A conventional power turbine is a highly sensitive and complex piece of equipment, with a clearly defined division into temperature zones:

– in the high-pressure section, the casing reaches temperatures close to those of the live steam, which can be as high as 600°C and pressures of up to 200 MPa,

– in the intermediate-pressure section, the casing cools down to temperatures of approximately 400°C,

– in the low-pressure section, the operating temperature is around 100°C.

The turbine casing insulation is intended not only to prevent energy losses as such, but above all to ensure stable operating temperature conditions for the entire unit and to reduce potential thermal stress.

For this reason, in order for the equipment to be properly insulated, thermal insulation with graduated thickness, precisely defined performance, and appropriate mechanical and strength parameters must be applied.

Thermal insulation cover technology is currently widely recommended by virtually all turbine set manufacturers.

SUM Poland has many years of experience in turbine set insulation. SUM Guard thermal insulation covers are suitable for insulating both new and long-operating equipment. The insulation can cover not only the turbine set itself, but also associated valves, flanges, and piping. Importantly, insulation in the form of covers does not require the use of any supporting elements on the turbine casing.

SUM Guard covers can reduce noise emitted by equipment operating indoors by up to 19 dB.

One further benefit of using this technological solution should also be mentioned, namely noise reduction.

A steam turbine is a rotary machine that emits high-intensity sound levels exceeding 100 dB and generates vibrations. SUM Guard covers can reduce noise emitted by equipment operating indoors by up to 19 dB.