Siemens, Emirates Smart Solutions to renovate Esna Barrage and Lock in Luxor
Updated 11/3/2024 3:49:00 PM
Arab Finance: Siemens and Emirates Smart Solutions (ESS), a subsidiary of Etimad Holding Group in the UAE, have signed a contract for the renovation of the Esna Barrage and Lock in Luxor, as per an emailed press release.
This project was assigned to ESS by the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation.
Based on the contract, Siemens will supply, design, install, test, and operate a SCADA system to control the movement of the Esna Barrage's gates, while providing a monitoring system for water levels.
The monitoring system is set to be integrated into the Distributed Control System (DCS) for the Esna Hydroelectric Power Station.
The project aligns with the Egyptian government's efforts to boost water utilization efficiency in the country.
Moreover, Siemens will supply a gate movement control system that utilizes a new motor and variable speed drives, alongside fiber optic networks.
Operational tests of the project will be carried out on the installed systems to verify their effectiveness, ensuring they operate at full capacity and meet project requirements.
Also, Siemens will provide training for Ministry of Irrigation employees through courses tailored to improve their knowledge of smart solutions for operating and maintaining the installed systems.
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