Ebara Elliott Energy (EEE) has completed a major electrical upgrade at its Jeannette, Pennsylvania, manufacturing facility. The upgrade, which began in late 2022, now enables EEE to complete full speed and full load testing of compressors and electrical equipment up to 100 MW, or approximately 134,102 hp (100,040 kW).
The project involved a close collaboration with First Energy and the installation of a new power line, including a main 138 Kv breaker, a 100MVA power transformer, and a series of capacitor banks.
“With the push to reduce emissions and shorten overall project cycle times we identified the trend toward high power electrification many years ago,” said Ron Josefczyk, vice president of global manufacturing at EEE. “Our expanded capabilities prove our commitment to be a top provider to energy customers — the future of testing starts here.”
According to EEE, the completion of this upgrade is a direct response to the strong and growing energy demand, particularly in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) market. By expanding its testing capabilities, the company is well-equipped to support its customers’ transition to greener energy solutions and meet evolving environmental standards.
“Now we have one of the largest testing capabilities in the world,” said Mark Babyak, vice president of new apparatus sales at EEE. “We’ve got a world-class operation for our world-class customers. This upgrade allows us to help customers transition to greener solutions, and it solidifies our role in supporting a sustainable future for the energy industry.”
