The 24 MW power plant, located close to the capital, Conakry, will mitigate the effects of power cuts that have historically undermined industries in the area, and guarantee the supply of electricity
Himoinsa provided a comprehensive solution that includes 12 diesel generator sets, eight fuel tanks, medium-voltage switches, step-down transformers, synchronisation and fuel automation systems, among other equipment.
It will serve a large industrial plant dedicated to metallurgy, with a focus on process efficiency and optimum fuel consumption.
“The system has been designed to operate with parallel synchronisation between the 12 HTW 2030 T5 diesel generator sets,” Himoinsa said in a statement.
It added that the gensets are particularly suitable for high volume industrial applications due to their efficiency and ease of maintenance, which has allowed a balanced load and an effective response to peak demand.
“The 0.4/20 kV step-up transformers and medium-voltage switchgear are configured to ensure safe and efficient electricity distribution,” it noted.
“Fuel automation is key to optimising the use of resources and ensuring that the system operates continuously without interruption.”
Himoinsa added that the facilities have enabled the industrial plant to operate continuously thanks to automation and remote monitoring system.
A SCADA system allows operators to efficiently monitor and control the performance of the generator sets from any location, which has improved their ability to respond to any eventuality.
Local technical support has also been available during the set up of the project.
Yanmar Turkey also played a key role in the project, working with Himoinsa in the supply of medium voltage material through to the commissioning and installation work.
“Their experience and technical support have been essential to the correct integration and operation of the system,” Himoinsa added.
Key challenges faced during implementation included high-temperature operating conditions and high humidity, especially during the rainy season, and logistical challenges due to the limited infrastructure and the location of the plant, which hampered the delivery and assembly of heavy and bulky equipment.