GE Energy

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Generator Test and Inspection

When it Comes to Testing and Diagnosing
Your Equipments Condition,
It Pays to Stay With A World Leader

Electrical

Utilizing the latest technology, diagnostic tools, and expertise,

HIPOT

RACER (Rapid Analysis Core Evaluation Report) - replaces ELCID

Stator Core Integrity Test

GE Energy is an industry leader in testing, inspecting,

DC Leakage

and analyzing the condition of your generators and

Copper Winding Resistance

generator components.*

Insulation Resistance w/Polarization Index

RTD Resistance Test

Mechanical

Core Ring Test

Comprehensive Visual Inspection

MAGIC - Generator In-situ Robotic Inspection, performed
without removing the field, avoiding significant expense
Main Lead Inspection
Copper Dust Inspection

Partial Discharge Analysis (PDA), the latest in diagnostic

testing methods
Flux Probe (Field Shorted Turn Detector)
Wet Stator Bar Capacitance Mapping

Stator Bar Clearance Measurement

Wedge Tightness Testing
Vibration Modal Testing
Operational Deflection Shape
Structural Components

End Winding
Visual Inspection

Generator Core Noise Measurement

Generator Stator End Winding Resonance Test
UT Flow Test of Cooling Water Circuit
NDE of Retaining Rings and Field Bore

MAGIC In-situ
Inspection

On-line monitoring systems and off-line testing

equipment that keep equipment problems and
maintenance costs under control

Core Monitor

* GEs standard testing and inspecting recommendations can be found

in GEK-103566.

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On-Line Monitoring Systems

Mobile Test and Inspect Units

Stator Leak Monitor (SLMS)

Units strategically located throughout Europe

Generator Gas Monitoring System (Core Monitor)

Technicians with local language capabilities

H2 Purity Monitor

Fast response times

End Winding Vibration Monitor

Fully equipped units to cover all levels of inspection

Highly skilled technicians providing on the spot assessments
and reports
Direct access to GE generator engineering through the Power
Stator Leak Monitor

Answer Center (PAC)

Off-Line Specialized Test

and Inspection Equipment
Hydraulic Integrity Test (HIT) Skid for quick and

GE Advantage
GE's Generator Test and Inspection programs enable a risk

accurate identification of leaks

Helium Tracer Gas Leak Testing

assessment on the generator condition and provide various

MAGIC (In-situ Inspection Robot)

maintenance and operating options. Our enhanced offerings,

Boresonic Test System for rotor forging integrity

dedicated generator specialists, extensive training and continued

NDE (UT/EC) Retaining Ring Inspection System

investment ensure a comprehensive service that will meet your

(can also be performed on-site without field removal)

generator service needs.

GEs Patented Hydraulic

Integrity Test Skid (HITS)

For more information, visit www.ge.com/energy

or contact your local GE representative.
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GEA13004B (01/2011)