Pelton Prototype
WD Power received various requests for a low-cost Pelton turbine, that could be used to generate power. This prompted the development of a unit capable of generating 1.5 kW DC power for charging a battery bank. The design focus was…
Pratt and Whitney GG4C Gas Turbine Air starter unit
WD Power have been actively involved in the servicing and maintenance of Gas Turbine Generator units that are used as emergency power generation assets on the Gold Mines in South Africa, which have now become critical for operation due to…
Otter – Inline Hydro Turbine
The Challenge Design a turbine to fit into existing pipework that can operate with a back pressure. This configuration is ideal in a distribution pipeline, where excess pressure is available. Our goal is to design a low-cost inline unit that…
Bearing Design Exceeded Expectations
WD power was contracted to design a unique Hydro-Dynamic bearing for a Horizontal Kaplan Turbine main rotor bearing in 2013. The requirements were quite challenging due to the forces involved and the restricted space available to fit the bearing. The…
Pipe Turbine – Proof of Concept
WD Power started an experimental project in 2016. Various turbine and generator configuration options were investigated. The aim of the project is to develop a low cost inline pipe turbine. This unit must be able to fit in an existing…
Pipe Turbine – Proof of Concept
WD Power started an experimental project in 2016. Various turbine and generator configuration options were investigated. The aim of the project is to develop a low cost inline pipe turbine. This unit must be able to fit in an existing…
First Phase Installation completed at Kibali, Ambarau, power station.
First Phase Installation completed at Kibali, Ambarau, power station. WD Power has completed the first phase installation of two horizontal Kaplan turbines for the Kibali mine in the DRC. These turbines with an output of 5 MW each, were designed…
First Phase Installation completed at Kibali, Ambarau, power station.
First Phase Installation completed at Kibali, Ambarau, power station. WD Power has completed the first phase installation of two horizontal Kaplan turbines for the Kibali mine in the DRC. These turbines with an output of 5 MW each, were designed…
Testing of the hydro turbines
We have recently completed the factory acceptance testing of the hydro turbines in our Boksburg factory. These 2x horizonatal Kaplan turbines are for the third Hydro station built by Kibali Gold. Totalling the hydro power generation to 60 MW. The…