Superwatt Heavy Fuel Oil Power Plant: A global leader in heavy fuel oil power plants, contributing to new breakthroughs in Africa’s energy infrastructure
Reshaping the energy ecosystem of mines, industrial parks, power grids, and islands with reliability and economy
In the African market, where electricity demand continues to grow, Shandong Superwatt Power Tech Co., Ltd.（short for SWT） leveraging its extensive technical expertise and project experience, has become a leading company in the heavy fuel oil power plant sector. Leveraging the full range of MAN 21/27/28/32 medium-speed engines, combined with renewable energy sources such as photovoltaics and energy storage, and incorporating proprietary intelligent control systems and modular auxiliary systems, we provide economical, reliable, and stable integrated energy solutions for factories, mines, power grids, and islands.
SWT heavy fuel oil power plant (HFO power plant) has become an ideal choice for areas without grid coverage or with power shortage due to its fuel economy, reliable and stable operation and ultra-long life.
Core advantage: long-term value engine for heavy oil medium-speed engines
Extremely high reliability
Ultra-long life design: The medium-speed machine (500-1000r/min) has low wear on moving parts, stable and reliable operation, an overhaul cycle of 60,000 hours, and a full life cycle of more than 30 years, significantly improving the reliability and service life of the power station.
Adaptable to all environments: Optimized for harsh environments such as high temperature, high humidity, high salinity, dust, rain, and snow, it can operate stably from -50°C extreme cold to 55°C extreme heat;
- Extremely low fuel consumption
Fuel cost savings of more than 30%: Suitable for heavy oils such as 180 and 380cst and tire pyrolysis oil, the fuel cost is only 50-70% of light diesel;
High return on investment: Although the initial investment is higher than that of high-speed machines, the overall cost is reduced by 40% within a 10-year depreciation cycle (compared to a 3.2-year cycle for high-speed machines);
Technological Evolution: Modular Design and Intelligent Control
Modular design: Fuel supply system, lubricating oil system, cooling water system, intake and exhaust system and other auxiliary equipment, control system, etc. adopt factory pre-installed integrated modular design, which greatly shortens the on-site installation cycle, reduces on-site labor costs and ensures controllable quality;
Intelligent control system: Equipped with SWT independently developed intelligent control system, it realizes remote monitoring and automatic scheduling, monitors fuel efficiency, load fluctuations and equipment health in real time, and improves operation and maintenance response efficiency by 30%.
High localization rate: The core equipment components such as the main engine and auxiliary equipment are localized, the core technology is independently controllable, and the cost-effectiveness is internationally leading;
3、OEM cooperation
With its strong technical strength and good business reputation, SWT has formed a good cooperative relationship with CMP in the heavy fuel oil power plant business. CMP is the largest MAN licensed manufacturer in China, and also the manufacturer with the most complete MAN series, the highest output and the largest market share. The company’s leading products have ranked first in the domestic market share for many years.
4：Benchmark projects under construction:
1.25MW diesel power station at Simandou mine in Guinea
Installed capacity: 25MW/10.5kV (6*4.3MW generator sets)
Project progress: Started in 2024, currently under construction, expected to be operational and generate electricity in 2025.
2.Phase I of the 50MW Heavy Fuel Oil Power Plant in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Installed Capacity: 50MW/10.5kV (6* 8.7MW generator sets)
Project Status: Construction is currently underway and is slated to begin in 2024. It is expected to be operational by the end of 2025.
3. Congo (DRC) Phase II 50MW Expansion Project
Installed Capacity: 50MW/10.5kV (6* 8.7MW generator sets)
Project Status: Start-up in 2025, scheduled for commissioning in 2026.
SWT global layout and future prospects
SWT has been deeply engaged in overseas markets such as Africa and the Middle East for over 30 years. Its products are widely used in factories, mines, state power grids, smart buildings, and other fields. Its future strategic focus will be:
Technology Upgrade: Developing a new generation of heavy oil-photovoltaic hybrid smart microgrids to further reduce customers’ fuel costs.
Localized Service: Establishing technical service centers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Guinea, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Zambia will provide localized service for Superwatt power plants, shortening operation and maintenance response times and ensuring the full lifecycle of power plants.
Low-Carbon Transformation: Exploring alternatives to bio-heavy oil (HVO) to contribute to carbon neutrality goals.
SWT will continue to iterate its low-carbon medium-speed turbine technology to help customers in mining, ports, and other sectors achieve both reduced electricity costs and carbon footprint, thereby jointly benefiting from the global energy transition.
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