Here are 30 key steps for commissioning of a combined cycle power plant:
Verify the completion of pre-commissioning checks and ensure all issues have been resolved.
Run functional testing on individual equipment, systems, and subsystems to ensure they operate correctly.
Test the complete balance of plant (BOP) systems, including pumps, valves, and piping.
Conduct testing of the control systems and automation, including setting up alarm and trip settings, verifying interlocks, and testing communication links.
Conduct testing of electrical systems, including protection relays, breakers, and auxiliary power systems.
Conduct testing of instrumentation and control systems, including calibration, loop checking, and system integration.
Test the performance of the gas turbine under various loads and conditions.
Test the steam turbine to verify its performance under various loads and conditions.
Test the heat recovery steam generator (HRSG) to ensure it operates as expected.
Conduct testing of the water treatment systems, including conductivity and pH testing.
Test the operation of the fuel gas skid, firing equipment, ignition system, and gas regulators.
Conduct testing of the HVAC systems, including temperature and humidity control.
Test the performance of the generator and excitation systems.
Conduct testing of the switchgear and transformers.
Conduct testing of the protection systems, including relay settings and functionality.
Test the performance of the fire alarm and detection system.
Check the performance of the vibration monitoring system.
Conduct testing of the performance of the synchronization of the electrical system with the grid.
Conduct testing of the full load rejection capability of the CCPP.
Verify the performance of the operational readiness of the control room, including the availability of all required documentation.
Perform acceptance tests of the entire CCPP after successful individual equipment testing.
Perform the load testing of the entire CCPP by ramping up the loads from minimum to maximum.
Conduct testing of the black start and emergency shutdown systems.
Test the operation of the auxiliary power systems, including battery backup and diesel generators.
Complete the testing of the plant under normal and abnormal operating conditions.
Verify that all performance guarantees are met.
Pass on-site acceptance tests for individual equipment, subsystems, and the complete CCPP.
Prepare commissioning reports and commissioning test procedures.
Handover to the operations team after successful commissioning is completed.
Provide training to the operations team for the effective operation and maintenance of the CCPP.
These steps are critical to ensuring the successful commissioning of a combined cycle power plant. Each step may involve multiple tasks and sub-steps that must be carefully managed to meet the required quality standards, safety regulations, and project timeline.
30 key steps for commissioning of a combined cycle power plant