Hydropower
Sustainable. Durable. Reliable. As one of the largest energy sources in the world, hydropower plants make an important contribution to environmentally friendly power supply and energy storage. Together we are shaping the future of renewable energies with our comprehensive services and tried-and-tested hydraulic solutions and filtration solutions. HYDAC – On-hand to help worldwide.
Extensive know-how in hydropower technology
Hydraulic steel structures
In hydraulic steel structures, durable and high-quality hydraulic systems are required for the gates, weirs, and intake gates. Using standard components, we supply these to you cost-optimized in the tried-and-tested HYDAC quality. As one of the few providers worldwide, we offer you – in addition to cylinders to DIN ISO 19704 – large cylinders with up to 20 m strokes. Take advantage of our extensive portfolio.
Shut-off devices
Shut-off devices realise safe operation in your hydropower plant. Mechanical hydraulic control devices handle the high pressure of the enormous volumes of water and enable short, safe closing times. HYDAC can support you with highly functional cylinders in accordance with AD2000 and DIN ISO 19704. Our many years of expertise in hydraulics, process filtration and accumulator technology make us the perfect partner.
Water turbine
Whether it is a Kaplan, Francis, Pelton or pump turbine – HYDAC produces custom system solutions with standardised components for your water turbines. In addition to hydraulic turbine controllers, which are essential for controlling a turbine’s adjustment devices, we provide impressively efficient accumulator solutions and expertise in process water filtration (e.g. shaft sealing). Thanks to our international service, we are on hand to advise you wherever you are.
Generator
The energy converter in the hydropower plant: driven by turbines, the generator uses the water's kinetic energy and converts this into electric energy. Its functionality must be guaranteed at all times. An optimal oil supply for lubrication and cooling makes a significant contribution to safe system operation. HYDAC provides comprehensive advice on solutions for lifting, braking, and cooling systems as well as lubricating oil systems.
Balance of Plant
The auxiliary functions have a significant impact on the productivity of your hydropower plant. It is not only the monitoring of the key parameters via condition monitoring that plays a major role, but also the extensive observation, treatment and filtration of operating media. Trust our expertise as a specialist in hydraulics and fluid power – since 1963.
Sustainability
Sustainably save costs, despite constantly rising energy and raw material costs - HYDAC makes this possible thanks to standardized, installation space-optimized components and systems. We use optimized filter systems and drive systems to help you conserve resources in an efficient way. Reduce your CO2 emissions as well as the expenses for your hydropower plant in the long term.
Sustainability in hydropower plants: our product solutions
HYDAC KineSys variable-speed drive solution
Looking to reduce energy consumption, noise emissions, tank size, and maintenance intervals for your hydropower plant? How is this possible? Variable-speed hydraulics pave the way for resource-efficient plant operation. With electromechanical cylinders, you eliminate the need for oil as an operating medium, reducing contamination potential.
HYDAC Air-X filter technology
Save installation space with optimized degassing of your lubrication systems, thanks to HYDAC’s innovative Air-X technology. Reduce tank size by up to 40% and optimize your hydropower plant's resource utilization sustainably.
HYDAC dewatering unit FAM
Our FAM series dewaters, degasses, and filters your hydraulic fluids and lubrication fluids. The efficient care means that you benefit from longer oil change intervals, reduced life cycle costs, greater reliability, and increased system reliability.
HYDAC Varnish Elimination Unit
Are solid or gel-like deposits blocking your plant? Your issue might be oil degradation products, also known as varnish. Our solution lies in our service-friendly Varnish Elimination Units, which reliably remove varnish from your mineral oils.
System availability
The trend toward digitalization is pervasive and shows no signs of slowing down, even within the realm of water power. HYDAC is here to support you on this journey with smart sensors and innovative monitoring devices for your systems and plants. Through condition monitoring combined with predictive maintenance, we can reduce your servicing and maintenance intervals, ultimately increasing the productivity of your large or small hydropower plant.
System availability in hydropower plants: our product solutions
HYDAC Contamination Sensor Module
Enhance your system availability by utilizing our compact and cost-effective online condition monitoring module. Trust in our proven technology for measuring solid particle contamination and water saturation in oil-hydraulic systems within your hydropower technology.
HYDAC Metallic Contamination Sensor
The HYDAC MCS continuously measures the particle contamination in your fluids. The sensor detects critical machine states early on, so that you can plan maintenance accordingly. The MCS can optionally be switched between ISO 4406:1999 / SAE AS 4059 and ISO 4406:1987 / NAS 1638.
HYDAC IO-Link sensors
With Industry 4.0 in mind, we've incorporated IO-Link and smart sensors into our range, offering capabilities beyond mere measurement. Take advantage of valuable detailed information such as overload situations, process value statistics, temperature profiles, and operating hours. For reliable condition monitoring of your hydropower plants.
HYDAC p₀‑Guard pressure switch
Our reliable p0-guard monitors pre-charge pressure in your hydraulic accumulators. This enhances hydropower plant safety and facilitates faster detection of gas leaks, saving time and costs. Minimize failure costs with the HYDAC p0-guard.
Functional safety
Hydropower plants are not only climate-friendly and cost-effective but also highly reliable. Years of dependable operation attest to this fact. With HYDAC, you're in safe hands: reliable components and monitoring systems tailored to your country's specific requirements, with years of successful operation in real-world applications. Together, let's ensure the functional safety of your hydropower technology.
Functional safety in hydropower plants: our product solutions
HYDAC 4/3 proportional directional valve
The HYDAC C4WERE 6 series are direct acting, electrically operated directional valves. Always on the safe side with the fail-safe function of our solenoid-actuated control valves. We also offer you pilot-operated valves for greater flow rates.
HYDAC 4/3 control valves with ESD sandwich plate
Our pilot-operated, electrically powered directional valves are designed for large flow rates in hydropower plants. A sandwich plate that can be operated electrically or hydraulically is available as an option – ESD-function inclusive. Choose between versions with or without switch position monitoring.
HYDAC directional valves with switch position monitoring
Whether it's a piston spool valve or poppet valve design: our solenoid-actuated and direct-acting WSER reliably process your safety control system's signals. Learn about our WSER valves with their leak-free design and integrated monitoring sensor.
HYDAC sensors
In addition to our standard range, we offer sensors up to SIL 3 (IEC 61508) and PL d (ISO 13849) for safety-critical applications. These sensors feature two channels (cat. 3) and include an optional self-diagnosis function (cat. 2).
HYDAC laser linear position measurement system
Our measuring system visually monitors piston position, fulfilling an important safety role in your hydropower plant. Discover the benefits of our non-contact, leak-free system.
System solutions for small hydropower plants
Small hydropower plants secure a stable local power supply. In addition to their high efficiency, their rapid realisability makes them especially attractive. Thanks to our in-depth industry knowledge, we can develop and optimise consistently innovative and modular system solutions for your small hydropower plant. Rely on our tried-and-tested technology in turbine control, lubrication, filtration and much more.
Small hydropower plants: our system solutions
HYDAC Hydrobox controller system
Tailored for hydropower technology, our modular hydraulic controller is based on the proven HYBOX basis system. It aims to fully modularize the hydraulic power unit. Configure the HYDAC hydrobox to meet your specific needs.
HYDAC water-glycol circuits
HYDAC WGK applications were developed for use in closed cooling circuits, ensuring reliable operation of fluid-cooled plants. Integrate our proven WGK for consistent coolant temperature in your small hydropower plant.
HYDAC automatic filter AutoFilt® ATF
When you use our automatic filters from the HYDAC AutoFilt® series, both you and the environment benefit – thanks to longer service lives and less power consumption. Learn about our cyclone and filter element combination.
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HYDAC compact lubricating unit HYLU
A tear in the lubricating film can lead to major damage in a small hydropower plant. Our HYDAC Lubrication Unit is the solution for optimizing your lubrication systems thanks to its compact and modular design.
System solutions for large hydropower plants
Large power plants play a crucial role in covering base load and peak load in power generation, as well as storing energy efficiently. They are ideal partners in the transition to clean energy, owing to their high conversion efficiency. Avoid unexpected failures in your plants with our expertise in closed-loop control, lubrication, filtration, and media treatment. HYDAC can assist you in optimizing your large hydropower plants with global service.
Large hydropower plants: our system solutions
HYDAC piston accumulator stations
From the component to the system – our modular piston accumulator portfolio with innovative monitoring possibilities enables precise implementation of your specific requirements. Together we will find the optimum solution for your application.
HYDAC turbine controllers
Thanks to our many years of expertise, we are able to design high-quality hydraulic turbine controllers that are perfectly aligned with your individual challenges. Contact us for a solution that perfectly suits your needs!
HYDAC process water filtration
We work with you to optimize the process water filtration for the cooling water and shaft seals in your hydropower plant. HYDAC offers you a comprehensive portfolio of filter skids. Learn more about our systems and components.
HYDAC bearing lubrication system
HYDAC can supply an extensive assortment of high-efficiency lubricating systems perfectly tailored to suit your specific challenges. Our degassing strategy rapidly lowers the amount of air in the oil, so the dwell time that is standard for the application is drastically reduced. Contact us for a solution that perfectly suits your needs!
HYDAC generator auxiliary plant
HYDAC has been active in hydropower technology for many years. Building on this experience, we design high-quality generator auxiliary systems such as cooling systems, lubrication oil systems and high-pressure plants. We make great efforts to configure your system to perfectly suit your requirements on site.
HYDAC oil mist separator STENO
HYDAC has proven itself as an expert in fluid and filtration technology for decades. On this basis, we developed our oil mist separator which has our efficient Optimicron® Drain filter element technology at its core.
HYDAC lifting and braking cylinders
Tailor-made and modular lifting and braking cylinders, including auxiliary systems: rely on our decades of experience in power plant technology. HYDAC is the contact partner for optimising your large hydropower plant.