A team led by AK Harit, General Manager, DlW, Varanasi visited BHEl, Bhopal the other day. During the visit the team went through New Traction Block, Old Traction Block and CIM Block, appreciating the facilities available in the blocks.
The possibility of BHEl, Bhopal getting approved with Part-II approval for AC motors of Siemens design has gained momentum with the visit. BHEl, Bhopal is capable of manufacturing almost 32 traction alternators every month.
looking at the facilities available, orders for more alternators from railways can be gained.
Meanwhile, BHEl, Bhopal’s large Electrical Machines Division has successfully manufactured the 12 megawatt AC Induction motor for NTPC, lara, Chhattisgarh.
The motor has undergone all tests successfully and is ready for dispatch.
BHEl, Bhopal has received orders for manufacturing 5no’s motor from BGR group for NTPC, lara project of which the 1st motor is ready for dispatch.