MINING ENERGY result , a new mining operation has to consider alternative power options to expedite and facilitate its evolution through the exploration , development and operational stages .”
Presently , he explains , mines are investing in capital-intensive permanent generating capacity to meet their power needs . “ Some mining companies are even in negotiations with local governments to take over closed hydropower plants . Both of these solutions require heavy financial outlay at a time when savings and cost-reductions are crucial for a mine ’ s success .”
Mobile fast-track power is a solution that offers mining operations a unique value proposition : fast , flexible and full-service .
“ Mobile power modules and turbines are the size of a trailer , and can easily be transported to remote areas via air , road or sea . Once on-site , they can be up and running within 30 to 90 days ,” Marsland said . “ These solutions also are easily scalable , and can be ramped up or down according to production requirements . The fact that they are located on site is particularly beneficial as the power does not have to travel long distances , reducing issues related to grid stability and aging transmission infrastructure ,” Marsland says .
“ Power is another non-core process that mines should consider outsourcing until a reliable connection to the grid is available . This also allows the mine to focus on its core business ,” he says .
“ By outsourcing mobile fast-track power , the supplier brings in its own staff to operate and maintain the plant , leaving the mine with no responsibilities when it comes to power generation other than paying the monthly bill ,” Marsland concludes .
APR Energy is a world leading provider of fast-track mobile turbine power . It offers fast , flexible and full-service power solutions to provide customers with rapid access to reliable electricity when and where they need it , for as long as they need it . Combining state-of-the-art , fuelefficient technology with industry-leading expertise , its scalable turnkey plants help run industries around the world , in both developed and developing markets .
One recent example is the award of two five-year projects valued at more than $ 450 million by the Ministry of Energy and Mining of Argentina to provide a total 350 MW of generating capacity for South America ’ s secondlargest country . The generating capacity will be split between two sites , using 14 of the company ’ s state-of-the-art dual-fuel mobile gas turbines .
“ This is the largest single award in the history of APR Energy , and it is the result of having the best people and the best technology in our industry . I couldn ’ t be prouder of our team ,” said Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John Campion .
APR Energy has had a continuous presence in Argentina since 2008 and currently generates a combined 75 MW of power at three sites : Formosa , Magdalena and Sáenz Peña .
“ Our Argentina award further demonstrates that turbines have a key place in the fast-track power market . They are the preferred technology of
utilities and a solution that integrates well into their existing infrastructure ,” Campion said .
APR Energy ’ s mobile turbine fleet features the GE TM2500 + ™ , one of the world ’ s most widely used , reliable gas turbine solutions for fast-track applications . The highly mobile aero derivative turbine is capable of
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Serving as the sole source of electricity to Minera San Rafael ’ s Escobal silver mine in Guatemala , APR Energy ’ s local team received the 2015 Safety Recognition Award from the customer
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