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TECHNOLOGY
Employee Location Monitoring in a Post-Pandemic World
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Power plant managers continue to address the challenges of the COVID-19
pandemic. Technology to keep workers safe, and keep plants operating
smoothly, is available and its use is providing a host of benefits.
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
Getting Ahead of Costly Heat Exchanger Failures in the
Power Generation Industry
Keeping heat exchangers in top condition is critical for thermal power plants
to maintain top performance. There are several steps that plant operators can
take to keep exchangers properly maintained, to reduce and avoid downtime,
increase efficiency, and keep costs in line.
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CARBON CAPTURE
Leveraging the Latest Carbon Capture, Utilization, and
Storage Technologies to Transform Emissions into Profit
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is supporting several large-scale carbon
capture, utilization, and storage pilot and demonstration projects, as the DOE
looks to prove these technologies can succeed at commercial scale.
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Planning and Execution Standards and Best Practices
Knowing the best ways to conduct testing and maintenance of critical infrastructure
is crucial for peak power plant performance. Industry experts
provide tips on how to keep systems running smoothly, while adhering to
standards and regulations.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Impacts of Bromide Discharges on Downstream Water Supplies Web
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Until recently, there was only a minimal acknowledgement in U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency regulations of the cross-media and cross-statute
concern of bromide discharges from coal power plants to downstream drinking
water facilities. There are impacts, however, and this article touches on the
effects and what can be done to mitigate the problems. (Visit powermag.com
and search " Bromide Discharges " to read this online-only exclusive.)
EQUIPMENT SHOWCASE
Miscellaneous Equipment
The equipment showcase section includes products from a variety of vendors
that serve the power generation industry. A variety of components are featured
this month including pumps, valves, analyzers, and a laser measuring
system.
COMMENTARY
Breaking Barriers: Inspiring Women in Engineering Jobs
By Michelle Malcolm-Francis, OACETT
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