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2015 geothermal buyers guide

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BRUSH Turbogenerators Inc.
Geothermal Development Associates
BRUSH are an original equipment supplier of Geothermal Development Associates (GDA) is
steam and gas turbine-driven elec-trical genera- a privately held US company that specializes in
tor equipment for industrial, utility and process Campbell Scientiic, Inc.
geothermal power and direct-use applications Fuji Electric
applications. All generators are factory tested, worldwide. Their staff of engineers, geologists, Campbell Scientiic offers packages for geothermal re-
reducing onsite testing and commissioning time. Fuji Electric’s low-voltage, FRENIC-HVAC, slim-type source assessment and en-ergy monitoring. These sys-
Direct-air TEAAC (air to air) and TEWAC cooling and geoscientists have the capability to oversee inverters deliver optimal con-trol and energy sav- tems, such as their Utility-Met100, accurately meas-ure
projects at every stage—from initial resource ex- ings. The AC drives provide simple and cost-effec-
is available in most powers. BRUSH also supplies ploration and well-testing to the design, supply, a variety of onsite parameters, including: ground-water
various design solutions with special features tive solu-tions for industrial and commercial stan- level and tempera-ture; thermal gradient proiling; well-
required for geothermal applications. They can and commissioning of a new power plant. dalone motor control applications, includ-ing for casing temperature proile; and integrity; water quality
www.gdareno.com
provide generator and control installation, as geothermal pumps, fans, and HVAC systems. The and low. Campbell Scientiic also makes programma-
well as commissioning and after-market support FRENIC-HVAC series offers key features, including: ble, ield-based dataloggers with DNP3 support. These
GEOTHERMAL HEATING & COOLING a real-time clock; PID controls; torque vector con- are known for quality measurements, ver-satility, and
services.
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SYSTEMS
trol; removable keypad; ire mode; and ilter-clog- reliability, even in harsh and remote environments.
ging prevention functions. Fuji Electric also designs www.campbellsci.com
and builds HMI operator panels, motor starters, and
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instru-mentation, such as transmitters, controllers,
and meters for the geothermal in-dustry. DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
www.americas.fujielectric.com

Bosch Thermotechnology
L.A. Turbine
Designed speciically for the new construction
and the replacement/retroit markets, the small
L.A. Turbine delivers turboexpander (TBX) design,
AMSA Inc.
manufacturing, and testing of application-spe- footprint LV Split System heat pump from Bosch
AMSA provides organic deposit and ciic, highly engineered TBXs used in geothermal Ther-motechnology comes in eight sizes: from
1.5 through to 6 tons. The geothermal heat pump
corrosion control products for cooling in power genera-tion and industrial power recovery
industrial applications. They offer DTEA applications. TBX conigurations include ex- split system comes in two parts that can individu-
II, which is a safe, water-based, phos- pander-compressor, generator, dyno (brake), and ally replace and work with existing HVAC system,

phonate-free product that provides sulfur expander compressors with active magnetic bear- or both can be used in tandem for a full solu-tion.
control for geothermal cooling towers. ing units. TBXs range from 3 kW to 14 MW, are The LV Split System also permits the condensing WaterFurnance International, Inc.
capable of handling up to 3000 PSIG of pressure, section to be placed re-motely from the air han- The Envision2 NXW Chiller provides water heat-
DTEA II also minimizes the use of biocides
by reducing the accumulation of organic run shaft speeds up to 105,000 RPM, and can dler section. ing and water cooling for a range of geothermal
endure temperatures between -195° C (-320° F) www.boschheatingandcooling.com
applications. Available in 10 to 50-ton capacities,
deposits. It comes with an environmen- the NXW will it through most doors and features
tally friendly proile, due to its quick and 260° C (500° F).
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external fork truck lifting points for easy instal-
degradation rate prior to release, when lation. Designed to perform to the highest stand-
used under common cooling tower treat- GEOTHERMAL EQUIPMENT ards in the industry, the NXW is used for pools,
(suppliers/manufacturers):
ment conditions. Overall, DTEA II reduces commercial aquariums, radiant loor heating, ice
operational costs by diminishing corrosion Small- scale for home/business
melt, chilled wa-ter applications, industrial process

and improving equipment lifetime. It is water, or to provide precisely heated or cooled wa-
sold under the BCP 5000 series label for ter for fan coils or other applications. It’s equipped
REHau Construction, LLC
with a new and improved control box, providing
geothermal applications. Proprietary and The RAUGEO PEXa ground-loop heat exchange system
custom formulations, as well as private clean wiring and easy accessibility. The control
labels, are also produced by AMSA. is a high-eficiency energy source for heating and cool- box includes an emergency shutdown button and a
ing. PEXa piping offers superior lexibility and abra- user interface to aid in set-up and diagnostics. The
www.amsainc.com
sion resistance compared to HDPE, while double U-
refrigeration circuit has also been updated with
A-T Controls
bends reduce bore-hole foot-age by up to 30%. Secure suction and discharge line vibration absorbers and
A-T Controls provides solutions for demanding geo- EVERLOC ASTM F2080 compression-sleeve ittings larger, more eficient heat exchang-ers.
thermal applications, provid-ing a variety of durable and balancing manifolds complete the system. Single
www.waterfurnace.com
valves for tough environments. The A-T Controls
and double U-bends are available in 1” and 1-1/4”.
M Se-ries Metal-seat Ball Valve, for example, is CTS are offered in lengths up to 510 feet (155m).
www.na.rehau.com/raugeo
designed for use in severe services, such as high- NAES Corporation
temperature and high-pressure projects. It can be
used in tempera-tures of up to 1100° F (593° C). Their NAES provides operations and maintenance
(O&M) services to facilities engaged in the pro-
V-Series Segment Control Valves range in size from 2" duction of renewable electricity, including for
to 12", and support temperatures up to 600° F (315.5°
C). Plus, A-T Controls’ Power-seal, High-performance geothermal energy. They offer management for all
O&M services, including: development and imple-
Butterly Valve comes with a pneumat-ic, spring- menta-tion of customized operation’s programs;
return actuator or double-acting actuator. All A-T
Control valves are quickly and easily automated. management of safety and environ-mental compli-
ance programs; planning and oversight of major
www.atcontrols.com
maintenance ac-tivities; as well as planning and
management of infrastructure support services.
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