Lynemouth Silo Hoppers
Manufacture of 18 Large Biomass silo Hoppers for Lynemouth Power Station Conversion
CUSTOMER
Harry Peers
YEAR OF CONTRACT
2018 – 2019
VALUE
£1.0m
SITE
Lynemouth Power Station Northumberland UK
The Opportunity
As part of the UK’s commitment to a lower-carbon power generation future, the owners of Lynemouth Power Station decided to retrofit the existing coal-firing boilers to burn biomass, largely imported from the Americas. This significant retrofit project was divided into two primary work zones:
The development of a new fuel intake, storage, and feed system to supply the power station.
The adaptation of generating assets to operate using the new renewable fuel.
To support this effort, there was a requirement to manufacture, paint, and deliver 18 large silo hoppers for installation, ensuring they met stringent quality and performance standards while integrating into the feed system infrastructure.
The Solution
Power System Services were initially awarded the contract by Sir Robert McAlpine, with Harry Peers later assuming responsibility for the project. The decision to select Power System Services was based on their demonstrated expertise in manufacturing high-quality structures and components for similar projects, along with their qualifications, capacity, planning, and strategic location.
The work carried out by Power System Services included:
Precision Manufacturing: Fabricating hopper quadrants and ensuring stability during welding to maintain structural integrity.
Surface Treatment Management: Overseeing subcontractor activities for painting and coating to meet durability standards.
Trial Assemblies: Conducting pre-delivery assembly tests to confirm fit and functionality.
Quality Assurance: Maintaining comprehensive QA records and ensuring strict documentation control throughout the project.
The breadth of in-house expertise, proven track record, and strong references from previous projects were pivotal in Power System Services being awarded this contract.
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