A Kaplan turbine blade, coated with Sulzer Metco SUME™Turb.

The benefits of thermal-sprayed coatings in water turbines

Hydroelectric power contributes importantly towards the expansion of renewable energy sources. Sulzer Metco coatings protect many water turbine components from erosion and corrosion damage; thus, they contribute to a safe, economical, and environmentally friendly energy supply.

Sulzer Technical Review, Issue 03/2011
Author(s): Hans-Michael Höhle, Montia C. Nestler
Division: Sulzer Metco

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