Mal Stein, SSE Thermal
Senior Reliability Condition Monitoring Engineer
Mal Stein has dedicated 37 years to the Power Generation Industry, travelling the globe to investigate vibration issues at over 200 power generation sites.
Mal's expertise includes extensive knowledge of both low-speed and high-speed balancing, acquired through his work at various overspeed facilities across Europe, South Africa, and Brazil.
As a Senior Reliability Condition Monitoring Engineer at SSE Thermal, Mal focuses on monitoring the vibration of large rotating machinery and analysing potential defects that could lead to generation losses.
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Presentation
Utilising alarm functions in PlantProtech Vision software for effective condition monitoring.
Abstract
In this presentation, Mal Stein will discuss how SSE Thermal employs the alarm functions within the PlantProtech Vision system for daily monitoring of their plant. By effectively capturing and identifying vibration concerns, SSE enhances its operational reliability and minimises downtime. This session will provide insights into practical applications and the significance of condition monitoring in maintaining the efficiency of power generation assets.
Mal Stein: Beran Conference 2024
Harnessing advanced techniques in condition monitoring
At the Beran Conference 2024, we had the pleasure of hearing from Mal Stein, Senior Reliability Condition Monitoring Engineer at SSE Thermal.
Mal delivered an insightful session on how SSE Thermal leverages the alarm functions within PlantProtech™ Vision for day-to-day monitoring, enabling early detection and resolution of plant health issues.
Mal's extensive knowledge of condition monitoring left the audience eager to dive deeper into the topic!
Mal's presentation sparked significant interest, generating numerous questions from delegates about integrating advanced monitoring systems to enhance operational efficiency.
Thank you, Mal, for sharing your expertise with us!
About SSE Thermal
SSE Thermal, a prominent division of SSE plc, is a key player in the UK's energy sector.
Dedicated to supporting the nation's transition to a net zero future, SSE Thermal focuses on providing flexible, reliable, and low-carbon energy solutions. Their commitment to innovation is evident in our work on cutting-edge carbon capture and hydrogen technologies across the UK.
SSE Thermal operates an industry-leading fleet of flexible generation and energy storage assets, ensuring a stable and sustainable energy supply.
With over 600 direct employees across the UK and Ireland, they are driven by a vision to become the leading provider of flexible thermal energy in a net zero world.
This paper, authored by Mal Stein, Senior Condition Monitoring Engineer at SSE Thermal, and Duncan Affleck, Global Sales and Business Development Manager at Beran, emphasises the critical role of site walk-downs performed by engineers.
Using their senses—listening, looking, hearing, and smelling—they detect minor changes in machinery that could indicate potential issues before they escalate into major problems. By promptly reporting and addressing these observations, engineers can prevent significant deterioration.
