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| ABB wins substation order in UK Zurich-based ABB has been awarded a $24 million contract by National Grid for a 400 kV substation that will provide the grid connection for a new power station in the north-west of England. The Carrington Power project is a CCGT (combined cycle gas turbine) plant located on the site of a former coal-fired power station near the city of Manchester. The project, comprising two 430 MW generator modules, is expected to be completed by 2013 and to produce enough power to meet the needs of around one million households. ABB's contract includes the supply of five bays of GIS (gas insulated switchgear) and associated systems. The switchgear will be housed in a dedicated building elevated by around 1.7 meters to ensure continued operation in the event of a flood. Future expansion by an additional seven bays of GIS equipment has also been allowed for. write your comments about the article :: © 2009 Construction News :: home page |