august 28, 2017 - day 1
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August 28, 2017 - Day 1 11:00a-1:00p Duke Employee Registration at South Convention Center Entrance
NOON - 1:00 Boxed Lunch
1:00 - 1:50 Keynote Speaker - Joseph Miller - Vice President of Central Services and Compliance ( General Session - Concord I&J )
2:00-3:20
Fleet Topics
(Concord I&J)
Pulverizers
(Fairway A&B)
Environmental Controls
(Concord H)
Balance of Plant
(Concord G)
Electrical
(Kannapolis A)
Combustion Turbines
(Kannapolis B)
CBM
(Harrisburg A&B)
Project Management
(Carolina B & C)
Edwardsport -
Focused on the
Future
by Cecil Gurganus
Fleet Pulverizer
Maintenance Issues
by Tom Johnson
Enhanced Low-Load
SCR Operation
by Chad Donner
Gas Purge
Program
by Doug Lee
H. F. Lee
Iso-phase Bus Event
by Matt Siena, John
Capps
Top CT Issues
by Kelly Rivera
Rotating Machinery
Time Waveform
Analysis
by Clay Boyd
Managing Complex
T-G Projects by Steve Castagnero
Maintenance,
Repair and Design
Options for Bus
by Matt Siena
Recent Project
Control Lessons
Learned
by Brian Gibson
Next Generation of
Combined Cycles
by Rob Niehaus,
Patrick Burkett
Feeder Maintenance
and Inspections
by Tom Johnson
CSAPR and the
Midwest Fleet
by Chris Hillebrand
Valve Application
101
Part 1
by Jonathan Atkins
Lightning Protection
Analysis and Design
by Gary Brandon
3:20-3:40 BREAK - Duke Energy Service Organization Tables Open (North Foyer)
3:40-5:30
Fleet Topics
(Concord I&J)
Pulverizers
(Fairway A&B)
Environmental Controls
(Concord H)
Balance of Plant
(Concord G)
Electrical
(Kannapolis A)
Combustion Turbines
(Kannapolis B)
CBM
(Harrisburg A&B)
Project Management
(Carolina B & C)
GIST – Resource
Portfolio Strategies
in our Regions
by Mike Rib, Greg
Roberts, Dan
Sympson
Pulverizer Fires
Lessons Learned
by Rick Roy
MATS Mercury
Control Update
by Stephen Potter
Valve Application
101
Part 2
by Jonathan Atkins
Grounding Design
Modeling &
Measurement
Techniques
by Dr. Gary Gilbert
OPTIM Overview
by Sean Motta
Rotating Machinery
Time Waveform
Analysis
by Clay Boyd
Project Engineering
Workdesk by David Coates
Pulverizer Inspection
Template
Implementation
by Tom Johnson
FGD Induced Hg
Emission Issues
by Ron Laws
Corrosion 101
by Jim McCarthy
Perils of 3rd Party
Performing Breaker
Maintenance
by Bill Norman
Project Estimating
including Risk &
Contingency by Steve Castagnero
& Brian Gibson
Coal / Gas Strategy
Initiative Debrief
by Dan Donochod
Pulverizer Testing for
Improved
Performance
by Stephen Storm &
Tom Johnson
FGD Maintenance
Initiatives
by Ron Laws
NERC Compliance
Overview
by Don Steinmetz
5:30
Networking - On Your Own
August 29, 2017 - Day 2
7:00a-5:00p Registration at South Convention Center Entrance
8:00 - 8:50 Keynote Speaker - Lynn Good-President and CEO of Duke Energy ( General Session - Concord I&J )
9:00-10:20
Fleet Topics
(Concord I&J) Boilers & Combustion
(Fairway A&B)
Environmental Controls
(Concord H)
Balance of Plant
(Concord G)
Electrical
(Kannapolis A)
Combustion Turbines
(Kannapolis B)
CBM
(Harrisburg A&B)
The Future of
Renewables
by Jose Merino
Boiler &
Combustion
Program Updates
by Rich Coutant &
Stephen Storm
How To Improve SCR
Performance
by Scott Williams
Crystal River
Discharge Canal
Analysis
by Morgan Beveridge
On-line Monitoring
for Transformers, Bus
and Generator
by Tom Short
Combustion Turbine
Basics
by Kelly Rivera
Vibration Case
Histories
by Clay Boyd & Perry
Troutman Solar PV: Build and
Operations
by Bill Kirkenir /
Matt Israel
EtaPRO Models for
Monitoring Boiler
Performance
by Stephen Storm
Dry Sorbent Injection
O&M Update
by Chad Donner
Cliffside Gas
Conversion Update
by Chris Dopirak &
Mark Rizzo
Isolated Phase Bus:
Design Decisions
by Matt Siena
Combustion Turbine
Parts
by Jeff Biega
10:20-10:40 BREAK - Duke Energy Service Organization Tables Open (North Foyer)
Unit Flexibility
by Peter Hoeflich
Pulverizer and
Pressure Parts
Alliances
by Dan Sammons
FGD Absorber Clinic
by Ron Laws
Condenser
Inspections - A
Practical Guide
by Jennifer Hynes
Cathodic Protection
by Mark Turner
CT Borescope
Program
by Kelly Rivera
Vibration explored:
How Bad is Bad
by Steve Raver
Fleet Dispatch &
Modeling
by Mark Oliver
Historic Boiler
Inspection and
Certification
by Rich Coutant
Roundtable Discussion
by John Brotherton
Secondary
Containment
Requirements
by Gary Blevins
Kelman DGA Data
by Kumar Mani & Kreig
Leuschner
CT Outage Scope
Creation
by Kelly Rivera On-line EMI Diagnostics
by Kumar Mani & Kreig
Leuschner
NOON - 3:00 Lunch and Vendor Expo in Concord Convention Hall
3:00-4:20
Fleet Topics
(Concord I&J) Boilers & Combustion
(Fairway A&B)
Environmental Controls
(Concord H)
Balance of Plant
(Concord G)
Electrical
(Kannapolis A)
Combustion Turbines
(Kannapolis B)
CBM
(Harrisburg A&B)
Pumped Hydro
Storage
by Eddie Duncan
EPRI Program 71
Update
by Stephen Storm
Precip-RADAR:
Optimization
by Mike Williams
Small Tank Inspection
(STI) Program Update
by Dave Daily
WS Lee CT
DC Modifications
by Jeff Gruseck
CT Rotor End of Life
Management
by Kenny Baxter
Lubrication Case
History and
Recommendations
by Perry Troutman,
Russell Flagg & Josh
Bevill
Dual Fuel
Optionality / Gas
Co-firing
by Brad Rudolph
EPRI Supplemental
Project at Belews
Creek
by Stephen Storm
Marshall 2
Precipitator Fire
by George Ghally
Steam Bypass
Considerations
by Harry Carbone/Jim
McCarthy
Transformer
Maintenance
by T. Short, C. Green
CT Inventory
Strategies
by Roger Harding Replacement of
Transformer Coolers
by Kreig Leuschner
4:20-4:40 BREAK - Duke Energy Service Organization Tables Open (North Foyer)
Flexible Unit
Operation - Osprey
by Mike Rabs / Jim
Guevara / Andrew
Martin
Boiler/HRSG Layup
Guideline Review
by Rich Coutant
FGD Reagent
Preparation
by Ron Laws
Coal Station Air
Plenum and
Combustible Dust
By Jim McCarthy
Recent Electrical
Events in the Midwest
by Phil Behme
Aero Updates
by Josh Coots
InsightCM 3.0 Primer
by Tommy Wickline &
Clay Boyd
Emerging
Technologies
by Neil Kern
Boiler & Combustion
Round Table
by All
FGD Primary and Final
Byproduct Dewatering
by Ron Laws
Essential Power Plant
Design Codes
By Jim McCarthy
5:30 -8:30 Duke Staff and Vendor Social Event ( Rocky River and Pool Terrace )
August 30, 2017 - Day 3
7:00a-5:00p Registration at South Convention Center Entrance
8:00 - 8:50 Julie Turner - Vice President Carolinas Natural Gas Generation ( General Session - Concord I&J )
9:00-10:20
Fleet Topics
(Concord I&J)
HRSGs
(Fairway A&B)
Wastewater Treatment
(Concord H)
High Energy Piping
(Concord G)
Electrical
(Kannapolis A)
Combustion Turbines
(Kannapolis B)
CBM
(Harrisburg A&B)
Controls
(Carolina B & C)
GISMO
by Amy Barron &
Mark Blinson
Pressure Wave
Cleaning Experience
At Smith
by Eugene Eagle
BIO Reactor
Technology
by Ray Lidke
Weld Life Analysis
Including Grade 91
Material
by Brian Chambers
Arc Flash Safety
Considerations
by George Bolos
Asheville CT Fuel
Nozzle Event
by Chris Dunn
Electrical Testing &
Thermography
by Bruce Hoge &
Felix Lynch
Control Systems
today and in our
Future
by Carl King
NERC CIP:
for Non-EEs
by John Grube
Exhaust Stack
Liner/Stud Issues
by David Burchnall
ELG's Update
by Bill Kennedy
Pipe Hanger
Inspections
by Ben Carter &
Brian Chambers
SLAs with
Transmission
by Tom Short
Single Point
Vulnerability
by Greg Young
Gigabit
Communication
Highway
by Wayne Cody
and Chris
Christenbury
VAR-002, AVR
Operation and
Voltage Schedule
by Dale Goodwine
10:20-10:40 BREAK - Duke Energy Service Organization Tables Open (North Foyer)
Hazard Classification
Areas (HCAs)
by Dan Mottola
Combined Cycle and
CHP Project Updates
by Scott Trombley
Chemical
Addition/Clarification
by Ray Lidke
Flow Accelerated
Corrosion
by Nick Brown
Challenges with
Protective Relaying
by Zachary Wieger
I&A Dashboard
by Clift Pompee
PlantView Pdm
Module Facilitated
Discussion
by Tony File & Kim
Green
Rotating
Equipment Data
Acquisition and
Protection
by Jeff Finan Life After Ash Basins
by Bill Kennedy
Valve Issues-
Failures at HRSGs
by J. Atkins
& Josh Bevill
Ultra Filtration
by Derek Henderson
Construction
Quality Assurance
by Chris Barbee
Electrical Round
Table Discussion
by All
NOON - 3:00 Lunch and Vendor Expo in Concord Convention Hall
3:00-4:20
Fleet Topics
(Concord I&J)
HRSGs
(Fairway A&B)
Chemistry
(Concord H)
High Energy Piping
(Concord G)
Generators
(Kannapolis A)
Steam Turbines
(Kannapolis B)
CBM
(Harrisburg A&B)
Controls
(Carolina B & C)
Unit Capacity
Ratings / Testing
by Greg Augspurger
Impacts from Cycling
Service
by Eugene Eagle
Filming Amine
Corrosion Research on
Turbine Blades
by Dave Reynolds
Seam Weld
Inspection Updates
by Ben Carter
Fleet Maintenance
Strategy
by Felix Lynch
Lube Oil Flush
Guidance Document
by Nelson Tyner
M&D interaction
with CBM
by Mike Row & Chris
Griffin
The Ins and Outs
of Control System
Networking
by Carl King
Advances in
Ultrasonic
Examinations
by Brian Chambers
Generator Rotors-
When to Pull Them
by Felix Lynch
OPTIM - New
Maintenance
Strategy
by Sean Motta
Gas Side Layup
Options
by Doug Ausbon
Continuous Analyzers
for Boiler Cycles
by Dave Reynolds
Brush Rigging
Maintenance
by Bruce Krieger
Steam Turbine Layup
when NID
by Bruce Butler
4:20-4:40 BREAK - Duke Energy Service Organization Tables Open (North Foyer)
Planning for the
Connected Utility of
the Future
by Mike Rib
HRSG Round Table
Discussion
by All
Utility Anodamine
Treatment Update
by Dave Reynolds
HEP Round Table
Discussion
by All
Online Generator
Monitoring
by Felix Lynch
Alignment- Tops-
on/Tops-off
by Tick Lyle
CBM Summit
Wrap-up
by Tony File
Duke Simulator
Update
by David OHara Generator Visual
Inspections
by Felix Lynch
OPTIM Inspection
Intervals
by Nelson Tyner
5:30 Networking - On Your Own
August 31, 2017 - Day 4
8:00-9:50
Fleet Topics
(Concord I&J)
Material Handling
(Fairway A&B)
Chemistry
(Concord H)
Welding
(Concord G)
Generators
(Kannapolis A)
Steam Turbines
(Kannapolis B)
Controls
(Carolina B & C)
Coal Selection and
Testing
by Stephen Dean
Component
Assessments for
Conveying Equipment
by Bob Cooper
Phosphate
Treatment for HRSG
& Conventional
Boilers
by Dave Reynolds
Managing the
Welding Program
at Generating
Stations
by Scott Bowes
Generator Fleet
Failures
by Fred King
Outage Planning, Staffing,
Execution
by Kent Davis
Cyber Compliance
and the Real World
by John Grube
Bearing Failures & Bearing
Inspections
by Dan Ruggiero
Mayo Bulldozer Event
Update
by Jeff Robinson
Ultrasonic Testing
Techniques
by Adam Gardner
When is New Copper
Required?
by Felix Lynch
Chlorine Dioxide for
Cooling Towers
by Alexandra Tessier-
Renninger
EPRI Bearing Analysis
Software
by Jim Winborne
Last Stage Blade Inspections
by Eric Russell
Duke Controls
Round Table
by Jeff Finan Monitoring &
Diagnostics
by Michael Reid /
Tony File / Greg
Augspurger
Rail Inspections and
Maintenance
by Jeff Robinson
Radioactive
Material Licensing
X-Ray Machine
Registration
by Rob Hathorn
Evaluation of
Generator Condition
following Suspected
Fault Events
by Felix Lynch
Bartow L-0 Failures
by John Huls
Over speed Trip Testing
Recommendations
by Bruce Butler
9:50-10:10 BREAK
10:10-NOON
Fleet Topics
(Concord I&J)
Material Handling
(Fairway A&B)
Chemistry
(Concord H)
Welding
(Concord G)
Generators
(Kannapolis A)
Steam Turbines
(Kannapolis B)
Controls
(Carolina B & C)
Equipment
Reliability Program
by Tony File
Coal Storage Hot Spot
Detection &
Mitigation
by Bob Cooper
HRSG Corrosion
Reduction Utilizing
O2 Injection
by Peyton Garrison
Post Weld Heat
Treatment
by Darrell Wisner
EMI
by Felix Lynch
Vibration Trip Logic & Trip
Level Recommendations
by Bruce Butler
Duke Controls
Round Table
by Jeff Finan
Environmental
Compliance Impacts
by Shannon Todd
Coal Stockpile
Management
Guidelines
by Jeff Robinson
Results From
Anodamine
Application in a
Cycling HRSG
by Megan Nevill
Generator Cooler
Inspections
by Felix Lynch
Steam Turbine
Valve Maintenance
by Tick Lyle
Controlled
Waveform Welding
by Scott Bowes
Hydrogen Systems
by Bruce Krieger
Material Handling
Team Round Table
by All
Silica Upset Event at
HF Lee
by Tommy Hare
Eng, Plan.& Support Q&A
by TGS ST Engineering
Steam Turbine Wrap Up
by Jeff Ingraham
NOON Adjourned
Topic Listing
Fleet Topics (Concord I&J) - 400
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1 Edwardsport - Focused on the Future
by Cecil Gurganus
A presentation on the efforts required to support the operation of Duke's only Integrated Gasification Combined
Cycle (IGCC).
2 Next Generation of Combined Cycles
by Rob Niehaus, Patrick Burkett
A presentation on the design and operating characteristics of the next generation of Duke Energy Combined
Cycles.
3
GIST – Resource Portfolio Strategies in
our Regions
by Mike Rib, Greg Roberts, Dan
Sympson
Panel Presentation - Generation Investment Strategy Team (GIST) leads from each of our regions discuss the
resource portfolios in their regions, some of the key elements shaping our fleet and how our GIST stakeholder
teams work together to determine how to best serve our customers in the future.
4 Coal / Gas Strategy Initiative Debrief
by Dan Donochod A presentation on the 15-month Coal Gas Strategy (CGS) initiative process and results.
5 The Future of Renewables
by Jose Merino A presentation on the potential for renewables growth on the Duke System: Solar PV, Wind, and Battery Storage.
6 Solar PV: Build and Operations
by Bill Kirkenir / Matt Israel
A presentation on the construction of a typical solar PV facility and a look at the everyday Operations and
Maintenance.
7 Unit Flexibility
by Peter Hoeflich
Why does our fleet require flexibility? Project Overview and to-date results. A discussion of available technology
supporting 'flexibility' for generation fleet retrofit options.
8 Fleet Dispatch & Modeling
by Mark Oliver
A presentation of Fleet Dispatch & Modeling and potential effects/changes due to increased intermittent
renewables on the system.
9 Pumped Hydro Storage
by Eddie Duncan
A presentation of on the Bad Creek and Jocassee Pumped Hydro Storage facilities, their uses and how they may
change, and the upgrades coming to Bad Creek.
10 Dual Fuel Optionality / Gas Co-firing
by Brad Rudolph
A presentation on the DFO progress at CS (mods required and high-level review), evaluation progress of other
sites and the considerations for those sites that really make or break the economics.
11
Flexible Unit Operation - Osprey
by Mike Rabs / Jim Guevara / Andrew
Martin
How we do it! An example of how Combined Cycles may be operating in Duke Energy's future.
12 Emerging Technologies
by Neil Kern A presentation on emerging technologies that have the potential to change our business.
13 GISMO
by Amy Barron / Mark Blinson Emergency Site Planning, Master Site Planning.
14 NERC CIP: for Non-EEs
by John Grube Presentation on NERC CIP for non-Electrical Engineers.
15 Hazard Classification Areas (HCAs)
by Dan Mottola
A discussion on the process and progress of the Hazard Classification Area Program effort for Duke Energy
facilities.
16 Life After Ash Basins
by Bill Kennedy A look at the future of our fossil sites water management strategy options.
17 Unit Capacity Ratings / Testing
by Greg Augspurger Why the RIE? Results of the RIE. New fleet-wide procedure and WOs supporting summer and winter testing.
18 OPTIM - New Maintenance Strategy
by Sean Motta Maintenance Management of the Future? Current and potential applications for this Duke tool.
19
Planning for the Connected Utility of
the Future
by Mike Rib
Modern energy production and delivery systems are becoming much more complex with the increasing presence
of distributed resources, new technologies and systems automation. This discussion will address new planning
approaches that are being developed to establish better understanding of the needs of these evolving systems
and which will enable timely and informed decisions on the changes needed to support the evolution of these
new connected systems.
20 Coal Selection and Testing
by Stephen Dean
A presentation on the Coal fuel selection process and Coal Testing. Also, a brief discussion on infrared boiler
slagging camera installations and uses.
21
Monitoring & Diagnostics
by Michael Reid / Tony File /
Greg Augspurger
Monitoring & Diagnostics Center - Catches and Near Misses (An event avoidance system)
22 Equipment Reliability Program
by Tony File Equipment Reliability Program / ERI - vision / status / benefits etc.
23 Environmental Compliance Impacts
by Shannon Todd
Environmental compliance and expectations of power plant employees. Additionally, a look at potential future
impacts to FHO.
Pulverizers (Fairway A&B) - 84
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1 Fleet Pulverizer Maintenance Issues
by Tom Johnson
Discussion of fleet pulverizers, maintenance problems and critical inspection points.
2 Feeder Maintenance and Inspections
by Tom Johnson
Discussion of coal feeders, maintenance problems and critical inspection points.
3 Pulverizer Fires Lessons Learned
by Rick Roy
Discussion on how to avoid pulverizer fires.
4
Pulverizer Inspection Template
Implementation
by Tom Johnson
Discussion of inspection templates and how they should be used, as well as implementation into PlantView.
5
Pulverizer Testing for Improved
Performance
by Stephen Storm& Tom Johnson
Where testing should be performed to validate the maintenance work and critical settings.
Boilers &
Combustion (Fairway A&B) - 84
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1
Boiler & Combustion Program
Updates
by Rich Coutant & Stephen Storm
Update on the program initiatives, goals, self-assessment performance audit process, BTFR program integration
effort and 2017 focal points
2
EtaPRO Models for Monitoring Boiler
Performance
by Stephen Storm
An overview and update of 2016 EtaPRO pilot projects and new models developments being deployed at Belews
Creek.
3 Pulv and Pressure Parts Alliances
by Dan Sammons Discuss alliance partnerships for pulverizer and boiler pressure parts.
4
Historic Boiler Inspection and
Certification
by Rich Coutant
Inspection of a 1902 historic boiler at the Charlotte Fire Department.
5 EPRI Program 71 Update
by Stephen Storm
An update including boiler operating variables, corrosion studies and new technologies.
6
EPRI Supplemental Project at Belews
Creek
by Stephen Storm
Operational Performance Improvements through Dynamic Combustion Optimization
7 Boiler/HRSG Layup Guideline Review
by Rich Coutant Provides a high level overview of the new guidelines for plant staff.
8 Boiler & Combustion Round Table
by All Open forum discussion.
HRSGs (Fairway A&B) - 84
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1
Pressure Wave Cleaning Experience At
Smith
by Eugene Eagle
A discussion on our experience with the pressure wave cleaning, lessons learned and results presentation.
2 Exhaust Stack Liner/Stud Issues
by David Burchnall
Discussion of status of liner studs and stack inspection expectations.
3
Combined Cycle and CHP Project
Updates
by Scott Trombley
Discuss project status and update on combined cycle and combined heat and power projects.
4
Valve Issues/Failures at HRSGs
by Jonathan Atkins & Josh Bevill
Discuss issues from across the fleet.
5
Impacts from Cycling Service
by Eugene Eagle
A presentation of the impacts of cycling duty on HRSGs external to Duke Energy.
6
Gas Side Layup Options
by Doug Ausbon
Discussion of layup options including balloons, dampers, and others.
7 HRSG Round Table Discussion
by All
Discuss Heat Recovery Steam Generator issues from around the fleet.
Material Handling (Fairway A&B) - 84
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1
Component Assessments for
Conveying Equipment
by Bob Cooper
A demonstration on locating and entering assessments conveying equipment in PlantView.
2
Mayo Bulldozer Event Update
by Jeff Robinson
A discussion of the details surrounding the event and an update of the follow-up actions for coal increased pile
safety.
3
Rail Inspections and Maintenance
by Jeff Robinson
A review of best practices for rail yard maintenance.
4
Coal Storage Hot Spot Detection &
Mitigation
by Bob Cooper
A discussion of what to do with hot spots in bunkers and silos.
5
Coal Stockpile Management
Guidelines
by Jeff Robinson
A discussion of the best practices and new technology for coal stockpile management.
6
Material Handling Team Round Table
by All
Discuss Material Handling issues from around the fleet.
Environmental
Controls
(Concord H) - 50
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1 Enhanced Low-Load SCR Operation
by Chad Donner
Update on experience and NOx tons with enhanced low-load SCR operation at Gibson Station by mitigating the
SO3 prior to the SCR.
2 CSAPR and the Midwest Fleet
by Chris Hillebrand
An assessment of the impacts of the 2016 CSAPR update on the Midwest Generating Stations, including
developing and implementing a plan for compliance.
3 MATS Mercury Control Update
by Stephen Potter
A summary update of demonstrated effective mercury control technologies currently utilized across the Duke
fleet. Challenges to mercury compliance will be presented and discussed.
4 FGD Induced Hg Emission Issues
by Ron Laws
Discuss proper actions to initiate when conditions exist which may contribute to elevated Hg Emissions (Air and
Wastewater Treatment). Actions covered include sampling protocols/isolation of source, instrumentation checks,
and remedial efforts to maintain permit compliance.
5 FGD Maintenance Initiatives
by Ron Laws
Review of recent initiatives to reduce maintenance costs and improve reliability of Absorber Recycle pumps and
Side Mounted Agitators.
6 How To Improve SCR Performance
by Scott Williams
Discussion on methods to improve SCR Performance by minimizing catalyst pluggage, increasing catalyst potential,
and getting more life from catalyst.
7 Dry Sorbent Injection O&M Update
by Chad Donner
Hydrated Lime system updates with focus on Belews Creek design, testing and benefits at East Bend. Discussion
will also include updates on the SO3 operating protocol procedure.
8 FGD Absorber Clinic
by Ron Laws
A review of critical FGD Absorber components requiring frequent attention including: Instrumentation, Pumps,
Agitators, and Absorber vessel corrosion/deterioration (alloy, Stebbins tiled and coated vessels), including
corrosion abatement systems.
9 Roundtable Discussion
by John Brotherton An opportunity to discuss any Environmental Control topic and ask questions of the group.
10 Precip-RADAR: Optimization
by Mike Williams
Discussion of a plotting, tracking, & optimizing tool for Precipitators. A new and unique approach to analyzing
precipitator operation.
11 Marshall 2 Precipitator Fire
by George Ghally
Experience from a precipitator fire, including relation to prolonged fuel oil start-up and procedure for energizing
the precipitator.
12 FGD Reagent Preparation
by Ron Laws
A review of critical operating instrumentation and performance monitoring, and equipment maintenance
protocols for efficient and reliable subsystem operation which achieves required environmental compliant
operation.
13
FGD Primary and Final Byproduct
Dewatering
by Ron Laws
A review of critical Byproduct Dewatering systems and equipment maintenance protocols. Includes review of
operating and maintenance of dewatering classifiers and final dewatering systems such as horizontal belt filters,
rotary drum vacuum filters, thickeners, and centrifuges.
Wastewater
Treatment
(Concord H) - 50
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1 BIO Reactor Technology
by Ray Lidke
A new selenium removal treatment system for FGD Wastewater treatment / System description with operation
expectations
2 ELG's Update
by Bill Kennedy
What were the Stations issued in their permits and what new constituents were issued / What new treatment
systems might be needed to meet compliance
3 Chemical Addition/Clarification
by Ray Lidke This discusses the capabilities of Chemical Addition/Clarifications and system components overview
4 Ultra Filtration
by Derek Henderson The new need for Ultra Filtration on FGD Wastewater treatment systems and system components overview
Chemistry (Concord H) - 50
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1
Results from Filming Amine Corrosion
Research on Turbine Blades
by Dave Reynolds
EPRI Staff Update Report on Filming Amine Corrosion Research at Duke Marshall Station - EPRI staff to provide this
a 2017 current update of the filming amine research being conducted to determine corrosion prevention of
turbine blade materials.
2
Continuous Analyzers for Boiler Cycles
by Dave Reynolds
Technical Presentation on Continuous Analyzers for Boiler Cycles - technical approach methodology, maintenance,
and trouble-shooting for analyzers that are in use within the Duke Energy fleet and a selection of comparable
instruments that are used throughout the power industry.
3
Utility Anodamine Treatment Update
by Dave Reynolds
Duke Energy staff to present results from 1 year of filming amine product's effect of reducing iron and copper
corrosion rates in cycling Units.
4 Phosphate Treatment for HRSG Units
by Dave Reynolds
Provides detailed review of phosphate treatment for drum water, including control targets, ammonia effect,
cascading blowdown effects, phosphate hideout, upset operating conditions, etc.
5
Chlorine Dioxide Treatment for
Cooling Towers
by Alexandra Tessier-Renninger
Duke Energy staff to co-present recent application of Chlorine Dioxide treatment at Duke facility.
6
HRSG Corrosion Reduction Utilizing
O2 Injection
by Peyton Garrison
A discussion of the benefits of O2 injection for use at a combined cycle station.
7
Results From Anodamine Application
in a Cycling HRSG
by Megan Nevill
A presentation of the benefits and observations of Anodamine treatment at Noblesville Station.
8
Silica Upset Event at HF Lee
by Tommy Hare
Duke plant staff to provide this experience report on a 2017 HRSG upset incident.
Balance of Plant
(Concord G) - 50
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1 Gas Purge Program
by Doug Lee
NFPA 56 released on 6/17/2013 requires that all gas sites have detailed site specific purge procedures. This
program manages the development, implementation and management of these procedures across the fleet.
2
Valve Application 101
Part 1
by Jonathan Atkins
Guidance on basic steam, water, air and compressed gas valve selection
3
Valve Application 101
Part 2
by Jonathan Atkins
Guidance on basic steam, water, air and compressed gas valve selection (continued)
4 Corrosion 101
by Jim McCarthy Fundamentals of corrosion
5 Crystal River Discharge Canal Analysis
by Morgan Beveridge
With the retirement of units 1,2 and 3 and the commissioning of Citrus Combined Cycle at Crystal River the flow
into the discharge canal will be greatly diminished. This poses a problem for Units 4 and 5 which draws makeup
water from this canal. A study employing computational fluid dynamics was performed to model temperature and
salinity impacts and identify possible solutions.
6 Cliffside Gas Conversion Update
by Chris Dopirak & Mark Rizzo
Cliffside Unit 6 is being converted to burn both coal and natural gas either individually or in combination. This
project poses multiple technical challenges that affect the boiler, air quality control system and multiple balance
of plant systems.
7
Condenser Inspections - A Practical
Guide
by Jennifer Hynes
How to prepare for an inspection, what to look for and how to document.
8
Secondary Containment
Requirements
by Gary Blevins
Overview of secondary containment requirements for specific applications.
9
Small Tank Inspection (STI) Program
Update
by Dave Daily
FHO site SPCC plans call for routine inspection of shop fabricated tanks in accordance with STI -SP001. This
program manages the development, implementation and management of a fleet wide approach to conduct and
document these inspections.
10 Steam Bypass Design Considerations
by Harry Carbone/Jim McCarthy
Modern gas combined cycle and coal units require steam bypass systems to enable startup/shutdown and
blending in/out of HRSGs. This is a demanding service that requires proper system design, equipment selection,
piping layout and control logic.
11
Coal Station Air Plenum and
Combustible Dust Considerations
by Jim McCarthy
The Allen, Belews Creek and Marshall boiler and turbine buildings are specifically designed to use ambient building
heat to preheat the combustion air entering the FD fans. This results in coal dust being drawn from the tripper
room into the plant and posing a combustible dust issue. This study evaluates the impact of discontinuing use of
the station air plenum to address the HCA issue.
12 Essential Power Plant Design Codes
By Jim McCarthy
In order to protect public safety, power plants are designed, built and tested to a variety of industry codes and
standards. This presentation identifies and explains the essential codes that power plant engineers need to be
familiar with.
High Energy Piping (Concord G) - 50
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1
Weld Life Analysis Including Grade 91
Material
by Brian Chambers
A continuation of inspection protocols to support life analysis of our piping systems with an emphasis on Grade
91.
2 Pipe Hanger Inspections
Ben Carter & Brian Chambers A discussion of pipe hanger inspections and neglected maintenance.
3 Flow Accelerated Corrosion
by Nick Brown What is the failure mechanism, where we find it, how we monitor it, and how to prevent it.
4 Construction Quality Assurance
by Chris Barbee Importance of construction QA in regards to HEP piping, inspections, and repairs
5 Seam Weld Inspection Updates
by Ben Carter Review recent findings of seam weld inspections and report on fleet status.
6 Advances in Ultrasonic Examinations
by Brian Chambers A presentation on advances in ultrasonic examinations.
7 HEP Round Table Discussion
by All Discuss HEP issues from around the fleet.
Welding (Concord G) - 50
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1
Managing the Welding Program at
Generating Stations
by Scott Bowes
An overview of the responsibilities of involved in managing the welding program at out stations. Topics will
include code welding, R Stamp program, NDE requirements and welder qualifications.
2 Ultrasonic Testing Techniques
by Adam Gardner Presentation on various ultrasonic testing techniques, their applications and benefits.
3
Radioactive Material Licensing
X-Ray Machine Registration
by Rob Hathorn
Radioactive gauges and material analyzers are used throughout Fossil/Hydro Generation. This presentation will
review corporate and regulatory requirements.
4 Post Weld Heat Treatment
by Darrell Wisner
This course will cover the essentials of Post Weld Heat Treatment including when it is required, common methods
of heat treatment, potential issues, and Code requirements.
5 Controlled Waveform Welding
by Scott Bowes
An overview of new GMAW welding processes available for use. This will include descriptions of the RMD, STT and
GMAW-P processes.
Electrical
(Kannapolis A) - 80
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1
H. F. Lee
Iso-phase Bus Event
by Matt Siena, John Capps
Review causes of Steam Turbine Generator ground and mitigation steps which were taken to prevent future
water ingress into Iso-phase bus.
2
Maintenance Repair and Design Options for
Iso-phase and Non-Seg Bus
by Matt Siena
Review of recommended maintenance practices and design options to ensure long life of generator and
auxiliary bus equipment.
3 Lightning Protection Analysis and Design
by Gary Brandon
Lightning protection and design can be a very tedious task, especially the risk analysis which determines the
need and level of lightning protection required. The DEHN Support Toolbox software cuts down on the time
required to review or perform lightning protection analysis or design.
4
Grounding Design Modeling & Measurement
Techniques
by Dr. Gary Gilbert
Soil resistivity has an important impact on grounding system design parameters and it is important to model
the soil correctly to ensure touch and step voltages are within safe limits. It is also important to verify
model accuracy through field testing.
5
Perils of Having 3rd Party Perform Your
Breaker Maintenance
by Bill Norman
Review of quality and workmanship issues encountered with breaker maintenance performed by 3rd
parties.
6 NERC Compliance Overview
by Don Steinmetz
An overview of programs being implemented to comply with new standards moving towards their
enforcement dates.
7
On-line Monitoring for Transformer, Bus and
Generator
by Tom Short
Review of latest technologies available for on-line diagnostics.
8
Isolated Phase Bus: Thermal and Moisture
Control Design Decisions
by Matt Siena
Isolated phase bus designs differ widely in terms of cooling and moisture control methods. The
presentation will provide an overview of different design approaches and their impact on thermal rating
and moisture control.
9 Cathodic Protection
by Mark Turner Overview of cathodic protection system design and required maintenance activities.
10 Kelman DGA Data
by Kumar Mani, Kreig Leuschner
Overview of results of dissolved gas analyzer on-line monitors so far and steps being taken to review and
assess DGA data.
11 On-line EMI Diagnostics
by Kumar Mani & Kreig Leuschner
On-line Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) diagnostics as applied to generators and bus (Isolated phase /
non-segregated / segregated).
12 WS Lee CT DC Modifications
by Jeff Gruseck
Two separate DC systems, each with extremely limited flexibility for battery maintenance and testing, were
converted into one common system with full flexibility and higher reliability
13 Transformer Maintenance
by Tom Short, Chris Green Transformer PM Template and job plans. Implementation and experiences.
14 Replacement of Transformer Coolers
by Kreig Leuschner Review of options and opportunities for improvement when upgrading coolers on aged transformers.
15 Recent Electrical Events in the Midwest
by Phil Behme
A review of the following electrical events from the Midwest fleet: Gibson 3 AVR, Noblesville blackout,
Gibson 5 high voltage bushing failure
16 Arc Flash Safety Considerations
by George Bolos
A brief overview of the factors impacting arc flash safety and some of the common mitigation techniques in
the industry.
17 Service Level Agreements with Transmission
by Tom Short
An overview of Service Level Agreements between FHO and Transmission: service expectations for
Transmission and requirements for work performed around generation/transmission interface points.
18
VAR-002, AVR Operation and Voltage
Schedule
by Dale Goodwine
A review of common cause analysis for VAR-002 violations and processes implemented to mitigate further
non-compliance issues.
19 Challenges with Protective Relaying
by Zachary Wieger Discussions on challenges with implementing relay upgrades.
20 Electrical Round Table Discussion
by All
Bring any successes, challenges or recommendations from your sites and be prepared to talk about what is
going on in your world.
Generators
(Kannapolis A) - 80
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1 Fleet Maintenance Strategy
by Felix Lynch Discuss maintenance templates for generators
2 Generator Rotors-When to Pull Them
by Felix Lynch Fleet maintenance on when rotors are pulled and risk associated.
3 Brush Rigging Maintenance
by Bruce Krieger Brush/brush rigging maintenance & problems – maintenance intervals and replacement of brush/brush riggings
4 Online Generator Monitoring
by Felix Lynch Generator Monitoring – Vibrosystem online monitoring for generators
5 Generator Visual Inspections
by Felix Lynch
Discussion of the methods, value, and frequency of performing Generator Visual Inspections. A sound visual
inspection can often detect developing defects a long time prior to them being detectable by any means of online
or offline electrical testing.
6 Generator Fleet Failures
by Fred King Discuss 7FH2 failures in Duke Fleet
7 When is New Copper Required?
by Felix Lynch Why and when to use of new copper vs use of old for rotor rewinds.
8 EPRI Bearing Analysis Software
by Jim Winborne Discuss EPRI bearing analysis software
9
Evaluation of Generator Condition
Following Suspected Fault Events
by Felix Lynch
A discussion on evaluating a generator’s condition based on knowing what components to inspect, potential
failure modes and their common symptoms, and understanding the short-term and long-term consequences of
failure based on suspected fault occurrences.
10 EMI
by Felix Lynch EMI - Electromagnetic Interference Diagnostic Testing
11 Generator Cooler Inspections
by Felix Lynch Generator Cooler CTI (Clean/Test/Inspect)
12 Hydrogen Systems
by Bruce Krieger Hydrogen System best practices.
Combustion
Turbines (Kannapolis B) - 80
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1 Top CT Issues by Kelly Rivera
Discussion of 501F industry issues topics – AS inspections, RAC piping bolts, Exhaust bearing bore drop, etc.
Discussion of 7FA industry issues/topics.
Discussion of 7EA industry issues/topics – emissions issues following maintenance, casing slip and the need to
machine flats during outages, stator cracking strategy and current TGS inspection recommendations/ findings,
how corrosion can affect C450 and how we’re dealing with it.
2 OPTIM Overview
by Sean Motta
Outage Tracking – New OPTIM, how it will be used in FHO.
3 Combustion Turbine Basics
by Kelly Rivera
CT 101 – review of Gas Turbines and Duke Fleet, explain DLN vs. MNQC; 501F vs. GE 7F; what is a CI, HGPI, Major
etc.
4 Combustion Turbine Parts
by Jeff Biega CT Parts Strategy
5 CT Borescope Program
by Kelly Rivera
Borescope Program/Component assessments – interval recommendations, prep of units and how OEM advisories
are incorporated, how this data feeds component assessments, how assessments feed outage work scopes
6 CT Outage Scope Creation
by Kelly Rivera
Outage Scoping/Intervals discussion – how a work scope is generated, Capital Parts Plan. How it can change based
on specific unit condition or industry issues.
7 CT Rotor End of Life Management
by Kenny Baxter
Rotor end of life issues a discussion on how end of life is determined, what scope is required to manage, and
financial impacts to the business.
8 CT Inventory Strategies
by Roger Harding CT Part Inventory Managing Strategies (joint presentation with supply chain Linda Constantino)
9 Aero Updates
by Josh Coots
Aero Unit updates – insufficiency of hours-based OEM maintenance intervals and where we are with creating
starts-based targets for OPTIM, package inspections… what is it and how can we offset the OEM and/ or drive
down the cost, changing strategy in the legacy aero fleet regarding expected retirement dates and the
maintenance plan going forward.
10 Asheville CT Fuel Nozzle Event
by Chris Dunn A review of Asheville fuel nozzle event.
11 Single Point Vulnerability
by Greg Young Analysis to determine what devices pose single point trips.
12 I&A Dashboard
by Clift Pompee Dashboard monitoring system overview and analysis of critical parameters
Steam Turbines (Kannapolis B) - 80
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1 Lube Oil Flush Guidance Document
by Nelson Tyner Review of the Turbine Generator LO System Cleanliness Guidance Document and provide criteria for performing
flushes on lube oil, seal oil, and EHC systems.
2 Steam Turbine Layup when NID
by Bruce Butler Provide recommended guidance on laying up units with increasing NID time to optimize unit longevity and
reliability.
3
Alignment- Tops-on/Tops-off, Tight-
Wire vs Laser
by Tick Lyle Description of methodologies and uses for laser and tight-line alignment.
4 OPTIM Inspection Intervals
by Nelson Tyner
Explanation of the major and minor steam turbine, boiler feed pump turbine, and valve inspection intervals
utilized in OPTIM.
5 Outage Planning, Staffing, Execution
by Kent Davis TGS model for planning, staffing, and executing steam turbine and valve outages across the Duke fleet.
6 Bearing Failures & Bearing Inspections
by Dan Ruggiero Steam turbine bearing inspections and failure presentation.
7 Last Stage Blade Inspections
by Eric Russell Discuss the importance of yearly last stage blade inspections, OEM inspection criteria, and needed station support
required for inspections.
8 Bartow L-0 Failures
by John Huls Bartow Station last stage blade failure presentation.
9
Over speed Trip Testing
Recommendations
by Bruce Butler
Clarification of the over speed trip testing guidelines for different OEMs and discuss recommendations of when to
perform physical over speed vs simulated/reduced speed tests.
10
Vibration Trip Logic & Trip
Recommendations
by Bruce Butler
Discussion on the differences of current legacy guidelines for vibration trip/alarm settings and automatic vs.
manual vibration trips.
11 Steam Turbine Valve Maintenance
by Tick Lyle Provide TGS recommended strategies to standardize valve maintenance activities.
12 Eng., Plan.& Support Q&A
by TGS ST Engineering TGS Steam Turbine Engineering will field all questions and interact with audience in a panel type discussion.
13 Steam Turbine Wrap Up
by Jeff Ingraham
CBM (Harrisburg A&B) - 50
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1
Rotating Machinery Time Waveform
Analysis
by Clay Boyd
Few practical, informative papers are available today on how to properly interpret time waveforms of vibration
data to detect a wide array of mechanical and electrical problems within rotating machinery. The objective of this
3-hour training will be to introduce how this should be done. Training by Technical Associates of Charlotte.
2 Vibration Case Histories
by Clay Boyd & Perry Troutman Absorber Recycle Pump Gearbox Failure Root Cause Evaluation and Cooling Tower Gear Boxes case studies
3 Vibration explored: How Bad is Bad
by Steve Raver Power plant rotating machinery past and present vibration monitoring cases
4
Lubrication Case History and
Recommendations
by Perry Troutman, Russell Flagg &
Josh Bevill
Care/Maintenance of Phosphate-Ester EHC Systems and CT Fleet Turbine Lube Oil Recommendations
5 InsightCM 3.0 Primer
by Tommy Wickline & Clay Boyd
Features and capabilities of InsightCM 3.0 to include baseline capture, alarming, ON operating state and fault
frequency discussion
6 Electrical Testing/Thermography –
by Bruce Hoge & Felix Lynch
Technical discussion and Smart Gen monitoring capabilities of Electromagnetic Signature Analysis (EMSA) and
Motor Current Signature Analysis (MCSA), plus Infrared monitoring capabilities and best practices
7
PlantView Pdm Module Facilitated
Discussion
by Tony File & Kim Green
PlantView – A facilitated open discussion that concentrates primarily on the Pdm module, “What’s working and
what’s not”
8 M&D interaction with CBM
by Mike Row & Chris Griffin
PRiSM Annunciator Panels, M&D Generated Tech Exams, Outage Coordination & Finds/Notifications Tracking
Process
9 CBM Summit Wrap-up
by Tony File CBM Summit wrap up
Project Management (Carolina B&C) - 60
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1
Managing Complex T-G Projects by Steve Castagnero
Overview of the difficulty and complexity of managing turbine and generator projects. We’ll cover risks associated
with scope discovery, resource management, multiple projects cost tracking, off-site shop quality, and constrained
funding. In addition, we’ll introduce tools and techniques to manage these risks.
2
Recent Project Control Lessons
Learned
by Brian Gibson
Review of recent project control issues including the associated casual analyses and lessons learned to prevent
reoccurrence.
3
Project Engineering Work desk by David Coates
Introduce the new Project Engineering Workdesk. This is equivalent to the Project Management Tool chest and
will provide links to Engineering Procedures, Tools & Templates and Engineering Standard Libraries to help
improve the efficiency and quality of Project Engineering.
4
Project Estimating including Risk &
Contingency by Steve Castagnero & Brian Gibson
Review of recently developed estimating tools that upload to PowerPlan, including techniques to calculate
estimate uncertainty and risk contingency.
Controls (Carolina B&C) - 60
Discussion Subject Presenter
Description of subject matter
1
Control Systems today, and in Your
Future
by Carl King
This review of our current controls system plan will emphasize managing system data for record and future
planning
2 Gigabit Communication Highway
by Wayne Cody and Chris Christenbury
Cliffside 6 is the first unit in our fleet to use a Gigabit Communication Highway. This presentation will describe
how the project is progressing from the Plant’s perspective.
3
Rotating Equipment Data Acquisition
and Protection
by Jeff Finan
Want to learn how to reduce hardware requirements, protect our rotating equipment, and still give our
operations, maintenance and engineering folks the information that they need? If so, this informative session is
for you.
4
The Ins and Outs of Control System
Networking
by Carl King
Learn about access to and from our Duke Corporate Network. Includes Remote Access, File Transfers and PI
interfaces.
5 Duke Simulator Update
by David OHara
We all see that Simulators are becoming more important for many of our stations. Come and hear about where
we have simulators and how they are helping our operations groups.
6 Cyber Compliance and the Real World
by John Grube
Cyber security is a buzzword in the media and conversations with your geeky friends. Some recent cyber security
events and how they can or cannot affect our plant systems will be presented.
7 Controls Roundtable
by Jeff Finan
Bring any successes, challenges or recommendations from your sites and be prepared to talk about what is going
on in your world.