The product was delivered to Japanese power generation company Jera Co Inc's Hekinan Thermal Power Station for the demonstration of fuel ammonia substitution, and it has successfully operated using liquid ammonia on-site.
Ebara developed this leak-free pump with a new structure in 2023. The delivered product features a design where even the motor part is immersed in liquid ammonia, allowing it to operate without leaking liquid ammonia externally. In this demonstration test, the product was installed in an outdoor environment at the power plant and operated using liquid ammonia under various patterns and loads. Ebara says that in all cases, the product achieved excellent results in terms of performance and functionality. During operation, it was quieter compared to conventional products, and there were no leaks of liquid ammonia, confirming not only the reliability of its design but also its safety and environmental benefits.
