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December 14, 2022

Low Voltage drives Modernization and Upgrades

Incorporate latest technology into your existing assets

Low Voltage drives Modernization and Upgrades

Incorporate latest technology into your existing assets

Low Voltage drives Modernization and Upgrades

Incorporate latest technology into your existing assets

  • Experts that fully understand your industry will match our drive features to your specific requirements
  • Improved reliability and serviceability
  • Replacement of all obsolete parts by GE new standard hardware
  • Consistent and cost-effective project execution from start to finish
  • Phased upgrades that fit your operating budget
  • Improved process controls resulting in lower operating costs

MV3000 converter cooling system mini-upgrades

MV3000 converter cooling system mini-upgrades

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GD2000 and GD3000 drives upgrade

GD2000 and GD3000 drives upgrade

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Mini upgrades for ProWind converters

Improved reliability through technological improvements

Technological innovation and improvements are an integral part of new feature introduction of GE Electrification products.

We support our customers with modernization and retrofit programs which are a proven and reliable solution for liquid cooled converters.

Mini upgrades for ProWind converters

Mini upgrades for ProWind converters

Improved reliability through technological improvements

Technological innovation and improvements are an integral part of new feature introduction of GE Electrification products.

We support our customers with modernization and retrofit programs which are a proven and reliable solution for liquid cooled converters.

Wind Turbine Protection

Legacy Doubly Fed Induction Generators (DFIG) type wind turbines equipped with GE Vernova’s ProWind converter systems generate energy to power millions of homes. ProWind frequency converters up to 3.4 MW operate at variable speed so that energy can be obtained over a wide range of wind strengths. In the event of a fault being detected, the ProWind converter system triggers the release of the appropriate main circuit breaker.

To improve converter security and avoid failure of the main circuit breaker due to heavy duty cycles, we offer an upgrade kit and the software modification for your ProWind converters.

Addition of stator line contactors reduces the need of de-energizing and releasing the DFIG main circuit breaker. The contactors ensure that the main circuit breaker will only be released in case of emergencies or a request over a Wind Turbine Plant (WTP) operating system, thereby switching is avoided and protected by the stator line contactor alone. It reduces the amount of switching cycles and greatly extends the useful life of the Main Circuit Breaker (MCB).

  • Cost effective stator contactor upgrade kits.
  • No change in the existing footprint of the power cubicle.
  • Fully tested and certified solution for installation in legacy wind turbines.
  • Functional safety with quick and easy assembly and disassembly.
  • Offers the possibility to exchange power stacks easily by unscrewing tubing nut instead of removing the entire tubing.
  • Preventive exchange saves high repair costs in case of tube aging.

GE Vernova offers a bespoke hose retrofit solution specific to your liquid cooled converters.

GE Vernova recommends the replacement of legacy hose systems installed in your liquid cooled converters with the 24°cone connectors comprising of O-ring seal cone and the self-grip nitrile hose system. The new sealing system provides excellent sealing action and long life.

To maintain a safe working environment, GE Vernova recommends exchange of hoses every 6 years, ensuring compliance to Environment, health and safety regulations.

Gem Micro DC drives upgrade

Economical solution for extending the lifespan of your drives

At GE, we support our customers with upgrade programs to keep your system up-to-date with the latest advancement in drive technologies, without undertaking a full-blown replacement.

Gem Micro DC drives upgrade

Economical solution for extending the lifespan of your drives

Gem Micro DC drives upgrade

Economical solution for extending the lifespan of your drives

At GE, we support our customers with upgrade programs to keep your system up-to-date with the latest advancement in drive technologies, without undertaking a full-blown replacement.

PECe is a compact, powerful, rugged and cost-effective controller that helps the existing drive systems to meet stringent production demands.

Enhancing the operational flexibility: Our Low-risk upgrade approach not only simplifies the system but adds flexibility for any future enhancements.

Reliable & cost-effective upgrade: At GE Vernova we understand that the main expenditure of an upgrade are the costs of code conversion, an extensive test and the risks associated with any upgrade if carried out. With the new upgrade solution, drive software can be imported into the new controller with comments.

Advanced diagnostics: GE Vernova's advanced diagnostic capabilities offer insights into your equipment and enable you better follow up drive behaviour by measuring and analysing the condition of your drives on-site.

Remote monitoring & support: Our Visor Remote Monitoring and Diagnostic Solutions provide safe and secure access through the Visor Service Portal, enabling secure and real-time remote access 24/7 to log an outage/event.

  • Increased reliability, performance and maintainability
  • Easy availability of spare parts
  • Improved drive control capabilities
  • Cost-effective and reliable upgrade path

 

Obsolete GD2000, GD3000, GD4000 drives upgrade

Cost effective solution to extend life of your drives

At GE Our experts fully understand your business needs and match drive features to meet your specific requirements to replace your existing GD2000 and GD3000 legacy drives with LV7000.

Obsolete GD2000 and GD3000 drives upgrade

Cost effective solution to extend life of your drives

Obsolete GD2000, GD3000, GD4000 drives upgrade

Cost effective solution to extend life of your drives

At GE Our experts fully understand your business needs and match drive features to meet your specific requirements to replace your existing GD2000 and GD3000 legacy drives with LV7000.

Our latest LV7000 drive system is a compact design, robust, highly versatile and an ideal choice for customers upgrading from legacy drives. It is widely used across a variety of market segments like metals, pulp & paper, conveyors, crane systems, coordinated process lines, mining & minerals, marine, winders & rewinders, etc.

  • Power range: Up to 2000 kW
  • Input voltage range: 380-500 VAC/525-690 VAC
  • Efficiency: >97% at full load
  • Suitable for Standard sensor less vector control and Closed loop flux vector control
  • Reliability: (MTBF) greater than 41,000 hours

  • Suitable for coordinated-drive and complex control applications
  • Software and hardware modularity
  • Suitable for multi-motors applications
  • Fault free communication protocols