Power Generation
Case Studies
Hybrid Fuel Gas Turbine Project
Eichleay supported the owner of two existing gas turbine sites to scope and cost the installation of a new hybrid fuel technology for 3 new simple cycle turbines. The technology selection was completed by the owner, and Eichleay provided a multidiscipline team to evaluate the site and support cost development, layout, and design to secure a +/-30% TIC estimate and next phase funding.
Key Highlights:
- Coordinated with the vendor to develop overall plant layout, inclusive of balance of plant equipment and considering existing operating units
- Space planning for future alternate fuel equipment (tanks, pumps, etc.)
- Scope included 3 new turbines, generators, transformers, MCCs, compressors, pumps, tanks, glycol heating systems, compressed air skids, SCR system, CEMS, and CO catalyst systems
- Full suite of engineering disciplines, architecture, project management, estimating, and project controls services were provided
$385 MM
Total Installed Cost
54
Pieces of Equipment per Site
Emission Control for Coal Fired Power Plant
Eichleay supported the preliminary engineering and planning phases for installation of a large pulse jet fabric filter (PJFF) baghouse system for a coal fired power plant. The goals were to reduce particulate matter (PM) emissions below upcoming EPA emissions limits.
The project involved 4 large PJFF systems and associated inlet and outlet ductwork. Eichleay provided equipment integration services and design for electrical power distribution, civil, structural steel, concrete foundation, HVAC, instrumentation, and piping design.
Key Highlights:
- Developed detailed sequencing plans for engineering, procurement, fabrication, and installation
- Deep foundation design was required due to geological restrictions
- Expedited approach to prioritize development of EPC pricing required for budget approvals and contract negotiations
- Equipment lead times required parallel engineering paths due to operational deadlines
11
Acres of Cut, Fill, Grubbing, and Gravel
8,500
CY of Concrete for Foundations
1.5 MM
Pounds of Rebar
30
Miles of Electrical, Control, and Fiber Optic Cabling
Cogeneration - Dry Low NOx System
This project installed dry low NOx (DLN) combustion technology for existing cogeneration gas turbines. Eichleay provided comprehensive services including engineering design, procurement, construction support, project controls, safety, quality assurance, and document management.
The scope included 2 new inlet air filter evaporative coolers, 3 new natural gas coalescer skids, 3 new DLN combustion system skids, and an inlet bleed heat system. This ultra fast-track project received the corporation’s president award for best execution.
Some key takeaways included:
- Ultra fast-track EPC to meet turnaround deadline. The total design-procurement-TAR duration was 10 months.
- Modularization of equipment and components to reduce onsite manpower
- Emphasis on global logistics planning by sea and ground for large equipment delivery
- Implemented expedited engineering document / submittal review to maintain aggressive schedule
- Use of laser scanning and 3D modelling to support retrofit of new steel and equipment upon existing infrastructure
$52 MM
Total Installed Cost
Bi-Fuel Generator Replacement
This project involved replacing an existing standby power generator with a new, larger 1250KW bi-fuel genset to support anticipated electrical upgrades for future building and lab equipment loads. The new generator was designed to operate on both diesel and natural gas, offering flexibility and resilience in power supply. The installation required careful planning to address site constraints and regulatory approvals.
Key Highlights:
- Installed 1250KW bi-fuel generator (diesel/natural gas) for future lab and equipment loads
- Coordinated with utility provider for new gas service infrastructure
- Navigated city planning approvals and visual screening requirements
- Overcame spatial constraints in fitting the generator system within an existing utility yard adjacent to the building and public street