Hydropower Plant Alster · Karlstad
A full modernization of the control, excitation and hydraulic systems for reliable, yield-optimized operation.
Complete renewal of the automation system
At 7 m head and 5,000 l/s flow, Hydropower Plant Alster in Karlstad delivers 350 kW. The machinery consists of a 130 kW Francis turbine and a double-regulated 220 kW Kaplan turbine, both with synchronous generators.
The complete control system was renewed. The scope also included a new excitation unit for both synchronous generators, remote monitoring and automatic level control, providing transparent operation and central oversight.
The entire hydraulic system, including a new hydraulic power unit, was also renewed. The work combines the existing machinery with modern control and hydraulic technology.
The modernization delivered a significant increase in yield and provides reliable, future-ready plant operation.
- Turbines: 130 kW Francis turbine and 220 kW double-regulated Kaplan turbine.
- Generators: Two synchronous generators with a new excitation unit.
- Automation: Complete control-system renewal with remote monitoring and automatic level control.
- Hydraulics: Full renewal, including a new hydraulic power unit.
