The "Lidio Ramón Pérez" Thermoelectric Plant (Felton) continues maintenance and repair work on one of its generating units. Photo: Taken from cubadebate.cu

Repairs Progress at Lidio Ramón Pérez Thermoelectric Plant

In an effort combining surgical precision and unwavering determination. The teams at the Lidio Ramón Pérez Thermoelectric Plant (CTE), in the municipality of Mayari, are carrying out highly technical work on unit one.

The objective is clear and vital for the nation: to meet the 96-hour deadline for its reintegration into the National Electric System (SEN). After its shutdown on May 11th.

Moreover the work, confirmed by plant managers to Radio Angulo Digital. It focuses on replacing the bearings of the Regenerative Air Heaters (CAR). A task considered highly complex. The technical teams are working against the clock. Aware that maximum accuracy in this operation is essential for the future stability of the generation process.

Furthermore in parallel, the detection of a leak in the boiler tubes, identified after a hydraulic test. So it has set the course for the coming hours. It was reported that the leak will be repaired during the night of May 12th. Demonstrating the specialists’ ability to respond to unforeseen events.

No less important are the other actions being carried out to bring this important unit back online. The hopper slag removal and the cleaning of auxiliary equipment are ongoing. Some tasks being completed strictly according to the established schedule.

Also the reintegration of Unit One of the Lidio Ramón Pérez Power Plant is not just another item in the sector’s daily report. This plant represents one of the cornerstones of baseload power generation in the eastern region. An essential link in the complex national distribution chain.

In a context where every megawatt (MW) is crucial to mitigating the generation capacity deficit facing the archipelago. With the return of Mayari to the grid provides tangible relief to household demand and the economy.

The commitment of the electrical sector workers in Holguin reflects the national strategy of not succumbing to technological and supply complexities. Every hour of work invested in these “precision tasks” translates into greater stability for the ailing service network. And relief for a population that depends on the stable operation of the large base units.

From the Lidio Ramón Pérez team, the motto is firm: complete the work with quality to synchronize on time.

By: Daimy Peña Guillén

Radio Angulo
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