Wednesday, February 21, 2007 8:09:02 PM
It really isn't all that complicated. Based on the power requirement, the time period, and the preference for new versus used, there are five different manufacturers we have created strategic alliances with. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, so part of the future role is matching the best supplier against the condition requirements of the client.
Depending on the engine, and whether it is single or combined cycle, we utilize the efficiency rate of the engine set to be quoted with the manufacturer. We have programs that were provided specifically to us to determine fuel input versus power output for cost adjusting, and the manufacturer / turnkey provider ultimately warrants the final performance guarantees contractually (this is what separates the manufacturers - the thresholds of their warranties for operation versus the cost of the equipement versus the efficiency sought).
To better answer your question, the real power plant clients already know this information BEFORE they come to us. If they researched the company, and have any experience in closing deals, the very reason they have called is because they did the math independently and want to discuss the cost of reactor integration for future projects. I know you have not given the company one inch since I've been involved, but you have grossly underestimated the value of figures the company has already made public, and the viability / application of this to the genuine power market who are clearly responding in mass. The messages sent to you yesterday alone would have allowed you to answer this question today if you had so chose.
I certainly see more precedence for projects involving combined cycle though, because as you could guess, the heightened efficiency may cost more initially, but it quickly adds up in terms of fuel savings and maximizing kWH value.
