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The Project

Cathaleen’s Fall is a critical asset in the ESB’s hydroelectric power generation portfolio. The station provides key benefits to Ireland’s electricity infrastructure, including a black start capability, flexible cover for increased renewable penetration and low marginal cost and carbon free electricity generation.

 

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Our Approach

  • The Challenge

    Initially put into operation in 1951, both units required significant investment to enable ESB International to capitalise on the available natural resource to provide customers with renewable power.

  • The Solution

    Full project management on the refurbishment of two Kaplan turbine generating units, including all Balance of Plant (BOP). Document preparation, procurement and EPC contract supervision for the design, supply, installation and commissioning of replacement generators and turbine refurbishment.

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The Results

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  • Installed new generator stator and overhauled existing rotor and poles
  • Refurbishment of Kaplan Turbines 
  • Installation of new AVR and ​digital ​governor
  • New automated control system allowing monitoring of the complete plan 

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Contact Us

Dublin Office

Address
ESB International,
One Dublin Airport Central,
Dublin Airport Cloghran,
Co Dublin,
K67XF72
Phone +353 1 703 8000 +353 1 703 8000

Bahrain Office

Address
ESB International Office 1002,
Building 655 Road 3614,
Block 436,
Seef Area,
Bahrain
Phone +973 1770 8118 +973 1770 8118

Oman Office

Address
ESB International Office 206,
2nd Floor, Holiday Inn Al,
Mazoon Street South Al,
Mawaleh, Muscat P.O. Box,
P.C 118 Sultanate of Oman
Phone +973 1770 8118 +973 1770 8118