ANDRITZ offers comprehensive training programs for pumped storage power plants (PSPP), focusing on various aspects from basic principles to advanced operation and maintenance

 ANDRITZ offers comprehensive training programs for pumped storage power plants (PSPP), focusing on various aspects from basic principles to advanced operation and maintenance. Training topics include plant design, equipment operation, maintenance procedures, and safety protocols, with a strong emphasis on digital solutions like virtual plant simulations and interactive manuals. 

Here's a breakdown of the key training areas:

1. Fundamentals and Principles:

Hydropower Fundamentals:

Overview of hydropower generation, different types of turbines (Francis, Pelton, etc.), and the role of pumped storage in the energy system. 

PSPP Specifics:

Understanding the unique characteristics of pumped storage plants, including their role in grid stability and energy storage. 

Electrical Systems:

Training on generator and transformer protection, including specific protection systems like ANDRITZ DRS-COMPACT and DRS-LIGHT, according to a training description from ANDRITZ. 

2. Plant Design and Components:

Mechanical and Electrical Equipment:

Detailed training on turbines, generators, penstocks, valves, and other key components. 

Control Systems:

Understanding the control systems for plant operation, including process control loops, alarms, and interlocks. 

Digital Solutions:

Using interactive manuals and virtual plant simulators (like IDEAS) to understand plant layout, process flow, and equipment operation. 

3. Operation and Maintenance:

Normal Operation Procedures:

Training on start-up, shutdown, and normal operating sequences. 

Troubleshooting:

Identifying and resolving common operational issues, including pressure-flow convergence problems and performance deviations. 

Maintenance Strategies:

Understanding preventative and corrective maintenance procedures, including predictive maintenance and root cause analysis. 

Safety Procedures:

Training on safety protocols for plant operation, maintenance, and emergency situations. 

4. Advanced Training and Optimization:

Digitalization:

Utilizing digital tools and platforms for remote training, process optimization, and data analysis. 

Process Optimization:

Training on optimizing plant performance, including energy efficiency, cost reduction, and resource management. 

Simulation and Modeling:

Using simulation software (like IDEAS) to model plant behavior, test different operating scenarios, and optimize performance. 

5. Specific ANDRITZ Technologies:

Metris OPP:

Training on the Metris Optimization and Process Performance platform for data analysis, process control, and performance monitoring. 

IDEAS Software:

Training on the IDEAS software suite for dynamic modeling, simulation, and pressure-flow network analysis. 

Interactive Manuals:

Utilizing interactive 3D plant walkthroughs and process animations for training.