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FEATURES:
COAL ASH HANDLING
A New Technology for Bottom Ash Conversion Emerges
Operators of coal-fired power plants have been studying new ways to handle
their boiler bottom ash, in order to comply with environmental regulations.
Mechanical drag systems may meet requirements, but a grinder-conveyor design
could be a more effective, and less costly, option.
CONNECTED PLANT
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Empowering Data to Efficiently Build the Connected Grid of the Future 36
The changing landscape of power generation includes a continuing move toward
decentralization and digitization. Data is a powerful tool, supporting the
growth of the Industrial Internet of Things. Networks are evolving, and autonomous
systems are becoming the norm in the energy space.
COAL
Removing Asbestos and Regulated Materials Key to
Power Plant Decommissioning
The process of decommissioning coal-fired power plants is a common occurrence
as more and more units are retired worldwide. Remediating or redeveloping
these sites is a complicated, challenging task, but the success of several
projects is proving how the job can be done with great success.
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BUSINESS
How Remote Operation Centers Can Help Companies Transition Web
Given the complexity of evolving power systems, utilities need the capability
to make informed, accurate operating decisions. To help companies meet their
business and profitability objectives, Honeywell has remote operation center
capability, allowing it to provide expertise, skills, and technology capabilities
that customers may not have internally. (Visit powermag.com and search " Remote
Operation Centers " for this online-only exclusive!)
SHOW PREVIEW
Distributed Energy Conference
The Distributed Energy Conference is the power generation industry's foremost
event about distributed generation, bringing together utility-scale electricity
providers with power generators utilizing distributed energy resources,
including commercial and industrial facilities, cooperatives, and private enterprise.
The conference will be held Oct. 30-Nov.1, 2019, in Denver, Colorado. A
sampling of the exhibitors is highlighted in this preview.
COMMENTARY
Hurricane Dorian Provides Real-Life Test of
Upgraded Storm Systems
By Aaron Zahn, JEA
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