Characteristics of the structure of the cogeneration system
Cogeneration systems allow you to save on electricity costs generated by more efficient use of fuel energy. In such installations, the capture and useful use of that part of the thermal energy, which is simply released into the environment in conventional autonomous power plants, is ensured. Thanks to this, the need to purchase thermal energy is reduced, which somewhat reduces production costs, reducing the cost of production.
Most cogeneration plants use gas engines that can run on different gases. It can be natural, associated, pyrolysis, coke gas, biogas, gas obtained from waste processing. That is, the fuel for the installation is also very affordable, which accelerates its payback.
The cogeneration power plant can be delivered open for installation on the premises of the enterprise or in containers, which allows the equipment to be installed outdoors.In this case, containerized power plants have many advantages over open installations. This equipment is carefully checked and tested at the manufacturer's factory and is delivered to the customer ready for use. In this way, there is no need for additional construction and assembly work. In the enterprise, the equipment is connected only to the gas and electricity system, after which it is completely ready for operation.
The efficiency of a gas cogeneration plant can reach 90%, which allows solving the problem of irrational use of resources and ensuring economical production, which is the reason for the acquisition of such equipment by many manufacturing enterprises. In addition to generating electricity and heat, such plants can generate cold, which becomes more in demand during the warmer months. That is, the maximum use of fuel energy is possible all year round.
The system can be easily controlled by a programmable controller that allows you to adjust its operation and monitor the technical condition. The automatic control over the serviceability and correctness of the work is carried out by a central computer. The control system controls not only the cogeneration and the generation of electrical energy, but also collects and processes information about the general state of the installation.
The system can also be equipped with the ability to remotely control and transmit information about malfunctions or malfunctions over the Internet or to a mobile phone.