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74Infrastructure and construction projects will drive switchgear demand in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE, says Frost & Sullivan.

Specification and maintenance guide for mineral insulating oil

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Two-days of learning and net-working of the highest calibre

and an awards night to remember – it’s not often that we manage to surprise ourselves, but success can do that to you. While H20 Water Awards celebrated its third anni-versary, its sister event Middle East Water Leakage Summit completed its second successful edition. We had the pleasure of hosting top of-ficials and participants from Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA), Dubai Municipality, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Federal Elec-tricity & Water Authority (FEWA), KAHRAMAA to name a few at the two annual events. A comprehensive pictorial coverage awaits you inside, but the fact of the matter that both awards and the leakage summit have been growing in stature and rel-evance, since their inception. The idea for a water leakage summit was a no-brainer – in an absolutely water scarce region, you were looking at absurd amounts of water, produced

at a substantial cost, being lost to leakage. If that isn’t sheer wastage, what is? And if water is a topic that strikes a deep chord with the peo-ple and leadership in this region, then shouldn’t there be an awards programme that originates in this region and recognises its efforts at water stewardship? That’s how H20 Water Awards came into being in 2010, and for its third edition this year, we had the privilege of host-ing Ian Gibbons, Deputy Consul General, British Embassy Dubai as the guest of honour. His presence, words of wisdom and praise for the winners and participants certainly contributed to making the evening a resounding success.

As Power & Water Middle East brand takes over from the erst-while Megawhat-H20, we hope to build upon the successful legacies of both events. We are moving into 2013 with new opportunities in our sights. The challenge is to grab these before anyone else does.

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Mineral insulating oil is the most widely used insulating liquid for cooling and insulation in oil-filled electrical equipment.

Standard specifications and guide-lines are regularly maintained and used for purchasing and supply of virgin unused oil and also for maintenance of in-service oil.

International standard IEC 60296 is used in the electrical industry for purchasing and supply of unused mineral insulating oil. Globally it is the most widely used standard for supply of mineral oil in the electrical industry. Both users and producers realised

Specification and maintenance guide for mineral insulating oil

some weakness in this standard; therefore during IEC TC10 general meeting in 2005, it was decided to revise this standard. As of February 2012 the revised standard is now published. We urge all our customers to ask for these 2012 standards for all future requirements.Among several improvements the revised standard address lower furfural content of the oil as well as clearer definitions of additives. Demands on testing for sulfur induced copper cor-rosivity were also finally formalised.

For reliable operation of oil-filled electrical equipment, monitoring and maintenance of insulating liquid is

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essential. The characteristics of the oil, supplied as unused, may change during service life. Therefore, the oil quality should be monitored regularly during its service life.

In many countries, power compa-nies and electrical power authorities have established codes of practice for this purpose. In general these cover monitoring guidelines and corrective actions depending on the oil status. If a certain amount of oil deterioration is exceeded then the possibility and risk of prema-ture failure should be considered. While the quantification of the risk can be very difficult, a first step involves

the identification of potential effects of increased deterioration.

Physical contaminants such as water and particles can be removed from the oil restoring oil breakdown voltage, however, chemical contaminants can-not be removed by simple filtration/de-gassing of the oil and requires chemical treatment of the oil. This is particularly important issue for repaired transformers and refilling of these repaired units would be best with new virgin oil.

IEC 60422 is a guide for supervision and maintenance of mineral insulat-ing oils. This standard is now under

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revision to take into account develop-ment in oil and equipment technology and inclusion of the best practices currently in use worldwide. Changes are also made to use current method-ology and comply with requirements and regulations affecting safety and environmental aspects.

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Value of the contract won by Doosan Yanbu Phase 3 Seawater Desalination Plant project from the Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC) of Saudi Arabia. The MSF plant will deliver 550,000 m³/d of water. The project is slated for completion by March 2016. In 2010, Doosan won the contract to build the Ras Al Khair Phase 1 de-salination plant, the world’s largest desalination project to date, followed by Yanbu Phase 2 Expansion MED, featuring the world’s largest MED distiller, in addition to the Marafiq Yanbu MED plant in 2011.

Chemical Management will move forward in two ways: first, chemical consumption will be maximised through more efficient use; and second, the devel-opment of chemical alternatives will con-tinue as the industry seeks a way to move away from the base material of oil, which is subject to intense price fluctuations.

Decentralisation rebalances water networks and services to reflect a more natural demand and supply environ-ment. Recent decreases in urban population and a growth in complex residential patterns harm a water in-dustry that was created for centralized urban growth.

Energy Efficiency and Production prioritise innovations such as the wastewater to energy movement and energy optimising pumps. Water utili-ties need relief from increasing energy prices, which consume a majority of operating costs in distribution and wastewater services.

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Smart Water Technologies address the leakage levels, which can often be averaging 22.2% of water, due to leaks and bursts. This is both financially and environmentally beneficial. Pipe replacement plans, sensors and data communicating devices in pipes offer a solution for the industry.

Sludge Management uses advanced technology solutions to minimize waste levels, while the remaining sludge waste can be turned into revenue through recovered nutrients and fertil-izers and biogas production.

The Cost Recovery Principle needs to be effectively implemented by water utilities and the benefits need to be communicated to consumers as the cost of water will rise in the coming years regardless.

SOURCE: Frost & Sullivan: Efficiency and Innovation on top of the Agenda of the Big 5 Water Utilities

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Financial package being provided by IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, to Smart Energy Solutions (SES), a Dubai-based power generation compa-ny, to help address temporary electric-ity shortages in many conflict-affected countries. As part of the package, IFC will provide a loan to SES while acquir-ing a stake in Jolt Holdings, the owner of SES and a subsidiary or Gulf Capital. The IFC financing will help the company expand into frontier and post-conflict countries in the Middle East, Sub-Saha-ran Africa, and South Asia, where power outages often cut into productivity and hamper economic growth.

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Value of the contracts awarded by Na-tional Water Company (NWC) of Saudi Arabia to Degrémont, a SUEZ ENVI-RONNEMENT subsidiary, to supply and install modular units to produce drink-ing water from brackish groundwater in the area of Riyadh. The contracts cover the supply, installation and commission-ing of 33 modular brackish water treat-ment units at 14 sites across the city.

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O ver 200 people gathered at the St. Regis Hotel on Al Saadiyat

Island last month to celebrate a decade of excellence and outstanding achievements at Brorouge. Senior management from the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Borealis and Borouge, key industry figures as well as the staff and customers of Borouge, attended the celebration that commemorated 10 years of success, commitment to excellence and high quality products. In his opening speech, Abdulaziz Alhajri, CEO of Abu Dhabi Polymers Company (Borouge) recalled how the company laid the foundation for the petrochemicals industry of the UAE, contributing to economic diversification and development of the downstream industry. The focus

Borouge celebrates 10 years of excellence

Abdulaziz Alhajri, CEO, Abu Dhabi Polymers Company (Borouge) and Wim Roels, CEO of Borouge’s Marketing & Sales Company hand over a commemorative gift to Rashed Saud Al Shamsi, Director of Petrochemicals, ADNOC in appreciation of ADNOC’s support.

on the highest levels of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) fetched the company the ISO 14001 certification and ADNOC HSE Awards in operation, innovation, environment and sustainability. Having adopted the principles of Responsible Care, Borouge is currently pursuing the RC 14001 certification. In his speech, Wim Roels,

CEO of Borouge’s Marketing & Sales Company also highlighted the company’s commitment to actively promote the responsible use of plastics through initiatives such as the ‘World for the Water’ programme that was launched with Borealis in 2007 to provide sustainable solutions that facilitate access to clean water and proper sanitation.

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Units Shipped H anovia successfully launched its SwimLine and other UV

disinfection systems at an event in Dubai last month. Over 50 visitors from the region, including representatives from some of the world’s leading hotel chains, attended the day-long event, co-hosted by Hanovia’s local distributor, Water & Environmental Technologies, where they learned the benefits of using UV to treat swimming pools and spas. Hanovia’s SwimLine UV system offers twofold protection for pool operators: water disinfection and the removal of combined chlorine. The event was also supported by a third party consultant, Ian Nicks, from the Pool water Treatment Advisory Group (PWTAG) who provided a more independent view on the benefits of UV for pool operators. Based on the success of the Dubai, Hanovia will be holding another event in 2013 with the date and venue to be announced later.

Hanovia hosts seminar on SwimLine

H ydro International, a leading global provider of solutions

for the control and treatment of stormwater and wastewater, has appointed Ezzat Natsheh to a new post of Middle East Regional Sales Manager. Ezzat will work from Dubai, providing a regional focus for delivering Hydro’s vortex control and separation technologies in the Middle East and North Africa. “The appointment of a dedicated Regional Sales Manager for the Middle East marks a significant step forward for Hydro and is a demonstration of our commitment to developing our business in the region,” said Clive Evans, International Business Director. “Hydro is already working closely with Middle East customers to develop innovative technologies closely suited to the construction and infrastructure needs of the region, particularly in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt.”

Hydro International appoints Middle East sales manager

Ezzat Natsheh

A fter 10 years at the helm, Paul Reiter, IWA’s Executive Director,

is taking up a new strategic role within IWA to accelerate the development and implementation of IWA’s priorities. In this, he will continue to lead a number of key strategic IWA initiatives including Cities of the Future and the important interface between IWA’s utility members and the science and research that underlie best practices worldwide. Ger Bergkamp, who is presently the Director of Regions and Programs, will take over the duties of Executive Director from 8 December 2012 until a new appointment is made. The appointment of the new Executive Director is expected to be announced in March 2013.

Paul Reiter to take up new strategic role at IWA

E merson Process Management has expanded its Rosemount Dubai

Measurement and Manufacturing Centre in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to better serve its customers in the region. Emerson has increased its JAFZA centre’s manufacturing and assembly capacity to more than 1,700 Rosemount pressure and temperature transmitters per month. In addition to manufacturing, assembly, and distribution of Rosemount instrumentation, the centre offers services including technical support, order management, project management, service support, repair support, and customer inspection. “We have already supplied over 13,000 units to more than 450 customers in the region,” said Komal Damania, Rosemount Operations Manager. “We are working to keep an inventory of 1,200 units at any given day so that we can support our customers and deliver the material in the shortest possible time.”

Emerson expands Rosemount centre in UAE

T yco Valves & Controls, a leading global manufacturer

of valves, actuators and controls has changed its name to Pentair Valves & Controls. David Dunbar, president, Pentair Valves & Controls, said: “Joining together two great companies, Tyco Flow Control with Pentair, is the start of a bright future, not just for our business, but also for our customers. We’re dedicated to continuing to offer the very best

Tyco Valves & Controls adopts new Pentair nameproducts, technical expertise and service to deliver total solutions to our customers around the world, whatever the application.” Randy Hogan, CEO of Pentair, added: “All that has changed is the name: we will still deliver the same market-leading products and services as before, remaining focused on our customers’ needs and maintaining our position as the world’s leading supplier of flow control solutions.”

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Last month, the Emirates Solar Industry Association honoured

leaders from the region’s solar industry. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) walked away with two awards – the Utility Company of the Year award and Lifetime Achievement Award, which was given to H.E. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA. Al Tayer, who is also the Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy (DSCE), collected the Policymaker of the Year for the work done by DSCE in promoting solar energy in the UAE.

Masdar won two awards - the prestigious Project of the Year Award for the 100 MW Shams 1 project and the Entrepreneur of the Year, which

ESIA hosts inaugural Solar AwardsDEWA and MASDAR bag most awards at the inaugural event

H.E. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA was given the Lifetime Achievement Award.went to Masdar Institute Research

Assistant Alaeddine Mokri for mapping the solar resources of the UAE and overcoming the challenges in operating in this unique environment.The Local Company of the Year prize went to Abu Dhabi-based Enviromena, while the Solar Technology of the Year award went to SunPower, a US-based solar power developer. SunPower has broken new ground through the introduction of solar cells that have a very high efficiency rate (21%) combined with the lowest yearly degradation rate (0.08%).

The Financial Advisor of the Year went to National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) for its work in establishing a project finance framework to support the

commercial viability of solar projects in the UAE. Taylor Wessing won the Legal Advisor of the Year award while Robin Mills won the Media Personality of the year. Mills is a renowned author and columnist for The National and Head of Consulting at Manaar Energy.

“Through the Solar Awards, our aim is to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements made by local businesses, government entities and individuals who have made our solar industry a shining success,” said Vahid Fotuhi, President of ESIA.

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The Shuwaikh Seawater Reverse Osmosis (SWRO) Desalination

Plant, the world’s largest SWRO plant using dissolved air flotation (DAF) and pressurised inside-out ultrafiltration (UF) as pre-treatment steps, managed to treat seawater with high turbidity and operate reliably during red tide events.

Located near Shuwaikh port, the

Pentair contributes to Kuwait SWRO successKuwait’s Shuwaikh SWRO desalination plant overcomes Red Tide with Pentair technology

A lstom has signed two orders worth approximately €75 million with

Metka, a leading international contractor for large scale energy projects to deliver power generation equipment for key projects that Metka is executing for the Samra Electric Power Company in the Kingdom of Jordan.

The first contract involves the delivery of a GT13E2 gas turbine and associated spares for the new fast-track simple cycle power plant being constructed in the region of Zarqa. Alstom will design, deliver and supervise the installation of one GT13E2 gas turbine, generator and auxiliaries for the new unit.

The supply and installation will

Alstom bags two contracts worth €75 million in JordanThe power major will supply a GT13 gas turbine for a new power plant and increase the capacity of an existing plant.

take place in a ‘fast-track’ mode with commercial operation scheduled for June 2013. The power plant will add 146 MW to the Jordanian grid, bringing much needed generation capacity ahead of the peak summer months.

In a contract awarded in 2009, Alstom had supplied two GT13E2 gas turbines for the 285 MW Samra III simple cycle plant. The plant has been operational since 2011. The latest contract expands Alstom’s fleet of GT13E2 gas turbines in the Middle East and Africa to 60 units.The second contract involves the supply of Alstom steam-tail add-on technology to convert the existing 285 MW Samra III simple cycle gas-fired plant to a combined cycle plant. The ‘Add-on’ of this technology will increase the power generation capacity of the unit by an additional 143 MW. The project will enter commercial operation in 2015. A steam-tail consists of adding steam power generation equipment to an existing gas power plant to increase its efficiency and cut emissions per MW produced. Recent steam tail wins in Alstom include the Riyadh PP12 gas-fired power plant being constructed for

plant was built in 2010 for the Kuwaiti Ministry of Electricity and Water in order to provide additional potable water for its communities. Doosan Heavy Industries and Construction designed and built the plant. With a UF permeate capacity of 350 MLD (92.5 MGD) and RO output of 94.7 MLD (30 MGD), the plant supplies drinking water for more than 450,000 residents in Kuwait City.

The plant design gave special attention to pre-treatment as the seawater in the area is highly saline, rich in organic components and known for occasional red tides, which can last for 10 days. This resulted in a combination of DAF and Pentair X-Flow’s Seaguard 40 UF membrane modules and skids. Together, DAF

Sohar Aluminium power plant with GT13E2

the Saudi Electric Company (SEC) in Saudi Arabia and the steam tail for the Az-Zour gas-fired project in Kuwait which will add 400 MW to the existing plant capacity.

Mark Coxon, Senior Vice President of Alstom’s Gas business said: “The Middle East is an important gas-fired power generation market for Alstom and we are happy to be partnering in the effort to expand the Kingdom of Jordan’s generation capacity. Our technology is well suited to the needs of the region and will support the Middle East in increasing its generation capacity in the most efficient and cost effective manner.”

and UF efficiently remove high concentrations of suspended solids and small-sized colloidal particulates. The produced RO feed water has a consistent silt density index value of less than 3.0 at all times.According to Pentair, even during red tide event, the combined DAF and UF pre-treatment proved successful in removing the increased number of particles caused by the abnormal algae growth with turbidity levels of up to 31 NTU. Only small operational adjustments were needed to be taken to guarantee optimum pre-treatment for the RO system. This, the company claimed, helped prevent reduced production or plant shutdown and helps ensure a reliable supply of potable water to the city of Kuwait.

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In The Region

CESI Middle East to help develop Saudi HVDC link projectThe HVDC link will enable power transfer between Saudi Arabia’s Central and Western Regions

Matteo Codazzi, CEO, CESI and Eng. Ali bin Saleh Al-Barrak, CEO, SEC signing the agreement

Phase 2 expansion of the Nimr Water Treatment Plant (NWTP)

has been completed 1.5 months ahead of schedule, increasing NWTP’s treatment capacity from 45,000 m3/day to 95,000 m3/day. The expansion was completed in the third quarter of 2012.“During the past couple of years, our engineering team and construction partners have been working hard to develop this unique project. With the successful completion of our construction activities in Nimr, we

BAUER completes Phase 2 of Oman produced water treatment projectThe Phase 2 expansion increases the reed-bed plant’s processing capacity to 95,000 m3/day

NWTP also recovers a significant amount of crude oil from the produced water.

CESI Middle East has signed an agreement with the Saudi

Electricity Company (SEC) to assist in the implementation of a High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) power transportation interconnector between Riyadh and Mecca covering the central and western regions. The SEC mandate marks CESI Middle East’s second project win in the Kingdom.The new 800 kilometres HDVC link will run between the Dharma and Bahra stations, thereby linking Riyadh and Mecca. This link will not only increase the power generation capacity of local distribution networks, which frequently experience power disturbances, power failures and outages but also provide a reliable back-up energy supply in such emergency situations.

The HVDC link, which will have a

power carrying capacity of over 3,000 MW, will increase the reserve margins for SEC so that it can fulfil high energy demands with greater reliability. Saudi Arabia is experiencing growing demand due to the establishment of large-scale industrial manufacturing plants.

Floris Schulze, Managing Director CESI Middle East said: “..this link will provide SEC with a back-up power system for emergency situations, while providing a reliable energy source at the lowest cost to consumers under normal circumstances.”

CESI Middle East will be working in collaboration with Tractebel Engineering on this project.

According to an IMF 2012 report, power consumption in Saudi Arabia is predicted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of six per cent.

have achieved an impressive milestone. Our day-to-day activities has shifted towards plant operation, however we also conduct research studies and intend to develop new water and environment projects with the oil & gas industry,” said Dennis Kronborg Alexandersen, Regional Sales & Business Development Manager of BAUER Nimr.

Since the beginning of 2011, the NWTP has treated produced water generated by PDO’s oil fields in Southern Oman. It is one of the world’s biggest commercial natural water treatment systems covering more than

700 hectares of constructed wetlands.“Having planted around two million

reeds, we have actually created a wetland oasis in the desert, providing habitat for fish and hundreds of species of migratory birds,” explained wetland specialist Dr Thomas Headley.

The produced water in NWTP runs through a series of reed beds which break down the hydrocarbons before the purified water is collected in evaporation ponds. All of this is done without the need for pumps or any electricity. Another benefit of the NWTP is that it recovers a significant amount of crude oil from the produced water.

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16 DECEMBER 2012

At large

T he global energy map is changing in dramatic fashion, the International Energy

Agency said as it launched the 2012 edition of the World Energy Outlook (WEO). The Agency’s flagship publication said these changes will recast expectations about the role of different countries, regions and fuels in the global energy system over the coming decades.

“North America is at the forefront of a sweeping transformation in oil and gas production that will affect all regions of the world, yet the potential also exists for a similarly transformative shift in global energy efficiency,” said IEA Executive Director Maria van der Hoeven. “This year’s World Energy Outlook shows that by 2035, we can achieve energy savings equivalent to nearly a fifth of global demand in 2010. In other words, energy efficiency is just as important as unconstrained energy supply, and increased action on efficiency can serve as a unifying energy policy that brings multiple benefits.”

The WEO finds that the extraordinary growth in oil and natural gas output in the United States will mean a sea-change in global energy flows. In the New Policies Scenario, the WEO’s central scenario, the United States becomes a net exporter of natural gas by 2020 and is almost

IEA’s latest World Energy Outlook underlines the

need to improve energy efficiency globally

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self-sufficient in energy, in net terms, by 2035. North America emerges as a net oil exporter, accelerating the switch in direction of international oil trade, with almost 90% of Middle Eastern oil exports being drawn to Asia by 2035. Links between regional gas markets will strengthen as liquefied natural gas trade becomes more flexible and contract terms evolve. While regional dynamics change, global energy demand will push ever higher, growing by more than one-third to 2035. China, India and the Middle East account for 60% of the growth; demand barely rises in the OECD, but there is a pronounced shift towards gas and renewables.

Fossil fuels will remain dominant in the global energy mix, supported by subsidies that, in 2011, jumped by almost 30% to $523 billion, due mainly to increases in the Middle East and North Africa. Global oil demand grows by 7 mb/d to 2020 and exceeds 99 mb/d in 2035, by which time oil prices reach $125/barrel in real terms (over $215/barrel in nominal terms). A surge in unconventional and deepwater oil boosts non-OPEC supply over the current decade, but the world relies increasingly on OPEC after 2020. Iraq accounts for 45% of the growth in global oil production to 2035 and becomes the second-largest global oil exporter, overtaking Russia.

While the regional picture for natural gas varies, the global outlook over the coming decades looks to be bright, as demand increases by 50% to 5 trillion cubic metres in 2035. Nearly half of the increase in production to 2035 is from unconventional gas, with most of this coming from the United States, Australia and China. Whether demand for coal carries on rising strongly or changes course radically will depend on the strength of policy decisions around lower-emissions energy sources and changes in the price of coal relative to natural gas. In the New Policies Scenario, global coal demand increases by 21% and is

heavily focused in China and India.Renewables become the world’s

second-largest source of power generation by 2015 and close in on coal as the primary source by 2035. However, this rapid increase hinges critically on continued subsidies. In 2011, these subsidies (including for biofuels) amounted to $88 billion, but over the period to 2035 need to amount to $4.8 trillion; over half of this has already been committed to existing projects or is needed to meet 2020 targets. Ambitions for nuclear have been scaled back as countries have reviewed policies following the accident at Fukushima Daiichi, but capacity is still projected to rise, led by China, Korea, India and Russia.

Water is essential to the production of energy, and the energy sector already accounts for 15% of the world’s total water use. Its needs are set to grow, making water an increasingly important criterion for assessing the viability of energy projects. In some regions, water constraints are already affecting the reliability of existing operations and they will introduce additional costs. Expanding power generation and biofuels output underpin an 85% increase in the amount consumed (the volume of water that is not returned to its source after use) through to 2035.

“Our analysis shows that in the absence of a concerted policy push, two-thirds of the economically viable potential to improve energy efficiency will remain unrealised through to 2035. Action to improve energy efficiency could delay the complete ‘lock-in’ of the allowable emissions of carbon dioxide under a 2oC trajectory - which is currently set to happen in 2017 - until 2022, buying time to secure a much-needed global climate agreement. It would also bring substantial energy security and economic benefits, including cutting fuel bills by 20% on average,” said Fatih Birol, IEA Chief Economist and the WEO’s lead author.

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T he FREJA 400-series is a new member of the relay testing

equipment from Megger. According to a press release from the company, the rugged hardware design is built for field use over a wide temperature range with intelligent software to perform rapid testing. The instruments combine high compliance voltage and high cur-rent to test all electromechanical, solid-state and numerical-based over-current relays, including voltage controlled, voltage restraint and directional over-current.

With three current generators and four voltage generators, the instru-ments provide a three-phase test system for commissioning of three phase protection systems. FREJA 406 can provide six current generation while FREJA 409 can provide nine current generation by converting the voltage channels to currents. The generators also provide high power in both the voltage and current channels to test all types of protection relays. For testing three-phase differential relays, six current channels are needed and, for testing special applications, up to nine current channels are required. According to Megger, with four voltage channels and six current channels, the new testing system makes it possible to test generator protection with differen-tial and under-voltage. The four voltage channels are also needed when testing auto -reclosers with synchro-check.

The current capability of these chan-nels must not be skimped – testing a 5A relay at six times rated current means that a minimum of 30A is needed, but the capacity to work at even higher currents is useful in many

New relay testing system

applications. Old electromechanical protection relays are still in wide-spread use, and pushing high test currents through these depends on the test set being able to deliver a high output voltage – up to 50 Vrms is highly desirable.

Taking into account protection schemes based on the IEC 61850 standard, most users will not require facilities for testing these schemes, but they will want to know that their test set is future proof and that it will, when the time comes, support IEC 61850 testing.

Many test sets are designed to be controlled by a PC and for complex tests this is often the best option. Megger offers its widely used FREJA Win soft-ware for just this purpose. For simpler tests, however, it is often very useful if the test set can be operated as a self-contained unit. The best test sets make autonomous operation very convenient by providing large colour display screens and clear controls.

Whether the test set is operated au-tonomously or with a PC, its software is intuitive in operation. FREJA Win offers a ‘wizard’ -based functional-ity that allows the test engineer to set up the instrument for routine tests simply by answering a series of questions. The system provides ‘guidance’ during the performance of the test, flagging up unexpected conditions and results, and providing clear advice on appropriate remedial action. Further, the FREJA 400-series is capable of generating clear and comprehensive reports in a format which allows the test results to be conveniently shared.

P alintest has launched a new Com-pact Turbimeter featuring Qua-

doptiX advanced testing technology. Designed for the field professional to test turbidity in drinking water, wastewater and surface water, the Compact Turbim-eter is built around the new QuadoptiX optical bench, which uses two independ-ent turbidity measurement systems for dual validation, which the company claims, results in improved reliability and accuracy, especially for samples with mobile or settling matter.

The device features several operating modes, including continuous measure-ment, averaging and Suspended Solids. It can also test for a range of 0 – 1050 NTU, with results also available in other units. Results are logged and tagged with opera-tor and site identity information, along with calibration data for good laboratory practice (GLP) compliance.

The meter is waterproof to IP67, conforms to the ISO 7027 standard, and comes supplied in a hard case including stable calibration standards, test tubes, silicone oil and other accessories to pro-vide the user with a comprehensive field kit for turbidity measurement.

New compact turbimeterPALINTESTFREJA

400-series

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Celebrating the oustanding achievements of the Mena

water sector

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Help fulfill a wish

PROJECTSC A T E G O R Y

WATERSOLUTIONS For its 500 m3/day Low Temperature Distillation (LTD) pilot project in El Gouna, Egypt. The LTD process produces clean water with low energy consumption and high efficiency

using uses free, low grade waste-heat to evaporate water in a simple yet robust way.

WINNER

Best water Project

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(Left to Right) Espen Mansfeldt, CEO, Watersolutions AG with Ian Gibbons, Deputy Consul General,

British Embassy Dubai and Master of Ceremonies Jeremy Llewellyn

(Left to Right) Thomas Klamp, Head of Process (Global), Passavant

Roeider, Vikrant Sarin – Manager Business Development, Aquatech

with Ian Gibbons


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Aquatech for Middle East’s first full-scale industrial wastewater recycle project at Equate Petrochemicals in Kuwait, Passavant-Roediger for their wastewater Treatment Plant with

energy recovery at Nablus.

AQUATECH AND PASSAVANT-ROEDIGER

Best WastewaterProject

Joint winners


DUBAI MUNICIPALITY

Innovative use/application of

technology

WINNER

Dubai Municipality developed a cost effective and environmentally sustainable drip irrigation system combining solar energy and Treated Sewage Effluent (TSE) to irrigate the plants and

trees in the various roundabouts of the emirate of Dubai. The project was initiated by the sewerage and irrigation network department in line with the broad objective of building a green and sustainable economy in the UAE . The system comprises of photovoltaic (PV) solar panels,

Lorentz submersible solar pump, underground water tank of about 5,000 gallon capacity. A submersible pump is installed in the tank which is specially designed to run on DC current

consuming 250 to 300 W supplied by solar panels; a drip irrigation system using TSE is used to irrigate the trees and ground cover plants automatically on daily basis. This system is currently

being implemented at 34 roundabouts in Dubai.

Eng. Hassan Mohammed Makki, Director of Sewerage & Irrigation

Network Department, Dubai Municipality receiving the award

from Ian Gibbons

Engineer Abdullah Al Shamsi, Acting Executive Director of Infrastructure and Municipal Assets Sector at the Municipality of Abu Dhabi City (centre) and Rashid Al Falasi, Director of Parks & Recreational Facilities, at the Municipality of Abu Dhabi City (Left) with Ian Gibbons


ABU DHABI MUNICIPALITY

Water Efficiency Leader

WINNER

The SCADA project implemented by the Municipality of Abu Dhabi City is a centralised automated system for controlling and monitoring irrigation stations,

rainwater drainage, flow meters and a number of fountains in the city of Abu Dhabi (both within the Island and Mainland) using 3G Technology. The project has enabled the municipality to eliminate use of potable water while optimising the use of irrigation water (TSE). It helped reduce irrigation water losses by 2-3 per cent,

achieve consistent water quality through improved real time monitoring and opened up the potential for subsurface drainage water reuse in the future.


I2O WATERIn Jeddah, intermittent supply was posing significant challenges in pressure management,

due to the conflicting requirements of saturating the zone quickly whilst minimising leakage and bursts. The National Water Company (NWC) approached i2O to conduct a pilot to manage this supply, reduce water losses from leaks and reduce the number of site visits, by enabling remote management of the site. The company saved 3.2 million litres of water per day in a pilot at two DMAs for the National Water Company (NWC), Suez

Environmental, and their joint venture, JCBU.

WINNER

Best Water Leakage Project

Kasim Mujeeb, Business Development Manager,

International Aramoon Co. (IAC), the Saudi partner of i2O Water

receives the award from Ian Gibbons

SPECIALCATEGORY WINNER

Since its inception 14 years ago, WETEX has firmly established itself as the leading trade and business platform for the Middle East’s water and power industry even as it upholds Dubai’s global position as a hub for finance, business and tourism. The annual event is

organised by the Dubai Water & Electricity Authority (DEWA) under the umbrella of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy.

Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX)

Best Water Event in the Middle East

Ahmed Abdulla, Corporate Communications Manager, DEWA

received the award from Ian Gibbons.

Harald Huberth, General Manager, SKZ Germany (left) received the award from Liam Williams, Associate Publisher, Power & Water Middle East (centre)


For spreading awareness about water losses in HDPE piping systems and following that up with training and certification in state of the art welding and Installation technology for the Middle East region at a purpose-built facility in Dubai. SKZ’s activities are helping make a difference in the sustainability of strategic potable water infrastructure in the Middle East.

SKZ German Plastics Centre

Water Communications Award


Two Flags Trading pioneered the launch of water saving technology from RST Germany for homes and offices in the UAE.

Two Flags Trading

H20 Consumer Product of the Year

Adnan Yamek, General Manager, Two Flags Trading

(Left) with Liam Williams, Associate Publisher, Power

& Water Middle East (centre)and Jeremy Llewellyn

PRODUCTSC A T E G O R Y

BWA WATER ADDITIVES For its Belgard EV 2030, which has emerged as the most widely used antiscalant in the region. Among its advantages, the product has low dose requirement and is effective in

both low and high temperature operation. Recently, BWA has also started manufacturing biodegradable antiscalants.

Best Water Product

Dimitar Ivanov, MD, WATO collected the award on behalf of the winner

from Jeremy Llewellyn

Banafsheh Shobeiri, COO, Business Development and

Strategies, Nu Flow Middle East received the award from Ramuel

Garcia, Branch Manager, Pure Technologies.


NU FLOW Middle East

Best Wastewater

Product

Nu Flow Middle East is a manufacturing and licensing partner of Nu Flow Technologies and as part of the Nu Flow Technologies R&D team, is strongly affiliated with the Centre for Advanced Coating Technologies at the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering of University of Toronto. Through customised research and real-life modelling for the use of the Nu Flow technologies in specific applications and conditions, Nu Flow continuously expands its market potential.Pipe rehabilitation applications include but are not limited to multi-storey buildings, service and public facilities, cultural heritage, underground utilities, industrial and pharmaceutical complexes, oil rigs and maritime vessels. Nu Flow’s epoxy coating and Cured-In-Place structural lining are applicable for most pipe materials such as glass reinforced plastic, concrete and clay pipes, steel, copper, cast iron, black iron, ductile iron, lead, uPVC and PE, with diameters ranging from ½” up to 12”. Bends and elbows, reducers, junction pieces such at T- and Y-fittings don’t form an obstacle.


EOLE WATERCreated a wind turbine that can condense water in the air and make it safe for drinking. The turbine can produce up to 1,000 litres/ day, and when coupled to

solar PV system, water production can be increased 1,800 litres/day; the company is currently trialling the system in Abu Dhabi as part of a strategy to introduce the

technology to the Middle East market.

Most Innovative Product / Technology

Philippe Cuyvers, Area Managing Director, Middle East & Central Asia, SPIE Oil & Gas Services Middle East

(Left) received the award from Rod Haynes, Division Manager –

Fluid Technology, DFT.

Yogesh Madnani, Regional BU Manager Measurement Products, India Middle East & Africa, ABB (Left) received the award from Faraz Said, Associate Director, KPMG Corporate Finance (Centre). KPMG is the knowledge partner for H2O Water Awards.


ABBThe hidden and often remote nature of much of the water supply infrastructure makes leak detection particularly difficult. As a direct response to this challenge and to customers’ requirements to conserve drinking water, ABB developed and

commercialised an enhanced flow meter, AquaMaster 3, which delivers measurement data from remote locations directly to customers via the Internet

Water Efficient Product


GUTERMANN Zonescan Net is the world’s first full fixed network leak locating system. Utilising a

combination of the latest acoustic leak detection technologies along with, Radio, GSM and Wi-Fi, the technology can now identify leak locations on the pipe network and

provide the data directly to the control centre at the utility headquarters.

Best Water Leakage Product

Lucas Grolimund, CEO, Gutermann (Left) received

the award from Andrew Wedgner, Application

Marketing Manager - BU Pipe, Borouge (Centre) and

Jeremy Llewellyn.

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Chairman, 2nd Middle East Water Leakage Summit

The challenge of online monitoring with battery-powered

data loggers

BLUE GOLD TECHNOLOGIES SEBAKMT

JEREMY LLWELLYN MICHAEL SARVAN

Jeremy Llewellyn is CEO and Owner of Blue Gold Technology, a specialist leak detection business covering the GCC. Blue Gold Technology was founded in 2009 and represents a number of world leading brands including Gutermann, JD7, Sensus, Technolog and Palintest. Before arrivingt in the UAE and starting Blue Gold Technology, Jeremy was CEO of Radio-Tech Limited, an Automatic Meter Reading and Radio technology manufacturer in the UK. This company installed a 30,000 unit AMR system in Paris for Group Suez. Prior to this he was a Director of Halma Water Management, a manufacturer of leak detection and data logging equipment with UK and US operations

Sarvan’s presentation sought to highlight how online monitoring can be achieved without consuming too much battery power. In a typical scenario where pressure and flow data is continuously recorded by data loggers, monitoring is achieved by regular on-site data download by field personnel (which could extend the battery life well over 10 years) or uploading the data to an FTP server every day (which could potentially reduce battery life by 50%). The solution, he proposed, is using smart alarm functions that will trigger the data logger to go into online mode. The data logger starts to continuously send data and look for new commands, and goes back to normal mode if there are no new commands. The presentation can be viewed at the leakage summit website.

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The Leakage Experts

Good practices in water loss reduction and distribution network protection

against bursts

Technology for network management and leakage control

WATOPRIMAYER

ENG. DOBROMIR MOLDOVANOVDAVID GREEN

Eng. Moldovanov presented a case study which amplified WATO approach to achieving water loss reduction and protecting distribution networks against bursts. For water loss reduction, he advised defining permanent boundaries and minimum number of entrances as the starting point of the exercise, followed by hydraulic simulation of the defined zone, installation of data collection devices, data collection for one or two months, data analysis, evaluation of all branches in terms of losses, results analysis followed by commissioning of pressure management programme. For more good practices, check out Moldovanov presentation at the summit website.

In his presentation, Green provided an initial overview of Primayer’s innovations in network management, data delivery, leakage detection, leak location and leak confirmation. He elaborated on Primayer’s three new product variants in PRV Monitoring, Step Testing and Leak Noise Correlation that improve the efficiency of leak location and leak reduction backed with case studies. In the PRV Monitoring case, for example, the challenge was how to monitor the functioning of 25,000 PRVs at remote sites at high resolution data rates and thus assist in maintaining the integrity and sustainability of pressure managed networks without the expensive installation of mains power or having to constantly change batteries. Green’s presentation can be viewed at the leakage summit website.

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The Leakage Experts

Increasing awareness and use of in-line acoustic leak detection

techniques

Watch Leak Management System and GIS to optimise municipal water

leakage management

PURE TECHNOLOGIESIAC

RAMUEL M GARCIAKASIM MUJEEB

Ramuel Garcia explained how Pure’s in-line leak detection services allow water utilities to proactively locate trunk water main leaks that may have otherwise gone unnoticed, thereby minimising costs associated with potential ruptures and water loss. Acoustic leak detection sensors run through in-service trunk water mains, bringing the sensor to the leak sound, rather than relying on the leak sound to find the sensor. He pointed out that in-line surveys work exceptionally well on large-diameter water transmission trunk mains, which are often poor at transmitting leak sounds and have limited access points to the pipe. The presentation can be viewed at the summit website.

Kasim Mujeeb’s presentation introduced the four principal methods of reducing leakage in water distribution, the benefits of using DMZ / DMA for monitoring customer consumption and leakages and incorporating advanced technologies like IAC’s WATCH LEAK Water Management System to supplement these efforts. WATCH LEAK Water Management System is a web-based application which can monitor all changes in the water network for selected points in the network. The data so generated can be stored, retrieved and analysed to help in decision making. For an insight into how GIS enhances this system, view the presentation at the summit website.

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Water Leakage, a thing of the past: Short comings and

solutions

Training & Certification:Contributing to the improvement ofHDPE water networks in the region

REINERT-RITZSKZ MIDDLE EAST

PAUL HUTCHINGSREDA ASHKAR

Paul Hutchings spoke on the crucial role of fittings in creating a sustainable and beneficial pipe system which will, in turn, ensure marked reduction in water losses. He pointed out that while PE 100 pipe is a wonderful material for laying long lengths of pipe, PE 100 fittings give problems due to the same characteristics that make it wonderful to lay; the solution lies in definition and selection of fittings. He elaborated on solutions proposed by Reinert-Ritz – special flanges for PE to metal connections and HP flanges for PE to PE or metal connections. Hutching’s presentation, in two parts, can be viewed at the summit website.

Reda Ashkar’s presentation underlined the importance of tackling leaks at installation stage itself; however installation, as Ashkar went on to elaborate, comprises of inspection pipe delivery, pipe storage and handling, pile laying, alignment, preparation for welding, the welding process itself, documentation and pressure test. He also exposed the ‘realities’ at the construction sites exhibiting photos taken on-site, adding that such errors will only portend and compound future leakage problems. The conclusion: Preventive action based on training is a cost effective alternative to the corrective action mentality that prevails today. The entire presentation, in three parts, is available for viewing at the summit website.

The Leakage Experts

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Water loss reduction through pressure management

Introduction to DHI’s holistic approach to NRW management

SINGER VALVESDHI

BRAD CLARKE MORTEN KJOLBY

Brad Clarke cited three points to drive the fact that not enough us being done to save water through pressure management - many water utilities worldwide are currently over pressuring their infrastructure; most water utilities do not fully understand the magnitude of their water losses unless they have done a complete water audit and lastly, a mere one per cent reduction in pressure will result in an approximate savings of lost water of 1.15%. He cited a study which looked at 112 systems - mains and/or service lines - in 10 countries which concluded that a 33% reduction on maximum pressure resulted in a 50% reduction in new pipe breaks. To learn more on Singer Valves’ range of products and solutions, view Clarke’s presentation on the leakage summit website.

Morten Kjølby spoke on the benefits of holistic approach to Non-Revenue Water (NRW) management developed by DHI and the benefits thereof. He pointed out that there is a direct link between optimum level of water losses and economically sustainable pipe network rehabilitation. DHI’s holistic approach to provide the Decision Support System (DSS) addressing NRW and leakage management includes GIS, SCADA, Metering and monitoring, Leak detection, Hydraulic models, Statistical and geographical analysis tools, Economical – financial model and Network rehabilitation. To understand how DHI’s approach yielded success in the Czech Republic and Malaysia, view Kjølby presentation online.

The Leakage Experts

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Rehabilitation to reduce leakage levels and extend pipeline lifeProtecting your Assets

BOROUGEKRYTON INTERNATIONAL

ANDREW WEDGNERFADI FARHAT

Andrew Wedgner spoke on why renovate pipelines, different renovation techniques available followed by renovation of pipelines using polyethylene pipes and liners and using High Stress Crack Resistant PE100 grade for pipes and liners. He pointed out that pipe renovation can be thought of as another form of leakage management because eventually the system operator gets to a point where the cost of water loss, frequent leakage detection and repair works justifies the replacement or renovation of a pipeline. ISO 11295, he noted, provides a guide to the different lining techniques and can be used by end-users to navigate the ‘minefield of different descriptions and buzz words’ used by specialist companies to differentiate themselves from competitors. To learn more, view the presentation online.

Fadi Farhat’s presentation examined leakage issues in the context of concrete structures. He dwelled on the crystalline water proofing technology and its advantage over conventional water proofing techniques. Kryton’s Krystol technology is a blend of reactive chemicals that fill the capillary pores and micro-cracks of the concrete with millions of long, slender crystals resulting in impermeable concrete. Farhat’s presentation is available for viewing on the summit website.

The Leakage Experts

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Service pipe register: Bringing visibility to two million

customer assetsContract for leakage in Riyadh

MWHAQUALIA

JOE DALTONADOLFO CUESTA

Joe Dalton’s presentation looked at how the creation of a customer asset (service pipes) register can contribute to improved network management and better tackle water leakage issues. He pointed out that customer supply pipes constitute 30-40% of network and affect customer service directly. With an asset register, it is possible to understand how susceptible these pipes are to ground movements and loadings, for example. Other benefits include figuring out supply pipes and service risks, pipe condition and leak losses and successfully deploying advanced leak localisation/ leak finder models. Dalton’s presentation is available online at the summit website

Adolfo Cuesta spoke on the progress of the contract awarded by Saudi Arabia’s National Water Company (NWC) to aqualia for water network leakage management in Riyadh. The project aims at a significant reduction of leakage in a sector comprising nearly 7,000 kilometres of pipeline network. The scope of the contract includes survey and update of the drinking water network in GIS format, checking the performance of customers’ meters and replace non working ones, design and implement DMAs, calculate rate of loss and detect and repair leaks. The presentation is available for download at the leakage summit website.

The Leakage Experts

EDITOR’S NOTE At the Sidelines

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Current transformers are used for measurement and protection purposes. They

establish galvanic isolation between the high voltage of the power system and the low-voltage secondary technology while converting relatively high currents into low, safe and reliably measurable variables. These transformers often contain an iron core. If the test engineer is familiar with the properties and behaviour of the core, it will help him assess the performance of the transformer when in use.

When currents are being transformed, losses occur in a current transformer, which are primarily influenced by its core. If this behaviour is considered based on an equivalent

The CT Analyser from OMICRON enables simple analysis of the iron core and time-saving testing of the transformer’s behaviour under various operating conditions.

circuit diagram, losses of this nature can be depicted using a non-linear component (ZE) connected in parallel (Figure 1).

The magnetising current flows via this component. If this is plotted across the operating range, one gets the magnetisation curve. The flux density (B) and the magnetic force (H), generated from the primary current,

Efficient testing of current transformers

Figure 1: Equivalent circuit diagram of a current transformer.

are represented in a diagram (B-H characteristic curve). The shaded area represents the hysteresis losses, which correspond to the energy converted to heat in the core (Figure 2).

The magnetisation curve intersects at the turning point of the hysteresis loop and is often specified by the manufacturer of the current transformer.

SpotlightOMICRON

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Spotlight

Conventional transformer testing: Working with high voltagesWhen testing the current transformer’s core, the magnetisation curve is determined in order to assess the transformer’s behaviour. In the conventional approach, an excitation voltage with nominal frequency is applied to the secondary side, while the current transformer is open on the primary side. As the voltage is increased, the flux density (B) rises and ultimately reaches core saturation. High test voltages (> 600 V) often need to be applied. These voltages are far above the voltage limits which are considered to be safe, making such tests extremely hazardous for test engineers.

Innovative testing: CT AnalyserHigh test voltages can be avoided by using the CT Analyser from OMICRON. The maximum voltage applied by this device is 120 V. If the transformer is not magnetically saturated after applying this voltage, the frequency gets reduced in order to increase the flux density while maintaining the voltage. Once the tests are completed, the core is automatically demagnetised to remove any remanence. Using this innovative approach, a level of saturation can be achieved that corresponds to a theoretically applied excitation voltage of up to 30,000 V without the actual voltage ever exceeding 120 V.

Innovative testing: A maximum applied voltage of 120 V. The

frequency will be reduced if the transformer is still not

magnetically saturated.

Conventional testing: An increase in the excitation

voltage is applied to the secondary side, often at

values above voltage limits that are considered safe.

Figure 2: Hysteresis loop. The enclosed area

represents the hysteresis losses.

When currents are being

transformed, losses occur in a current transformer

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Advantages for the test engineerThe CT Analyser offers many advantages to its users. Of particular importance is the inherent safety of the process which results from a maximum testing voltage of 120V. It is easy to transport, as it is very compact and weighs just 8 kg. As the device only needs to apply a relatively low output, it has been possible to drastically reduce its weight and dimensions when compared with conventional testing equipment. Using the CT Analyser also offers increased protection for the current transformer itself, as accidental errors on the part of the test engineer, such as increasing the voltage too quickly, are prevented, eliminating the risk of damage to the core or shorted windings due to flashovers.

Precise modellingThe CT Analyser also measures other parameters, such as eddy current losses, core ratio and winding resistance and hence it is capable of producing a precise model of the current transformer. The transformer’s parameters, specified in line with international standards such as IEC 60044-1, IEC 60044-6 or IEEE C57.13, can be both calculated and evaluated. The CT Analyser is provided with regular software updates which allow it to maintain compatibility with industry changes.

Time-consuming and costly conventional testing For protective applications, the saturation point is a key factor when dimensioning current transformers. It must be high enough to ensure that the current transformer is capable of transforming the currents flowing on the primary side to the secondary with sufficient precision in the event of a system fault which is the only way to secure a correct protective relay response. Although nominal specifications are in place for this, in practice it is generally not possible to assess whether a current transformer

• Highest measurement accuracy: Its extremely high accuracy (typi-cally 0.02 % / 1‘) allows the testing of current transformers up to the accuracy class 0.1• Very compact and lightweight (< 8 kg): Easy to transport and ideal for on-site testing• Automatic evaluation in line with IEC and IEEE standards• Shorter commissioning times: The automatic test generally takes less than 1 minute• Excellent workplace safety: Testing with maximum voltages of just 120V• Integration into testing routines using Remote Interface Control• Automatic demagnetisation of the transformer after every test• Covers transformers with tran-sient behaviour (e.g. TPX, TPY, TPZ) and with knee point voltages up to 30 kV

is capable of complying with the class stated on its name plate (example, 5P20).

If the current transformer is being used for measurement purposes, the accuracy of the specified primary nominal current is the most important parameter. The current transformer must be capable of maintaining its minimum accuracy in terms of measured current error and phase displacement up to the rated secondary load stated which, if not the case, will lead to billing errors. Conventional testing of current transformers is a very time-consuming process, usually requiring the transformer to be transported to a laboratory or workshop, as the testing procedure requires extensive test equipment, including an external load.

CT Analyser: Simple, time-saving and extremely accurate measurementsThe CT Analyser allows reliable and precise evaluation of current transformers. Testing is performed on-site and without the need for external loads. The measured current error and phase displacement are determined for all requisite test points, and the typical time necessary for testing is less than one minute. Independent metrological laboratories have confirmed that the CT Analyser is capable of precise current transformer testing up to the accuracy class of 0.1—corresponding to the highest specification defined in the IEC and IEEE standards.

For protective applications, the saturation point is a key factor when dimensioning current transformers.

- CT Analyser -

SpotlightOMICRON

Figure 3: B-H characteristic curve:

The CT Analyser achieves increased

flux density through a reduction of

the test voltage frequency.

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Market Report

Switchgear is a vital component of any substation. Its primary role is clearing fault currents

and allowing vital electrical equipment like transformers to be isolated. With rampant rise in power consumption and constant expansion in electricity networks, there has been substantial demand in recent years for both high voltage (HV) and medium voltage (MV) switchgears in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Investment in the GCC switchgear sector is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over six per cent in next five years, till 2016.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is expected to lead the way with almost 49% of total investments, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar following significantly behind with approximately 18% and 16% of envisaged investments, respectively.

This increased investment is due to aggressive expansion in the power sector, industrialisation, and diversification plans of the GCC economies that are being realised. Investments in power generation capacity addition, along with subsequent expansion of transmission networks, are expected to be prominent drivers for high voltage switchgear market. Rising demand from distribution network expansion,

industrial units, increased housing and infrastructure development are expected to be drivers for the medium voltage switchgear segment.

Frost & Sullivan expects energy-efficiency trends and emergence of smart grids, along with a combination of hybrid sub-station (conventional air insulated and gas insulated sub-station), to facilitate growth in the high voltage switchgear segment. The medium voltage switchgear segment is also expected to witness incorporation of more automated systems, electronic components for advanced communication systems, and better monitoring.

Frost & Sullivan analysts anticipate increase in switchgear demand to emanate predominantly from planned infrastructure and construction projects, especially in Qatar and Saudi Arabia. Chart 1 illustrates the revenue forecast in the GCC switchgear market till 2016.

Drivers Increased demand of power from both residential and industrial segments is one of the foremost factors contributing towards increasing future investments in the GCC’s high and medium voltage -switchgear markets. There are certain additional factors supplementing this need for

Geared upfor growthInfrastructure and construction projects will drive switchgear demand in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE, says Frost & Sullivan.

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investment, including continued expansion of the oil and gas sector, infrastructure development, and interlinking of electricity grids for un-interrupted power supply.

ChallengesWhile growth in the switchgear sector is inevitable, what is of concern is that the GCC is expected to face delay in what is now a global movement towards smart grids, which could result in sub-optimal or inappropriate growth.

Increasing competition, which has led to narrowing of profit margins mainly due to the recent financial crisis and fall of oil prices, has been a critical impediment in the GCC switchgear sector.

Switchgear manufacturers have been willing to lower average prices in order to win the scantily available orders, thus compromising on profit margins. This has resulted in slow growth of switchgear market.

There has been a slump in the construction sector mainly in high-growth cities like Dubai. Even though the GCC switchgear market has more or less recovered from effects of the economic crisis, complete speed-up of activities to earlier levels is likely to take place only after 2012.

Furthermore, what exacerbates the situation is absence of local participants. The GCC switchgear market has witnessed healthy competition from

relatively new foreign players; however, there are no local manufacturers, particularly for high voltage switchgear. This results in dominance of large international participants, allowing them to govern the market. Imports from other countries result in increased product cost.

The recent political instability in the Middle East, coupled with fluctuating demand across utility segments and associated socio-political risks have affected capital investments from private sector entities in the GCC states.

Opportunities•All the GCC countries have ambitious growth projects underway or in planning stages. Such projects are likely to power growth of electrical equipment as well. Saudi Arabia holds major share of investments in the GCC and has many upcoming mega projects like the USD 100 billion King Abdullah City of Atomic and Renewable Energy, construction of which will commence by 2013.•Qatar has plans to build at least eight power and water facilities including the USD 3 billion Qatar Facility Power Project. The UAE is also slated to be one of the most attractive markets in power, water, and energy sectors in the long run with projects like the upcoming USD 20 billion Nuclear power Plant in Abu Dhabi.•A strategic shift in the way power

sector operates is expected in the long term. This would pave the way for GCC-wide privatisation of power generation and some sections of transmission and distribution (T&D). Emerging policies and plans indicate that Oman, the KSA, and the UAE will lead the way towards privatisation, with the other countries expected to follow close behind.

ConclusionAccording to Frost & Sullivan, rapid population growth in most major cities, rising infrastructure requirements and high availability of oil and gas is expected to drive the switchgear market in the GCC. The GCC countries are planning to invest heavily in the power sector, of which a large chunk is estimated to be used in the T&D sector for new developments and up-gradation of existing infrastructure. The KSA, the UAE, and Qatar are forecast to be key focus markets due to their growth potential and good prospects with respect to quantum of business. Since transmission voltages are expected to increase, demand for gas insulated switchgear of higher voltages is also expected to rise in the GCC.

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Switchgear manufacturers have been willing to lower average prices in order to win the scantily available orders.

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Tenders & Projects

SPR2553-UMirfa IWPP ProjectAbu DhabiName : Abu Dhabi Water & Elec-tricity Authority (ADWEA)Address : ADWEA Building, Al-Falah StreetCity : Abu Dhabi Postal/Zip Code : 6120Country : United Arab EmiratesTel: (+971-2) 627 1300 / 694 3333Fax: (+971-2) 626 7725 / 626 6089Website: http://www.adwea.gov.aeBuild-Own-Operate (BOO) con-tract for the design and execu-tion of an independent water and power plant (IWPP) in Mirfa.2015 New TenderThis project is in Abu Dhabi. It is understood that the scheme has been granted approval to be built on a build-own-operate (BOO) basis. It will comprise construction of combined cycle power plant generating 1,000 to 1,100 MW, in addition to installation of four gas turbines of 400 MW and installation of 30 MGD desalination unit and sale of three desalination units of 23 MGD capacity. Upon commenc-ing operation, plant will produce 400 MW in 2014 and will add another 1,000-1,200 MW in 2015. Winning bidder will take a 40% stake in a special purpose vehicle (SPV) for the IWPP and client will hold a 60% stake in the scheme. The scheme will com-prise several parts. Developer will own, finance, construct, op-erate and maintain a green field power plant with a net capacity of 1,000-1,250 MW together with a 30 million g/d reverse osmosis desalination plant. It is due for completion by March 31, 2016. Developer will install four PG9171E open-cycle gas turbines package from the US’ GE, each with a capacity of about 100 MW. Most of the power is expected

to be commissioned by sum-mer 2015. US’ law firm White & Case and Germany’s Fichtner are advising on this scheme. Client has invited bids for the scheme and given potential developers option to finance the scheme with short-term debt for the first time. According to request for proposals (RFP) bidders, can propose to finance the scheme either through 23-year debt or opt to use seven years financing that would be refinanced, a struc-ture known as a mini-perm. Each consortium is allowed to propose one bid and have to choose whether to use long-term fund-ing, a mini-perm or combining two. Deadline to submit bids will be in February 2013. Fichtner Consulting Engineers (Abu Dhabi)HSBC Bank Middle East Limited (Abu Dhabi)White & Case LLP (USA)Power Plants & Alternative EnergyIndependent Water & Power Plants (IWPP)

MPP1965-SAShuqaiq Oil-fired Power Plant ProjectSaudi ArabiaName : Saudi Electricity Com-pany - Western Region (Saudi Arabia)City : Jeddah 21430 Postal/Zip Code : 9299Country : Saudi ArabiaTel: (+966-2) 650 0005Fax: (+966-2) 653 4139Website: http://www.se.com.saEngineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract to build an oil-fired power plant in Shuqaiq with capacity of 2,600 MW.600,000,000 Dec 2014 New Tender This project is in Saudi Arabia. The super-critical fuel oil plant

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will be fitted with sulphur remov-ing technology. It is understood that bids submission deadline for the main contract has been extend-ed until November 14, 2012. An award is expected in the second half of 2013. Project completion is anticipated in December 2014. Power Plants & Alternative EnergyPower Generation Plants

MPP2612-SAAbqaiq, Hawiyah & Ras Tanura Electricity & Steam Plants ProjectSaudi ArabiaName : Saudi Arabian Oil Com-pany (Saudi Aramco)Address : Saeed Tower, Dam-mam-Khobar HighwayCity : Al Khobar 31952 Postal/Zip Code : 151Country : Saudi ArabiaTel: (+966-3) 872 0115 / 810 6999Fax: (+966-3) 873 8190Website: http://www.saudiara-mco.comBuild-own-operate-transfer (BOOT) contract for the con-struction of three greenfield gas-fired steam plants with capacity of 770 MW of power and 2.95-million pounds an hour in Abqaiq, Hawiyah and Ras Tanura.2016 New Tender This project is at Eastern Prov-ince in Saudi Arabia. The facili-ties are likely to have following capacities: Abqaiq – 320 MW and 1,2000 thousand pounds an hour,Hawiyah - 130 MW and 550 thousand pounds an hour, andRas Tanura - 320 MW and thou-sand pounds an hour.Each of the projects will convert fuel gas and feed water provided by client into electricity and steam for sale under an energy conversion agreement. The se-lected developer will be required

to construct the projects to meet the following commercial opera-tion dates: Hawiyah in November 2015, Abqaiq in January 2016 and Ras Tanura in March 2016. It is understood that the client has extended the tender submission deadline until December 11, 2012 on this scheme. Bidders include Saudi Arabia’s Acwa Power; UK/France’s IP-GDF; Japan’s Marubeni; Saudi Arabia’s Saudi Oger with Malaysia’s Powertek Berhad and Singapore’s Sembcorp. Fichtner Gmbh & Co. KG (Ger-many)HSBC Ltd. (Saudi Arabia)White & Case LLP (USA)Power Plants & Alternative EnergyPower Generation Plants

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ZPR588-SARabigh IPP - Phase 2Saudi ArabiaName : Saudi Electricity Com-pany - Central Region (Saudi Arabia)Address : Burj Al Faisaliyah Bldg., Floor 22, King Fahad RoadCity : Riyadh 11416 Postal/Zip Code : 22955Country : Saudi ArabiaTel: (+966-1) 461 9030 / 461 9009Fax: (+966-1) 403 2222e-mail : [email protected]: http://www.se.com.saBuild-Own-Operate (BOO) contract for the construction of an independent power project (IPP) with capacity of 1,700 MW at Rabigh - Phase 2.01/04/2017Current Project This project is in Makkah region. It aims at meeting the increas-ing demand for power in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia. Besides the power plant, the developer will also construct seawater intake and outfall structure, fuel facilities including

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storage and disposal facilities. Winning bidder will design, finance, construct, commission, test, own and maintain the IPP. It will take 50% stake in the project company while the client will own remaining 50%. Client has received five bids for the BOO contract on this scheme. A con-sortium of UAE’s Abu Dhabi Na-tional Energy Company (Taqa) and Qatar’s Qatar Electricity & Water Company has submitted the lowest bid to build 1,700 MW plant of 7.42 hals a kilowatt (hals/kwr). Local ACWA Power with Mena Infrastructure Fund and South Korea’s Samsung C&T has

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submitted the second lowest bid of 8.81 hals/kwr. Other bidders include UK/French’s IP-GDF Suez; Japan’s Marubeni Corpora-tion and South Korea’s Korea Electric Power Company (KEP-CO). Construction of plant and associated facilities is scheduled to begin by the end of March 2013, with operation expected on April 01, 2017. Citigroup (US)Fichtner Consulting Engineers (Saudi Arabia)Power Plants & Alternative EnergyIndependent Power Plants (IPP)

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The world’s first combustion gas turbine for generating electricity - a simple-cycle gas

turbine - was designed and construct-ed by Brown Boveri & Cie (BBC) in Baden, Switzerland, and installed in 1939 in the municipal power station in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.

Presented to a fascinated world au-dience at the Zurich national exhibi-tion in 1939, the plant with an output of four megawatts served as an emer-gency power supply for the town of Neuchâtel from 1939 until 2002.

In 2005, ALSTOM, the successor company to Brown Boveri decided to preserve and restore the landmark. ALSTOM acquired the landmark from the owner, Service Industriels de la Ville de Neuchâtel, relocated it to its factory in Birr, Switzerland, re-stored it and put in on public display in a building especially built to house and preserve the landmark.

GT NEUCHÂTEL FAST FACTSYear of construction 1939Speed 3,000 rpmCompression factor 4.4Gas inlet temperature 537°COutput 4 MWEfficiency 17.4%Year of closing down 2002Years in Operation 63Number of starts 1908

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In 1988 the ASME International (American Society of Mechanical En-gineers) designated the GT Neuchâtel a Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmark status reserved for mile-stones of outstanding technical devel-opment. In 2007, ASME re-designated the landmark status of GT Neuchâtel to Alstom.SOURCE: ALSTOM, ASME

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