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Vaptech has extensive global experience in delivering complete hydropower solutions with integrated electromechanical systems based on Pelton, Francis and Kaplan solutions for small, medium and large hydropower plants. Among the biggest advantages of Vaptech’s solutions for the hydropower industry, are the vast in-house experience in development and production of hydro turbines, inlet valves and customized digital control systems that meet project site requirements. From single components and electromechanical equipment to complete hydropower solutions, servicing, on site commissioning and training,...

Get the Most Out of Your Hydropower Potential The success of your investment depends not only on the performance and the quality of the equipment, but also on the engineering of the complete system and the optimisation of the maintenance costs. That’s why Vaptech covers the entire lifecycle of your utility, from consulting, design, manufacturing, on-site installation and commissionning through value added after sales services. Get the most of your hydropower with products designed and optimised for your specific conditions. Vaptech’s experienced team of engineers and designers provide reliable...

Pelton Turbines Francis Turbines Vaptech’s Pelton turbines are excellent for high to medium heads and strong flow variations. Vaptech offers Pelton turbines with a horizontal and vertical shaft arrangement and with 1 to 6 injectors. Within Vaptech’s closed production process, Pelton runners are CNC machined from one piece of high quality forged stainless steel. Each runner is dynamically balanced, measured and compared with computer models to assure the integrity of the physical part. The runner further passes through rigorous quality control and is certified according to I EC standards. The...

Vaptech’s Kaplan turbine solutions are suitable for projects with low to very low heads and strong flow variations. We offer classic vertical and horizontal (Pit-type) Kaplan turbines with 3 to 6 runner blades with, steel or concrete casings or Pit structures depending on the application. For optimal operating efficiency, the runner could be coupled directly with the generator shaft or it could be coupled with speed increaser. All Vaptech’s runners are designed with an oil free hub in accordance with all applicable environmental standards. The runner is manufactured from high quality stainless...

Custom Design: Latest Technologies for Shorter Design Time & Increased Output Custom design Every project at Vaptech is developed specifically according to the unique natural and technical conditions of the application in order to deliver solutions with highest efficiency and productivity. We combine the latest software with generational methodologies to create parametric models, allowing for shorter design time and guaranteed highest efficiency and quality control. Abiding by the Best Standards ISO 9001:2015 Quality Standard; ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Standard; BS OHSAS 18001:2007 Occupational...

Water-to-Wire Complete Hydropower Solutions Vaptech’s hydropower experts and project managers work in your environment, overseeing the entire design, production, installation, and deployment of your specific solution. From assessment and custom designed systems to modernization, we help ensure optimal technical and business performance. Assessment services: analysis of project conditions and identification of the best technical and economic solution Turbine equipment Generator equipment Electrical balance of plant Digital control system Integration of all systems Supervision, installation and...

Automation & Electrical Engineering Benefits Reliable and efficient turbine control with advanced algorithms Powerful monitoring and control -local HMI, SCADA, Ethernet Timely actionable data for investors and operators Robust automation architecture. Siemens inside Turbine Control Systems for Continuous & Optimum Operation The quality of the produced power highly relies on the turbine control system. Vaptech’s control systems provide fully automated regulation, interaction and synchronization of the hydromechanical sub-systems: Turbine regulation system Turbine inlet valve Bypass system Intake...

Benefits Improved efficiency and total output Maximized annual production and profitability Regain and improve your original project investment with Vaptech’s Refurbishment & Rebirth Program Hydropower stations are built to serve their owners for the long term. With the right maintenance program, the life of the electromechanical system can be extended for more than 100 years. Vaptech’s Refurbishment & Rebirth Program gives added value to the investor by: Evaluating current and maximum possible annual energy production. Restoring and improving the overall power plant conditions to meet modern...

Selected Projects Type of project: Greenfield Scope of service: Complete Solution based on Pelton Turbine P (kW): 6 650 kW Type of project: Greenfield Scope of service: Complete Solution based on Pelton Turbine P (kW): 18 600 kW Type of project: Greenfield Scope of service: Complete Solution based on horizontal Francis Turbine P (kW): 3 170 kW Type of project: Greenfield Scope of service: Complete Solution based on horizontal Francis Turbine. P (kW): 20 523 kW Type of project: Greenfield Scope of service: Complete Solution based on Vertical Kaplan Turbine P (kW): 600 kW Type of project: Greenfield...

More Than 100 Years of Excellence in Machine Industry and Manufacturing Founded in 1914, Vaptech has more than 100 years of excellence in machine industry and manufacturing. To date, the company has evolved into a highly appreciated global supplier of highest quality, innovative products, services and solutions in the Hydro Power, Metal Forming and Biomass industries. Headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria, with production facility located in Pleven, Vaptech has over 250 employees and over 40 000 m2 of workspace. Vaptech has projects in over 40 countries on 6 continents. Vaptech’s philosophy is uncompromisingly...