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Wheel Refurbishing Workshop: New Technologies and Expanded Performance
Our Wheel Refurbishing Workshop (RR) is dedicated to the repair of pump and turbine wheels abraded by water-borne sediments. The development of new technologies now allows us to optimise repair works on wheels while also considerably improving their final quality.FMA: Sublin Discharge Conduit Replacement
In 2016, FMA (Forces Motrices de l’Avançon) contracted us to replace most of the Vignasse discharge conduit, which is nearly 120 years old. This 900 mm di-ameter conduit with a maximum free surface flow rate of 6 m3/s is an essential element for the operation of the plant.Our services
HYDRO Exploitation has acquired a unique and proven experience in power generation facilities. Our extensive service portfolio puts us in a position to cover all areas of power generation, from consultancy to overhaul services.
Who are we ?
Based in Sion, HYDRO Exploitation SA was founded in June 2002 by Grande Dixence SA, EOS Holding SA and FMV SA - joined by Romande Energie Holding SA and Les Forces Motrices de la Gougra SA for the operation and maintenance of hydroelectric facilities.
The company employs 400 people from the Haut-Valais to the Jura Vaudois. Together, they operate 46 hydroelectric facilities that produce more than 16% of Switzerland's hydroelectric energy.