Surge suppression-upstream avoidance of water hammer
- Hydraulic governor controls-valve operation, wicket gate and turbine blade positioning
- Water aeration-cavitation and vibration control
- Brakes-with the turbines or generator
