Queensland energy generator Stanwell has commenced its $70 million planned major unit overhaul at Tarong North Power Station, which is expected to run until early July.
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Stanwell general manager southern generation Mick Joy said planned unit overhauls were a critical part of Stanwell’s year-round comprehensive maintenance program.
“The work we complete during an overhaul ensures our power stations are kept in good condition so they can continue to provide safe, reliable and affordable electricity to our customers, Queensland and the National Electricity Market,” he said.
Tarong North Power Station is one of Australia’s most efficient power stations, and is part of a complex that supplies approximately 20% of Queensland’s energy needs, providing critical system strength, inertia and firming to the grid.
“It’s crucial we undertake a thorough maintenance schedule. Each unit undergoes a major overhaul every four years to keep them running optimally year-round,” Joy said.
“An overhaul is a big job and typically takes 12 months to plan before it even starts. Once the work kicks off it involves extensive inspection, maintenance, refurbishment and replacement of plant and equipment.”
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