The active phase of dismantling work for the modernization of hydro unit No. 2 has begun at the Uch-Kurgan HPP.
According to information from the Ministry of Energy, the general contractor, China National Electric Engineering Company, completed the preparatory work for dismantling by February 1. The project involves a team of 65 specialists, as well as the necessary equipment.
February 10 marked the start of work after the acceptance of the unit, and it continues without interruption. By February 16, the dismantling and lifting of the generator rotor were successfully completed, while the disassembly of the rotor and stator is ongoing. The completion of the dismantling work on the generator is scheduled for February 22, and the entire scope of work on unit No. 2 is expected to be completed by the beginning of March. All work is proceeding strictly according to schedule.
At the same time, preparations for new equipment are underway: the stator of the new generator has already been assembled and passed the necessary electrical tests, while the rotor is 50% complete.
This project is part of the state program for the modernization of the energy sector, which President Sadyr Japarov has identified as a strategic priority. It is expected that after the modernization is completed, the reliability and capacity of the station will significantly increase.
