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Are there any good reasons to be concerned with the efficiency of your geothermal power plant?

Are there any good reasons to be concerned with the efficiency of your geothermal power plant?

by Frank Grotkopf | May 27, 2025 | Services, Tech Pub Library

Optimizing efficiency in geothermal power plants Efficiency optimization is vital at a geothermal power plant because it directly impacts energy output, operational cost, environmental footprint, and long-term sustainability. Unlike fossil fuel plants, geothermal...
Performance guarantees aren’t optional—and neither is the partner you choose to validate them

Performance guarantees aren’t optional—and neither is the partner you choose to validate them

by Frank Grotkopf | May 13, 2025 | Services, Tech Pub Library

EPCs, are you seeking to validate your power plant projects with precision and confidence? At McHale & Associates, Inc., we specialize in Independent ASME PTC-compliant performance testing for: Gas Turbines Steam Turbines Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs)...
Evaluating Performance: Why CTI ATC-105 Testing Matters

Evaluating Performance: Why CTI ATC-105 Testing Matters

by Frank Grotkopf | May 8, 2025 | Services, Tech Pub Library

The first step is to contact a CTI LTA like McHale. Once you provide basic information about your tower that includes: Air Inlet Dimensions Riser material, diameter and if Pitot taps are installed. Voltage and horsepower of the Fans The Primary Measurements for this...
Understanding the Dye Dilution Flow Measurement Technique

Understanding the Dye Dilution Flow Measurement Technique

by Frank Grotkopf | May 6, 2025 | Services, Tech Pub Library

Accurately measuring flow rate can often a be a daunting task when the flows are in large pipes, undefined conduits, or if the existing piping configuration prohibits accurate measurement using conventional flow measurement devices (Orifice, pitot, ultrasonic, etc.)....
Evaluating Your Heat Rejection Performance

Evaluating Your Heat Rejection Performance

by Frank Grotkopf | May 1, 2025 | Services, Tech Pub Library

Since 1995, McHale & Associates has been at the forefront of performance evaluation for power plant equipment, helping clients around the world maximize efficiency, reliability, and cost savings. Our expertise has only deepened over the years — and in 2006, McHale...
Capacity Confirmation in Solar PV: The Role of ASTM E2848

Capacity Confirmation in Solar PV: The Role of ASTM E2848

by Frank Grotkopf | Apr 29, 2025 | Services, Tech Pub Library

ASTM E2848 is a short-term capacity test standard used to verify that a PV system performs as expected under real-world conditions. Conducted over several clear-sky days, it collects high-frequency power and environmental data, filters out anomalies, and applies...
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