Hydroelectric Power Plants
In hydroelectric power plant projects, pipe installation often takes place in highly sloped and rugged terrain. Superlit's glass fiber-reinforced polyester (GRP) pipes are lighter than other pipe materials, making transportation, stacking, and installation easier even in these challenging conditions.
Superlit GRP pipes used in hydroelectric power plant projects come with SUPERLIT full-face® couplings, which are factory-mounted on one end of the pipe. This provides additional labor and cost advantages, especially in rough terrains.
Hydroelectric power plant projects conducted in high-altitude areas may encounter low air temperatures. Superlit pipes and fittings can be installed at ambient temperatures as low as -40°C. While the temperature fluctuations between summer and winter, day and night, may cause structural changes in other pipes, Superlit GRP pipes are resistant to these temperature variations due to the thermoset resin used in their production.
Corrosion Resistance: GRP pipes are resistant to corrosion and therefore do not require expensive measures such as liners, coatings, or cathodic protection. This feature offers a long-lasting solution for hydroelectric power plants.
Stable Properties Over Time: The properties of GRP pipes do not change over time, even under hot and cold climate conditions.
Low Friction Losses: The smooth inner surface of GRP pipes minimizes friction losses, which increases efficiency in hydroelectric power plant projects.
Water Hammer Pressure Resistance: Compared to steel and ductile iron pipes, GRP pipes have higher water hammer pressure resistance, absorbing 40% of the additional pressure.
Lightweight and Easy Installation: GRP pipes weigh approximately 1/4 of steel pipes, 1/5 of ductile iron pipes, and 1/10 of concrete pipes, offering quick and easy installation due to their lightweight nature.
Long Life and Low Maintenance Costs: GRP pipes are long-lasting, and maintenance costs are negligible throughout their service life.
UV Resistance: GRP pipes are resistant to ultraviolet rays, ensuring long-term performance in outdoor conditions.
Superlit GRP pipes offer distinct advantages over other pipe materials in hydroelectric power plant projects with these superior features. Choose Superlit GRP pipes to achieve the best performance and long-lasting solutions in your hydroelectric power plant projects.
SUPERLIT is the only pipe manufacturer in Turkey capable of producing glassfiber reinforced polyester (GRP) pipes using three different technologies: 'Continuous Filament Winding', 'Centrifugal Casting', and 'Helical Filament Winding'.
SUPERLIT is a subsidiary of KARAMANCI HOLDING.