{"id":2168,"date":"2021-09-28T07:07:09","date_gmt":"2021-09-28T07:07:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sifcoasc.com\/?p=2168"},"modified":"2022-10-13T18:16:28","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T18:16:28","slug":"hydroelectric-power-room-for-growth-or-swelled-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sifcoasc.com\/enuk\/blog\/hydroelectric-power-room-for-growth-or-swelled-up","title":{"rendered":"Hydroelectric Power: Room for Growth? Or Swelled Up?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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For years there\u2019s been a constant debate as to the efficiency and longevity of the hydroelectric power supply in the US.<\/p>\n

Hydroelectric power uses flowing water to spin a turbine connected to a generator to produce electricity. According to the National Hydropower Association<\/a> (NHA), \u201cthe water flows through the turbines, turning blades which are connected to a shaft that spins a generator, and generates power that is then sent out to homes and businesses through transmission lines.\u201d<\/p>\n

There is no doubt that the public\u2019s interest in renewable energies will continue to grow, and hydropower is one of the oldest forms of electric generating technology. The average age of a US hydro plant is 64 years. With the proper maintenance, the equipment lifetime is expected to exceed 100 years; and maintenance investments have not been overlooked. From 2007 to 2016 $8.7 billion was invested in refurbishments and upgrades.<\/p>\n

SIFCO ASC can play an essential role in the in the maintenance schedule of turbines by restoring critical dimensions and providing corrosion protection on a variety of components. Deposits frequently used to maintain and repair turbines include:<\/p>\n