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Ebara Elliott Energy completes 100 MW power upgrade

 

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Ebara Elliott Energy (EEE) has announced the completion of a major electrical upgrade at its Jeannette, Pennsylvania, US, manufacturing facility. The upgrade, which began in late 2022, now enables EEE to complete full speed and full load testing of compressors and electrical equipment up to 100 MW, or approximately 134 102 hp, strengthening large scale turbomachinery testing.

The extensive project involved a close collaboration with First Energy and the installation of a new power line, including a Main 138 000 V breaker, a 100 MVA power transformer, and a series of capacitor banks. This new infrastructure provides reliable and robust energy to the Jeannette facility.

“With the push to reduce emissions and shorten overall project cycle times we identified the trend toward high power electrification many years ago,” said Ron Josefczyk, Vice President of Global Manufacturing. “Our expanded capabilities prove our commitment to be a key provider to energy customers – the future of testing starts here.”

The completion of this upgrade is a direct response to the strong and growing energy demand, particularly in the LNG market. By expanding its testing capabilities, EEE is well-equipped to support its customers’ transition to greener energy solutions and meet evolving environmental standards.

“Now we have one of the largest testing capabilities in the world,” added Mark Babyak, Vice President of New Apparatus Sales. “This upgrade allows us to help customers transition to greener solutions, and it solidifies our role in supporting a sustainable future for the energy industry.”

 

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