Myra Falls Penstock Repairs
Myra Falls Penstock Repairs
Client: BBA
Project Location: Comox, BC
Keywords: Power Generation, Hydro, Detailed Design, Penstock, Construction Support, QA
Status: Completed
EnFlux Engineering Ltd. performed an inspection of the penstock at Myra Falls Generation Station. A defect at a nozzle was identified during the inspection. EnFlux determined the defect was a result of excessive deformation due to live loads on the nozzle attached to the penstock. EnFlux provided detailed instructions to repair the defect as well as recommended inspection and testing to verify the quality of the welded repair. Additionally, EnFlux prepared a Single Device Isolation Certification of Isolation for the headgate (For dewatering the penstock to perform the repairs).
Highlights
Preparation of the field repair procedure along with repair specifications,
Construction support and QA, and
Inspection of the isolation device and SDI certification.