Full-Set Thermal Power Plant Equipment Export: 10 Core Systems for Coal & Gas-Fired Stations
September 22, 2026
Project Overview
This case presents a full-set thermal power plant equipment export project serving overseas coal-fired and gas-fired power stations. Leveraging high-reliability, low-energy-consumption and long-life complete equipment, the project delivered multiple economic values — cost reduction, efficiency improvement and quality upgrade — for overseas owners, significantly raising the project return on investment (ROI).
Client Background & Industry
The client operates thermal power plants (coal-fired and gas-fired) and required a comprehensive, internationally compliant equipment package able to run reliably under complex overseas conditions such as high temperature, high humidity, high dust and high altitude.
Challenges
- Need for a single supplier covering the entire power plant value chain across 10 core systems.
- Strict EU / US / Korea grid-connection and environmental admission standards.
- High O&M cost and long downtime caused by imported European / American equipment.
- Aging units requiring low-cost technical upgrading without large-scale civil works.
Products & Services Provided (10 Core Systems)
- Steam turbine & generator main units and EH hydraulic core systems
- Boiler systems
- Fluid transfer systems: pump units and full-series accessories
- Valves and actuator systems
- Thermal control instruments and signal conversion systems
- Electrical systems and high / low voltage control components
- Auxiliary drive systems: fans, motors, impellers, bearings, reducers, plate heat exchangers
- Environmental protection systems: dust removal, desulfurization, denitrification, decarbonization equipment and parts
- Pneumatic & hydraulic auxiliary systems
- Coal / ash handling and steam-water auxiliary system equipment
Project Results & Data
| Benefit | Result |
|---|---|
| Energy saving & cost reduction | Plant comprehensive energy consumption reduced 4%–8%; a single mid-small thermal plant saves over USD 1 million per year in fuel and power O&M cost |
| O&M cost reduction | Overall O&M cost 20%–30% lower than European / American imported equipment; greatly reduced overseas plant downtime |
| Efficiency & revenue | Unit stability improved; annual utilization hours increased by 300+ hours; annual power generation up 5%+ |
| Retrofit & upgrade | For overseas aging units, output increased 8%–12% without large-scale civil works |
Technical Performance Highlights
| System | Key Parameter |
|---|---|
| Main units (turbine, generator, EH hydraulic) | Gas-fired combined efficiency ≥58%, coal-fired ≥42.5% (3%–5% above local averages in SE Asia / South Africa); EH response accuracy ≤±0.5%; continuous trouble-free operation over 8,000 hours; compliant with IEC standards |
| Boiler & auxiliary drive | Boiler thermal efficiency ≥94.5%; fan / motor / reducer / heat exchanger failure rate <0.8%; impeller & bearing service life 15%+ longer than international products |
| Fluid, valve, thermal control, electrical | Pump transfer efficiency ≥88%; signal conversion error ≤0.2%; components compatible with EU / US / Korea electrical systems |
| Environmental protection | Dust removal efficiency ≥99.9%, desulfurization ≥98.5%, denitrification ≥95%; supports low-carbon retrofitting and international EIA acceptance |
Market Coverage
- Projects: Served 100+ overseas thermal power projects, with equipment delivered to 20+ countries and regions including the EU, USA, Korea, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and South Africa.
- Categories: Full coverage of 10 core thermal power systems across the complete industry chain.
- High-end breakthrough: Broke the long-term monopoly of European / American / Korean high-end thermal power markets and passed strict local power-industry admission audits.
Social Value
- Safeguarded regional power supply in power-scarce regions such as SE Asia and South Africa.
- Promoted global low-carbon development through efficient, ultra-low-emission and decarbonization equipment.
- Deepened international energy cooperation and showcased China high-end thermal power equipment manufacturing strength.
- Boosted local employment and supporting industries in delivery, installation and O&M.
Summary
This full-set thermal power equipment export project achieved dual-track coverage of coal-fired and gas-fired stations, full-category coverage of 10 core systems, and full coverage of both high-end and emerging markets. Product performance, energy-saving, environmental and stability indicators all reach international advanced levels. The project empowers overseas owners to cut costs, raise efficiency and meet compliance while demonstrating the international competitiveness of Chinese high-end thermal power equipment, delivering significant economic, social and brand value.
