Lifetime Extension Solutions for IC toextend total system lifetime

摘要

It was during the 1980′s that digital control systems were installed in power plants for the firstrntime. Major mechanical equipment is expected to be usable for about 30-40 years, whereasrnmost C&I system manufacturers confirm support, spare parts and repairs for their equipmentrnfor only 10 years.rnConsequently customers need to consider their C&I strategies and in particular how to coverrnthe 30-40 year lifecycle of the major mechanical components.rnA look at Power Plant business shows that popular strategies are:rn? Cannibalizing:rnReusing components from decommissioned plantsrn? Stockpiling:rnEstimating and stockpiling the required spare partsrn? Complete modernization/ Exchange of C&Irn? Replacement of the complete control system.