Cooling towers from Aggreko substitute for storm damaged
plant
The challenge for the customer
A fierce tornado damaged one of six critical cooling towers at
an Oklahoma power station. The loss of the 115,000 GPM tower
was severely limiting power generation. The hot summer period
was a particular challenge. A speedy solution was essential
and a US$100,000 a day penalty was consequently part of the
contract.
Aggreko’s solution
Working to schedule, within eight days Aggreko assembled a
temporary system. This comprised 45 1000 ton modular towers,
associated power transformers, power distribution and piping
systems. The unique and patented design allowed the towers to be
located in limited space. The elevated cold water basin in
the design meant no additional pumps were required.
The benefits to the customer
The installation was a complete success. The plant was
back to normal production within eight days. Utility
consumers were assured of continued power supply for air
conditioning and other services.