Today SET team appreciates the culture of our customer Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) and tastes the Omani traditional dish – Mishkak – at our SET corporate event. SET Sustainable Energy Technologies GmbH admires the international background of our clients, partners, suppliers, and employees and promotes the cultural awareness.
Mishkak is grilled halal meat served on skewers. It is popular all over Oman as fast street food, especially during celebrations and holidays. And as we have experienced, the Mishkak cooking process is a people-bonding matter. Our team has had much fun grilling it together.
Our company SET Sustainable Energy Technologies GmbH is delighted to announce to be selected by Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) for the implementation of a SETCON electro-mechanical variable-speed gearbox for the Nahada-1 Booster Station at Fahud Plant in Oman.
In this project, Sulzer Ltd. will be responsible for the delivery of the complete new crude oil booster pump string, involving a high-efficient SETCON SC4A unit. Furthermore, the companies Arabian Industries Projects L.L.C. and PETROFAC E&C Oman L.L.C. have been awarded as main contractor and engineering subcontractor respectively
The SETCON unit itself has an output power capacity of app. 4.1 MW and output speed of app. 4,850 rpm. Furthermore, it is designed to operate at ambient outdoor temperature conditions ranging from 5°C to 60°C, with a lube oil system referring to API 614 STD and a machinery protection system acc. API 670 STD.
SETCON was considered as the best solution for this application, due to its high efficiency performance, low voltage electronics and optimized installation space for potential follow-up retrofit projects. By choosing SETCON solution, PDO Petroleum Development Oman L.L.C. demonstrates their commitment to sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint.
Oman government has been taking steps towards energy efficiency and zero-carbon for years through several initiatives and policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions, as well as and increasing the use of renewable energy sources. Furthermore, the Omani government has implemented a number of energy efficiency measures, such as introducing regulations for energy-efficient buildings and appliances, promoting public transportation, and encouraging energy conservation practices in industries.
This project aligns with Oman’s efforts towards energy efficiency and sustainability, including their goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, in line with the Paris Agreement objective of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. We are proud to be a part of this important initiative and look forward to continuing to contribute to a sustainable future for Oman.
About Petroleum Development Oman (PDO)
Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) is the leading exploration and production company in the Sultanate of Oman. We deliver the majority of the country’s crude oil production and natural gas supply, but above all we focus on delivering excellence, growth and sustainable value creation within and well beyond our industry. The company is owned by the Government of Oman (which has a 60% interest), the Shell Group (which has a 34% interest), Total (which has a 4% interest) and Partex (which has a 2% interest). Gas fields and processing plants are operated by PDO exclusively on behalf of the Government
About SULZER
Sulzer is a global leader in fluid engineering and chemical processing applications. They specialize in energy-efficient pumping, agitation, mixing, separation, purification, crystallization and polymerization technologies for fluids of all types. Their solutions enable carbon emission reductions, development of polymers from biological sources, recycling of plastic waste and textiles, and efficient power storage. Sulzer’s customers benefit from their commitment to innovation, performance and quality through their responsive network of 180 excellent manufacturing facilities and service centres across the globe. Sulzer is headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834.
SET hereby announces the completion of its SETCON automation test bench. This newly equipped test bench will allow SET to pre-test the entire functionality and software of the SETCON system, including communication to and from the DCS. It will also enable our customers to realistically accept the entire software by modeling the transmission. In addition, this test facility is also used for internal and external training purposes at SET and is intended to further improve the SETCON system in its functionality and availability.
Finally, the use of the automation test bench guarantees the functionality of the SETCON system and the smooth integration process at the customer’s site. Subsequent changes and adaptations at the customer’s site are thus to be avoided. Ultimately, this pre-testing approach saves time, costs and effort for all parties involved.
SET (Sustainable Energy Technologies) GmbH is delighted to announce the receipt of an order from the international energy company RWE Generation SE. The project will be implemented at the HKM thermal power plant Duisburg-Huckingen, Germany. It involves the replacement of an existing Voith R17 KGS hydro-dynamic geared coupling with the highly efficient SETCON® – electro-mechanical variable speed gearbox.
With a rated power of 5 750 kW and a rated output speed of 6 282 rpm, SETCON® is perfectly suited to meet on-site conditions, due to the matching gearbox footprint, which reduces implementation time and effort substantially. Furthermore, it will deliver significant energy savings compared to the status quo, with an average energy saving of more than 1 000 kW continuously.
In addition to the immediate benefits of increased efficiency, this project has the potential to lead to a follow-up order from RWE after the successful operation of this first SETCON® unit. This represents a major step forward in the efforts of SET GmbH together with RWE to reduce energy consumption and to promote sustainable practices in the power generation industry.
Energy efficiency is critical as it minimizes the amount of energy required, leading to lower energy costs, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and improved energy security. Most recent investigations also confirm that energy efficiency is one of the most powerful methods for reducing energy-related emissions. Therefore, governments and organizations globally are enhancing energy efficiency through various policies and initiatives to set maximum energy efficiency levels for products and buildings. These initiatives have further promoted the utilization of energy-efficient technologies and practices, reducing energy consumption, emissions, and costs. SET GmbH is proud to be contributing to the shift towards energy efficiency and is confident that SETCON® technology will play an important role in meeting the growing demand for sustainable and environmentally relevant solutions.
About RWE RWE is leading the way to a green energy world. With an extensive investment and growth strategy, the company will expand its powerful, green generation capacity to 50 gigawatts internationally by 2030. RWE is investing more than €50 billion gross for this purpose in this decade. The portfolio is based on offshore and onshore wind, solar, hydrogen, batteries, biomass, and gas. RWE Supply & Trading provides tailored energy solutions for large customers. RWE has locations in the attractive markets of Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific region. The company is responsibly phasing out nuclear energy and coal. Government-mandated phaseout roadmaps have been defined for both energy sources. RWE employs around 19,000 people worldwide and has a clear target: to get to net zero by 2040. On its way there, the company has set itself ambitious targets for all activities that cause greenhouse gas emissions. The Science Based Targets initiative has confirmed that these emission reduction targets are in line with the Paris Agreement. Very much in the spirit of the company’s purpose: Our energy for a sustainable life. https://www.rwe.com/
About HKM GmbH Hüttenwerke Krupp Mannesmann GmbH has a core workforce of 3,000 employees and 191 trainees. The company produces 4.2 million tons of steel a year, which is processed into a wide range of everyday products, such as car bodies, washing machines and wind turbines. https://www.hkm.de/
About SETCON® SETCON® is SET’s proprietary electro-mechanical variable-speed gearbox designated to control the speed of large pumps and compressors. Compared to other variable-speed concepts, SETCON shows the highest overall efficiency and it is pioneering in terms of reliability and flexibility. Additionally, thanks to its matching footprint, SETCON is the ideal solution to replace low-efficient hydro-dynamic geared couplings.
SET is currently working on a new function model for SETCON – highly efficient variable speed drive. This close-to-reality function model enables a pre-test of SETCON´s software and control functions. Furthermore, it helps to integrate the interfaces with the customer´s DCS (distributed control system) in advance which can save significant time and costs during implementation on-site. All controlling equipment such as Main Motor, Servos and Frequency Converters are integrated and checked beforehand. From the perspective of execution, this target-orienting approach can bring a great advantage.
Additionally, this new function model will contribute to the further development of SETCON´s control philosophy, making SETCON even more efficient and practical for the energy and oil&gas industry.
SET Sustainable Energy Technologies GmbH (SET) has successfully registered as a qualified vendor at Baker Hughes Nuovo Pignone under the supplier code Q42627 recently.
Baker Hughes is an energy technology company that has a diverse portfolio of equipment and service capabilities that span the energy and industrial value chain. Their business focus on two parts: Oil field service & Equipment and Industrial & Energy Technology which covers more than 120 countries.
We are looking forward to our further cooperation with Baker Hughes to achieve our common goals in sustainability and to offer our experience in energy efficiency and environmental solutions with our innovative electro-mechanical variable-speed gearbox SETCON.
About Baker Hughes Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR) is an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, Baker Hughes` innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet. Baker Hughes’s official Website: bakerhughes.com
About SETCON® SETCON® is an electro-mechanical variable-speed gearbox designed to control the speed of large pumps and compressors. Compared to other geared variable-speed concepts, SETCON shows the highest overall efficiency and it is pioneering in terms of reliability and durability. Additionally, thanks to its matching footprint, SETCON is the ideal solution to replace low-efficient hydro-dynamic geared couplings.
SETCON was presented at the event of TURBOMACHINERY & PUMP SYMPOSIUM in Houston of the United States. We were delighted to receive numerous attention and visits for our electro-mechanical variable speed-control system – SETCON. Thank you all!
Here is the picture on-site:
Photo from our American Partner Kraft Werks Engineering
SET GmbH and Hasske and Meermann Antriebstechnik GmbH (HuM) have recently reached an agreement to work together as selling partners. HuM will support SET to acquire customer projects in Northern and Central Germany.
The company HuM has many years of experience and market knowledge in sales of drive technology products for different industrial applications, such as heavy-duty gearboxes and couplings for the steel industry and turbo gearboxes and high-speed couplings for turbines, compressors and pumps. HuM is representing and supporting the local business of its brand partners with a reputation of great dedication and expertise both to OEM and end-customers.
Together with the excellent market knowledge and experience of HuM, we look forward to bringing a lasting advantage and highest overall efficiency to the industry with our modern variable-speed drives “SETCON”.
About H u. M Hasske und Meermann Antriebstechnik GmbH (HuM)
The company HuM was founded in the year 1966. From 5 locations in Germany HuM serves over 5.000 active customers and offers a coordinated product range from first-class manufacturers with regional added value. The distribution of individual components, ready-to-install assemblies and customized concepts is a core competence of HuM. For further information please visit: https://www.hasskeundmeermann.de
After the partnership contract with the American company Kraft Werks Engineering (KWE) early this year, SET Sustainable Energy Technologies GmbH (SET) is delighted to announce the second partnership with the Polish company Termall. During this period of severe energy and climate crisis, SET is pleased to find this great new partner from EU, who shares the same business philosophy as SET and dedicates themselves into new technologies for a sustainable green future.
Termall is a family business with a 30-year tradition in the city of Bełchatów, Poland and has a great standing in the Polish power plant and general industry market. Termall is dedicated to service, maintenance, supervision, commissioning and operation in various industry fields, with an impressive track record. Like SET, the work of Termall is based on the highest industrial standards and strict principles. With references all over Poland and neighboring countries in different areas, Termall is an ideal partner to support SET in the aspiration to increase efficiency in the power market.
The most important number of the climate crisis is CO2 emissions and actions need to be done urgently to reduce it. According to the statistic from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in July, the atmospheric CO2 in parts per million has reached 415.6 ppm, which is 65.6ppm above the safe level for climate stabilization. As the UN secretary-general António Guterres during the Petersberg Climate Dialogue in July:” “Half of humanity is in the danger zone, from floods, droughts, extreme storms and wildfires. No nation is immune,” therefore, it is critical to find a solution to reduce the high CO2 emission now.
This new cooperation will guarantee both companies an improved access to the Polish energy market and supports their intention to make a sustainable contribution to energy efficiency and CO2 reduction.
Due to the high demand for efficient solutions in the energy sector and SETCON’s unique selling proposition in terms of efficiency and installation space, all parties look forward to the cooperation with confidence.
About SETCON®
SETCON® is an electro-mechanical variable-speed gearbox designed to control the speed of large pumps and compressors. Compared to other geared variable-speed concepts, SETCON shows the highest overall efficiency and it is pioneering in terms of reliability and durability. Additionally, thanks to its compact footprint, SETCON is the ideal solution to replace existing drives.
About Termall
The company Termall located in Bełchatów was founded in the year 1991. Termall has an established position on the market in the area of energy, especially in the production sector, environmental protection and the implementation of new technologies. For more information about Termall, please click here: http://termall.pl/
