Inlet icing can occur on LM series turbines at temperatures less than 40 F° (4.4 C˚) and humidity greater than 65%. Ice formation can lead to restrictions in the inlet system resulting in possible damage to package and turbine equipment.
Anti-icing system prevents ice related internal damage to engine blades, reducing turbine downtime and repair times.
Anti-Icing system controls are automated to run only when ice is detected.
Increased efficiencies and power outputs.
How we get you there
Waste heat from the combustion inlet air is used to heat the inlet air by 10 to 40 F° above ambient temperature, preventing icing.
The waste heat recovery system is a skid placed alongside the turbine, consisting of:
Pump system using a closed loop of glycol-water
Chilling coils
Air-filter house
Heat exchanger connected to the combustion inlet air waste heat recovery unit (WHRU)
Control logic allows system to be idle if icing is not present and to activate when icing detected. There are 4 total states: idle, anti-icing, air-purge, and full purge.
Contact us
Contact us for a quote on our anti-icing system upgrade.