We’ve been operating a Siemens SGT6-5000F gas turbine, and over the past year, we’ve encountered several recurring issues that are affecting performance and reliability. The most common problems we’ve seen include:
Compressor fouling during extended operations.
Hot gas path component wear after fewer operating hours than expected.
Vibration spikes during startup, especially in cold weather.
We’ve implemented some mitigation strategies, but we’re still seeing efficiency losses and maintenance challenges. Has anyone else experienced similar issues with Siemens turbines? What best practices or long-term solutions have you found effective?
We had issues with compressor fouling on our SGT6-5000F, and we found that wet compression systems can accelerate fouling if not properly monitored. We implemented a regular online washing schedule and saw a noticeable improvement in performance.