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Optimizing GE LM-6000 gas turbines with Braden’s proven technologies
Operators of GE LM-6000 gas turbines are under constant pressure to improve performance while meeting increasingly strict environmental standards. Backed by over 15 000 MW of installed generating capacity, Braden has developed a portfolio of solutions that deliver measurable efficiency gains, robust performance, and reliable emissions compliance.
Modular design for accelerated project delivery
In today’s power sector, schedule certainty is as valuable as efficiency or emissions performance. Delays not only drive-up project costs but also risk eroding investor and community confidence. Braden’s modular design philosophy directly tackles this challenge. By delivering pre-fabricated catalytic systems, the company reduces logistical complexity, shortens on-site construction, and accelerates commissioning. The Harris County, Texas, installation of an LM-6000PD simple cycle catalytic system, completed ahead of schedule,
illustrates how modularity is no longer just a design choice, but a strategic advantage in high- demand markets.
Performance metrics that matter Braden’s SCR (selective catalytic reduction) systems are engineered for high thermal and flow conditions associated with LM-6000 operations. Key parameters include:
Gas temperature: Continuous operation at 850°F, with excursions up to 932°F. Gas flow rate: Exceeding 1.03 million pounds per hour, ensuring compatibility with high- output units.
Pressure drop: Limited to 12 inches water gauge, minimizing parasitic losses and preserving turbine efficiency.
By operating without tempering air, Braden’s systems avoid unnecessary auxiliary loads. This design choice directly reduces parasitic power consumption, increasing net plant output and lowering cost of generation.
Environmental compliance without compromise
Achieving low emissions without efficiency trade- offs is a core requirement for modern power
plants. Braden’s catalytic systems reduce NOx emissions from 25 ppmvd to just 2.5 ppmvd @ 15% O2
5 ppmvd @ 15% O2 stringent air permits.
, enabling compliance with
Acoustic control is integrated into system design. Near-field levels are kept at 85 dBA at 3 ft, while far-field levels are reduced to 70 dBA at 400 ft, addressing both regulatory noise standards and community acceptance.
Fully integrated, turnkey supply Braden delivers complete SCR systems through qualified fabrication facilities in the US, Mexico and Canada. Scope includes: SCR reactors and catalyst systems; expansion joints;
ammonia storage and delivery systems; continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) with data acquisition. This turnkey approach consolidates accountability, reduces interface risks, and ensures system-level optimization from fabrication through commissioning.
Supporting the energy transition Gas turbines remain indispensable in balancing modern grids, particularly as intermittent renewable penetration increases. The challenge is no longer simply achieving performance but sustaining efficiency and regulatory compliance across a wide range of part-load and cycling operations. For LM-6000 operators, this means managing high thermal variability, minimizing parasitic losses, and ensuring emissions control systems respond dynamically to fluctuating duty cycles.
Harris County selective catalytic reduction system installation underway. Photo: Braden
Braden’s field experience demonstrates that advanced SCR design – optimized for low pressure drop, high mass flow rates, and tight ammonia slip control – enables operators to meet these technical requirements without compromising dispatch flexibility. By integrating catalyst performance modeling, modular fabrication strategies, and system-level acoustic attenuation, Braden positions gas turbines not as legacy assets but as high-performance, low-emissions enablers of the energy transition. This perspective is essential as the industry redefines the role of thermal generation in delivering both reliability and decarbonization.
Find out more at
www.braden.com
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