http://www.micronicsflowmeters.com Hydroelectric Power is a energy source harnessed from flowing water and has been converted into into electricity through the use of turbines. This is still a very prominent source of energy in the modern day. This presentation will show you why it is important to keep track of of this power generation and how Ultrasonic Flow Meters are the easiest way to approach the flow measurement. For more information, visit our website: http://www.micronicsflowmeters.com

1. Hydroelectric Power Generation

2. Hydroelectric Power Generation
 Hydroelectric Power is energy that has been harnessed from flowing water
and been converted via turbines into electricity
 Even though they are relatively basic in design, the principle of
channelling water from a naturally flowing river to a turbine that converts
said water into usable energy is still used in power generation today
 This is commonly known as ‘Run of River’ hydroelectricity

3. Storage & Pumped Storage
 The other two main forms of Hydroelectric Power Generation are storage and
pumped storage
 Storage includes a reservoir of water found at height behind a dam or ‘Head’
 The water is released in controlled amounts down piping or tunnels where it will
flow over turbines
 These turbines turn the pressure of the water and drive a generator, converting the
water’s energy into electricity
 Pumped storage uses the same process, but a second reservoir is located at the
bottom to store the water that has passed down the pipes. This water is then reused
the following day

4. Ultrasonic Flow Meters
 Ultrasonic Clamp-on Flow Meter technology has been used as a cost-
effective solution in various Industries and businesses
 One of these uses includes measuring and controlling the flow of water in
hydroelectric power plants
 The Ultrasonic Flow Meter is attached to the outside of the piping in which
the water flows
 This shows that they are easy to install and maintain without disrupting
the process or the flow of the water

5. Transit & Doppler Flow Meters
 Transit Flow Meters emit and record sound waves
 If the water is still, there will be no change to the sound wave. However, as
the water moves, the difference between the sent and received sound
waves are measured and recorded
 Doppler Flow Meters measure sound waves that are reflected off of
particles in the liquid
 The water in hydroelectric power plants is unlikely to have sufficient
particles for accurate measuring
 Therefore, a Transit Time Flow Meter would be the suitable option,
providing highly accurate readings

6. The Benefits
 Through providing accurate and reliable measurements in water
flow, the Flow Meters offer cost-saving benefits
 These include a reduction in the need for maintenance and the
costly downtime it can incur
 Other benefits include optimal efficiency, as well as the
opportunity to spot potential issues before the even occur

7. MICRONICS
As leading UK manufacturers and suppliers of Ultrasonic Flow
Meters for a full range of industrial applications, Micronics have
the knowledge and experience to advise your company on the
most suitable Ultrasonic Flow Meter device for your specific
application. Visit our website today:
http://www.micronicsflowmeters.com
Or for a free, no obligation quote call our Flow Meter experts
today on:
01628 810456