Power Generation
Power generation facilities operate under some of the most demanding pressure, temperature, and vibration conditions found in any industrial sector. Whether the plant runs on gas, steam, biomass, waste-to-energy, or combined-cycle configurations, accurate pressure measurement is fundamental to safe operation, thermal efficiency, regulatory compliance, and asset protection. From the fuel gas supply feeding a turbine combustor through to the condenser vacuum on the steam side, every stage of the generation cycle depends on pressure data to control processes, trigger safety interlocks, and inform maintenance decisions. Stork Solutions supplies a comprehensive range of industrial pressure transmitters, ATEX/IECEx-approved pressure sensors, high-pressure transmitters, digital pressure sensors, and differential pressure transmitters that serve the full spectrum of power generation applications. With output options including 4-20 mA, HART, RS485 Modbus RTU, IO-Link, and I2C, our sensors integrate into legacy analogue control systems and modern digital plant networks alike. Stork Solutions works with power station operators, EPC contractors, turbine OEMs, and maintenance teams to deliver instrumentation that performs reliably across decades of continuous service.
DMP 333
Key Power Generation Applications:
Pressure Transmitters for Boilers, Steam Systems, and Heat Recovery Steam Generators
Boiler drum pressure, superheater outlet pressure, feedwater pressure, and HRSG module pressures are among the most critical measurements in any thermal power plant. These readings feed directly into combustion control, steam temperature regulation, safety valve monitoring, and load dispatch calculations. Sensor failure or drift in these positions can lead to efficiency losses, unplanned shutdowns, or safety incidents. The DMK 331 Industrial Pressure Transmitter, with its ceramic piezoresistive sensor, provides excellent long-term stability and resistance to thermal shock, making it well suited to steam-side measurement points where temperature cycling and condensate exposure are routine. For higher-pressure steam circuits, including main steam headers and high-pressure feedwater systems, the DMP 333 Industrial Pressure Transmitter offers a welded stainless steel sensor with no internal seals, eliminating a common failure mode in high-temperature, high-pressure steam service. Where digital communication is required for integration into modern DCS or SCADA platforms, the DCT 533 Industrial Pressure Transmitter with IO-Link provides IO-Link V1.1 connectivity alongside a robust welded sensor, enabling remote parameterisation, diagnostic monitoring, and automatic device replacement without manual recalibration. For condenser vacuum and low-pressure steam applications, the DMP 331 Industrial Pressure Transmitter in absolute pressure configuration delivers the stable, low-range measurement that condenser performance monitoring and turbine exhaust pressure control demand.
Gas Turbine, Fuel Supply, and Combustion System Pressure Monitoring
Gas turbine power plants and combined-cycle facilities rely on precise fuel gas pressure measurement to maintain combustion stability, control emissions, and protect turbine components from pressure excursions. From the gas receiving station through pressure regulation skids, fuel gas heaters, and combustor supply manifolds, every stage of the fuel path requires reliable pressure instrumentation. Because natural gas and biogas are classified as explosive atmospheres, sensors installed in these zones must carry appropriate hazardous area certification. The DMK 351 Industrial Pressure Transmitter provides ATEX/IECEx-approved intrinsically safe operation with a ceramic sensor that resists the condensate and trace contaminants found in fuel gas streams. For fuel oil systems, diesel generator fuel supply circuits, and lubricating oil pressure monitoring on turbine bearings and gearboxes, the DMP 331 Industrial Pressure Transmitter offers versatile, ATEX-certified measurement across a wide range of pressures and media. Where turbine hydraulic control systems operate at elevated pressures, the DMP 334 Industrial Pressure Transmitter and its precision variant, the DMP 334 i, provide the accuracy and pressure range (up to 2200 bar) needed for hydraulic actuator control, trip oil systems, and high-pressure fuel injection monitoring.
Cooling Water, Condensate, and Auxiliary System Pressure Measurement
Beyond the primary steam and gas paths, power stations depend on a network of auxiliary systems that each require reliable pressure monitoring. Cooling water circuits, condensate extraction pumps, deaerator vessels, chemical dosing systems, compressed air networks, and fire suppression systems all contribute to safe and efficient plant operation. Failure to monitor pressure in these systems can result in pump cavitation, water hammer, chemical feed errors, or fire protection system unavailability. The DMK 331 Industrial Pressure Transmitter is well suited to cooling water and condensate applications where the ceramic sensor’s resistance to water-side corrosion and particulate contamination provides long service life with minimal maintenance. For level measurement in condensate hotwell tanks, feedwater storage tanks, and cooling tower basins, the LMK 351 Screw-In Level Transmitter offers a compact, robust solution that installs directly into the vessel without the need for external impulse piping. Where compressed air system pressure monitoring is required, the DCT 531 i Precision Pressure Transmitter with RS485 Modbus RTU provides digital communication for integration into plant-wide monitoring networks, supporting predictive maintenance strategies by tracking compressor performance trends over time.
High-Pressure Measurement for Supercritical Plant, Hydraulic Power Units, and Safety Systems
Modern supercritical and ultra-supercritical coal-fired power stations, along with certain waste-to-energy and biomass plants, operate at main steam pressures that exceed the range of standard industrial transmitters. Hydraulic power units (HPUs) that drive turbine control valves, governor systems, and emergency trip mechanisms also operate at pressures where sensor selection is critical to both measurement accuracy and system safety. The SHP 1000 High Pressure Transmitter, with measurement ranges from 2000 bar to 5000 bar, serves the most demanding high-pressure measurement points in power generation, including hydraulic accumulator monitoring, safety valve test rigs, and supercritical steam research facilities. For the more common high-pressure range up to 2200 bar found in turbine hydraulic control systems, the DMP 334 i Precision Pressure Transmitter delivers the measurement precision that control valve positioning and trip system verification require. The DMP 304 Industrial Pressure Transmitter for Ultra High Pressure extends the range further for specialist applications such as hydrostatic testing of boiler tubes, pressure vessel proof testing, and high-pressure water jetting used during outage maintenance.
Equip Your Power Station with Instrumentation That Performs
Power generation assets are expected to run continuously for years between major overhauls, and the instrumentation installed on them must match that expectation. Whether you are specifying sensors for a new-build combined-cycle plant, retrofitting digital transmitters onto an existing coal or biomass station, or sourcing replacement sensors for a planned outage, Stork Solutions’ UK-based engineering team can support you from application review through to product selection, calibration, and delivery. We work with power station operators, EPC contractors, turbine and boiler OEMs, and specialist maintenance providers across the UK and internationally. Contact us today to discuss your power generation instrumentation requirements, request datasheets, or arrange a technical consultation.