IN BRIEF

US$1 BILLION DEAL FOR UZBEKISTAN PROCESSING FACILITY & POWER PLANT

Air Products has signed an investment agreement with the government of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Uzbekneftegaz JSC to acquire, own and operate a natural gas-to-syngas processing facility in Qashqadaryo Province, Uzbekistan for US$1 billion.

The natural gas-to-syngas industrial complex is an integral part of state-owned energy company Uzbekneftegaz JSC’s multi-billion gas-to-liquid (GTL) facility - one of the most advanced energy plants in the world - producing 1.5 million tonnes per year of high value-add synthetic fuels for domestic use and potentially export, according to Air Products. Under the purchase agreement, Air Products will acquire, own and operate two large-scale air separation units, two largescale auto-thermal reforming units, and a hydrogen production unit.

BASRA UNIVERSITY, BASRA, IRAQ, CHOOSES 500 KVA DIESEL GENSET FOR CAMPUS

GHADDAR MACHINERY has supplied a 500 kVA diesel generator powered by Cummins Engine KTA19G4 and Leroy Somer TAL0473C Alternators. It is currently providing backup power for the University campus at Basra, Iraq.

The KTA19-Series engine driving the genset benefits from years of technical development and improvement to bring customers an innovative and future proof diesel engine that keeps pace with ever-changing generator set requirements.

Recognized globally for its performance under even the most severe climatic conditions, the KTA19-Series is widely acknowledged as the most robust and cost-effective diesel engine in its power range for the generator set market. Features of the engine include:

*Turbocharger – Cummins Turbo technologies (CTT) exhaust gas driven turbocharger mounted at top of engine.

*Fuel System – Cummins PT™ self-adjusting system. Integral dual flyweight governor provides overspeed protection independent of main governor.

*Aftercooler – Large capacity aftercooler results in cooler, denser intake air for more efficient combustion and reduced internal stresses for longer life.

*Cylinder Block – Alloy cast iron with removable wet liners. Cross bolt support to main bearing cap provides extra strength and stability.

* Service and Support - G-Drive

KOHLER has supplied and installed two 1,900 KVA diesel gensets in an ISO 40-ft steel container at a data centre in Cairo, Egypt.

The power package also includes a fuel system for Tier 3 data centre. A KOHLER spokesman comments: “This project reflects our excellence and professionalism in providing cutting-edge and cost-effective solutions for the data centre solutions.”

The T1900 1900kVA KOHLER generating set is equipped with a Mitsubishi engine. The generator set, its components and a wide range of options have been fully developed, prototype-tested, factory built, and production-tested

The generator sets are designed in accordance with ISO8528 and approved for use with HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) according to EN15940.

Each generator offers high reliability enhanced through a simple design for optimal functional performances; its high performances turbochargers providing high engine performances under all loads. Each set offers easy operation and maintenance: accessories requiring daily maintenance thanks to components conveniently located on the same side of the engine.

The set’s alternator provides industry-leading motor starting capability.

There is an excitation system which permits sustained overcurrent >300% In, during 10 sec. It is built with a class H insulation and IP23. Cooling is provided via a compact and complete solution using a mechanical/electrical radiator.

Gensets Provide Backup Power