Freeport Power Plant
Freeport, NY

AKF was retained by F&S Power (Fresh Meadow Mechanical) to provide engineering services and develop construction documents for installation of a 48-mega watt dual fuel, gas turbine generator. The simple cycle plant is designed to provide power during periods of peak operating seasons.

The power plant equipment included one 48-mega watt, GE LM 6,000, Sprint model gas turbine, gas booster system, electric drive refrigeration machine, cooling towers, mechanical auxiliary building, electrical auxiliary building, ammonia tank, demineralized water system, transformers and switch gear. The generator produces electric power at 13.8 KV, which then steps up to 69 KV for connection to the power grid. Additional transformers of 13.8 KV to 4.16 KV and 480-volts were used to support the power plant equipment. Power distribution feeders were installed underground in concrete duct banks for connection to the utility.

Environmental considerations required installation of a 187-foot tall stack and an ammonia SCR system to maintain emissions at acceptable levels. AKF functioned as the prime design consultant. Structural engineers were retained by AKF for design services including site work, foundations, equipment pads, etc. Other services provided by AKF included coordination with all trades, construction supervision and punch listing.

The project was scheduled was to be designed, constructed and ready for commercial operation within five months.