Kaplan Turbines

Kaplan Turbines are impeller-turbines, where the runner turns in the water flow like a ship´s propeller.

Kaplan water turbine is axial overpressure water turbine, which has a radial inflow, outflow, however axial. It is used for high flow rates and low lows. For a wide range of flow rate is achieved a very good yields, even more than 92%. More than 20 years of experience means the accumulation of experience and knowledge that guarantee internationally competitive solutions.

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Runner blades and wicket gate are designed adjustable, to ensure an adaption to an unsteady water level and a changing head.

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These turbines are mostly used in run-of-river power stations.

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DOUBLE KAPLAN