Expertise for transformation
and dedusting systems

Topic Technology: Dedusting systems

For whom?

I support owners and operators of energy generation plants who need to adapt their dedusting systems to stricter emission limits. I can also help plant engineers and manufacturers of high-voltage supply systems or conditioning systems, for example, to supplement their specialist knowledge with process engineering expertise on electrostatic precipitators.

How?

Dedusting expert Michael Frank

I systematically analyse how process changes, peripheral system components and, of course, the condition and configuration of the electrostatic precipitator influence particle separation. The aim is to develop economically optimised solutions that guarantee operational reliability and are tailored to the specific requirements such as remaining service life, new operational requirements and other general conditions of your plant. A comprehensive description of my working methods can be found in a publication on a case study here. Depending on the scope and task at hand, I also utilise partners from my consulting network.

In which cases can I help operators of electrostatic precipitator systems?

Life time extension / Grid reserve

Actually, the system should have been shut down and replaced a long time ago – but budgets are being cancelled, investments are being postponed and so it becomes necessary for a (filter) system that has already reached the end of its technical life to continue working for a few more years. Particularly in the course of the energy transition, old power plants must remain available in the grid reserve for years to ensure security of supply.

Stricter emission limits

Continued operation yes – but only under further tightened emission requirements. Is this basically possible with the existing plant and, if so, what upgrading measures will achieve the goal?

Changed operating conditions

An increase in production output, greater operating flexibility, variable load requirements due to fluctuating feed-in of renewable energies into the grid, different fuels, etc. Everything has an influence on the separation efficiency of the electrostatic precipitator. I determine possible improvements and upgrades to the electrostatic precipitator system so that the permissible limit values can be safely complied with even under the new operating conditions.

General inventory/inspection in preparation for overhaul

My expertise lies in the procedural evaluation of electrostatic precipitator systems. However, if the preparation of an inspection also involves a professional assessment of the mechanical and electrotechnical substance of the system, I am happy to work together with an experienced specialist in mechanics who has already seen and inspected more electrostatic precipitators in his professional life than I would be able to, even if I were to live to be 100 years old…

Topic transformation

For whom?

Especially since my time as a power plant manager, I have been increasingly involved in transformation projects for operational process optimisation, occupational safety culture, digitalisation, organisational development and substantial restructuring projects, from successful turnarounds to plant closures.

This is why I now support owners and operators of power generation plants who want to introduce new processes and methods, further develop their occupational safety culture or plan transformations and restructurings and support their employees in the best possible way.

How?

Projects in the area of transformation and organisational development are often carried out by management consultancies, which is often not otherwise feasible given the scope of the measures. I am happy to contribute my experience as a complement to the team or as a neutral sparring partner for the client.

I am available for an initial contact and to discuss possible solutions together.

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