10MW Container Generator Sets (Yuchai 12VC, Yanan Complete‑set Supply): Overseas Prime & Standby Power Project
Ten containerized diesel generator sets with 1000 kW unit output, powered by Yuchai 12VC engines and fully integrated by Yanan, were delivered for a large‑scale overseas industrial project, serving as both prime power and emergency standby power for the site.
1. Project Background
This large‑scale overseas industrial facility operates on a non‑stop production schedule. Production equipment, site ventilation, water supply and safety‑related systems are critical loads. Unexpected grid outages may trigger production shutdown, economic losses and potential site‑safety hazards. After technical comparison, the project owner adopted the complete genset solution: Yanan undertakes full‑set integration with high‑power Yuchai 12VC diesel engines as the power core. All units adopt container‑type design to facilitate sea freight, on‑site commissioning and subsequent maintenance.
2. Solution: Ten 1000 kW Generator Sets Powered by Yuchai 12VC
The 10‑unit combination delivers a total 10 MW power capacity and implements N+1 redundant architecture. Units can run in parallel for full‑load prime‑power output, or partial units can operate independently according to real‑time load variation. When one unit is under maintenance, the remaining units can keep power supply to avoid full‑plant shutdown.
The Yuchai 12VC high‑power engine series covers a wide power range. For this continuous prime‑power overseas scenario, engines are derated to 1000 kW genset output to enhance long‑term operational reliability. Yanan completes generator matching, container assembly and auxiliary system integration. Uniform unit specifications realize standardized spare‑parts management, operation training and after‑sales support, lowering the overall project lifecycle cost.
3. Key Technical Specifications
Engine: Yuchai 12VC, 12‑cylinder V‑type diesel engine (×10 units)
Genset Rated Output: 1 000 kW per unit, total capacity 10 000 kW (10 MW)
Complete‑set Integrator: Yanan
Configuration: container‑type, parallel‑capable, N+1 redundant, optimized for overseas sea transportation
Voltage: customer‑specified medium‑voltage output
Rated Speed: 1500 r/min
Rated Frequency: 50 Hz
Operating Mode: mixed prime power + emergency standby power
Control: ATS automatic start upon mains failure, AVR voltage regulation, multi‑unit parallel controller
4. Project Benefits
Since commissioning, the 10 MW power fleet integrated by Yanan with Yuchai 12VC engines has delivered stable power guarantee for the overseas industrial site. In periods of unstable local grid supply, the generator sets work as prime power to sustain continuous production. When grid power is normal, units remain in hot‑standby mode and start rapidly upon blackout to secure on‑site assets and operational safety. Compared with solutions relying on a small number of high‑capacity single units, the multi‑unit parallel design improves power‑supply reliability. Pre‑integrated container configuration greatly reduces on‑site installation workload overseas.
5. FAQ
Q: Why adopt a ten‑unit parallel solution instead of fewer higher‑capacity single units? A: Multi‑unit parallel configuration enables flexible load adjustment and N+1 redundancy. Individual units can be taken offline for maintenance without plant‑wide power interruption. Uniform Yuchai 12VC‑based units also simplify spare‑part inventory and field‑service work overseas.
Q: What is the scope of cooperation between Yanan and Yuchai for this project? A: Yuchai supplies core Yuchai 12VC high‑power diesel engines. Yanan is responsible for generator matching, complete‑set integration, container manufacturing, auxiliary‑system assembly and final delivery for overseas projects.
Q: Can these units operate for both prime‑power and standby‑power duty? A: Yes. The Yuchai 12VC engine supports long‑duration prime‑power continuous operation, and also fulfils emergency standby requirements to match dual‑mode demands of this overseas industrial project.
Q: Why are 10 units specified for this project? A: The project requires total 10 MW power capacity. For this continuous prime‑power application, Yuchai 12VC engines are derated for 1000 kW genset output. Calculation: 10 000 kW ÷ 1000 kW per genset = 10 units. The Yuchai 12VC series is capable of higher power ratings; derating is applied for enhanced reliability under continuous‑run conditions. The multi‑unit setup delivers N+1 redundancy for the site.