The positive experience of the Godawari 50+MW plant proves the reliability of Aalborg CSP’s SGS3 steam generation technology, which has been delivering on performance promises since the project started.

The Godawari 50+MWe project is the first CSP plant to be fully operational within Phase I of the Indian Government's National Solar Mission. Since the plant went online in June 2013, it has been producing 10 megawatts more than its planned capacity of 50MWe.

The plant benefits from the third optimized edition of Aalborg CSP's solar steam generator, the SGS3 technology. The Godawari plant has recently confirmed an excellent performance track record for the system that produces superheated steam at 385°C at 104 barg.

One year of performance data showcases flawless and reliable operational standards, while meeting the expected steam production targets. The installed system has not required any maintenance since its commissioning, which was one of Godawari Green Energy Limited’s key requirements.

“When choosing the Aalborg CSP steam generation system, the decisive factor was its header and coil design, which provides our plant with very high reliability, high gradient performance and zero maintenance, a key issue seen in previous CSP installations,” said Mr. JP Tiwari, Director of Godawari.

Internationally recognized technology

The SGS3 systems are developed based on traditional boiler principles (ASME and EN standard), not as heat exchangers (TEMA standard). They are therefore 100% welded header and coil type with up to 4.5mm thick tubes. The SGS3 technology eliminates leakages, avoiding unnecessary maintenance and system downtime. It ensures a fast start-up and increases daily revenue accordingly.

Furthermore, it guarantees a low pressure drop of 1-2 bar on the heat transfer fluid (HTF) side and reduces parasitic losses as a result. These main design elements together reduce operation and maintenance costs and lower the system’s CAPEX.

Because of these optimized features, Aalborg CSP won the CSP Today India Technology and Supplier Award in 2013. After a year of proven reliability, the CSP industry has trusted the SGS3 design and, for the second time in a row, Aalborg CSP has been selected as Award Finalist for the Indiasol Technology and Supplier Award 2014.

Visit us at the INDIASOL 2014

On 8-9 October 2014, Aalborg CSP will be attending the Indiasol 2014 Conference, held in New Delhi, India. All visitors are invited to stop by our booth (number 2) and meeting Aalborg’s CEO, Svante Bundgaard, and Area Sales Manager, Jens Taggart Pelle.

As global event sponsors, we are entitled to offer our colleagues and clients an exclusive $150 discount on the admission fee. If you haven't already purchased your ticket, please use the following discount code: AAL150INS when making the booking:
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Jelica Matoricz
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Anne Kvist
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About Aalborg CSP A/S

Aalborg CSP A/S is a world leader in CSP boiler systems and technologies.
Our globally recognized solutions are based on 25 years of experience with traditional steam boilers uniquely adapted to the CSP industry. We design and deliver steam generation systems, molten salt and steam tower receivers, industrial solar boilers and integrated CSP energy systems that combine heat and electricity production as well as water desalination. Aalborg CSP has supplied to CSP Plants contributing to more than 330MWe worldwide.
Our engineering design is centred on a value-adding concept to perform beyond standard specifications. The Aalborg CSP solutions aim to provide high bankability potential as a benefit of excellent and reliable performance. Our world-class project management expertise ensures delivery reliable on quality, budget and deadline commitments.
Headquartered in Aalborg (Denmark) and with sales & service offices in Spain, US, Kenya, Uganda and Indonesia, Aalborg CSP has realized cost effective thermal energy solutions to a variety of industries worldwide.
For more information visit: www.AalborgCSP.com