EN ENERGY Technologies supplied a 7.2MW Huachai-Deutz gas generator power solution for an oil and gas field project in Shanxi, China, providing reliable field power for oil extraction equipment, pumping units, electric motors, and other critical site loads.
Located at an altitude of approximately 2,000 meters, the project required a reliable power generation system capable of supporting continuous oilfield operations under high-altitude conditions.
The power station consists of six 1.2MW generator systems, with each 1.2MW system configured with four 300kW generator units operating in parallel. The complete project is equipped with 24 Huachai-Deutz HC6V132 gas engines, providing a total installed capacity of 7.2MW.
Oil and gas fields require stable electricity to support production equipment and field infrastructure. Pumping units, electric motors, auxiliary equipment, control systems, and other electrical loads need a dependable power supply to maintain continuous operation.
For this Shanxi project, EN ENERGY Technologies developed a modular gas generator power generation system based on multiple generator sets operating in parallel.
The main project configuration includes:
| Project Parameter | Specification |
| Total Installed Capacity | 7.2MW |
| Application | Oil & Gas Field |
| Location | Shanxi, China |
| Operating Altitude | Approximately 2,000 meters |
| Generator Configuration | 6 × 1.2MW |
| Parallel Configuration | 4 × 300kW per 1.2MW system |
| Total Engine Quantity | 24 units |
| Engine Model | Huachai-Deutz HC6V132 |
| Main Application | Oilfield Field Power Supply |
| Typical Loads | Pumping Units, Electric Motors and Auxiliary Equipment |
This modular configuration distributes the total electrical load among multiple generator units rather than depending on a single large-capacity generator.
The project uses Huachai-Deutz HC6V132 gas engines, a proven engine platform for industrial gas power generation applications.
The HC6V132 platform is also available in smaller-capacity Huachai-Deutz natural gas generator solutions, providing flexibility for projects with different power requirements.
For the 7.2MW Shanxi project, a total of 24 HC6V132 engines are configured across six 1.2MW power generation systems.
The multi-unit design allows the generator system to distribute the electrical load across multiple engines while providing greater flexibility for operation and maintenance.
One of the key characteristics of this project is its modular parallel configuration.
The total 7.2MW capacity consists of:
6 × 1.2MW generator systems
Each 1.2MW system consists of:
4 × 300kW generator units operating in parallel
This configuration provides a combined installed capacity of 7.2MW.
Parallel generator systems can provide several practical advantages for oilfield power applications.
Oilfield power demand can vary according to pumping schedules, equipment operation, production conditions, and auxiliary electrical loads.
With multiple generator units available, the system can be configured to match actual electrical demand more efficiently.
When power demand is relatively low, fewer generator units may be required. As electrical demand increases, additional units can be brought into operation according to the project's control strategy.
This modular approach helps avoid continuously operating oversized generating equipment at low loads.
A multi-unit generator configuration provides greater flexibility than relying on one large generator.
Individual generator units can be inspected or maintained while other units remain available to support site loads, subject to the project's operating configuration and load requirements.
This is particularly valuable for oilfield projects where maintaining power availability is important for continuous production operations.
The six 1.2MW systems provide a modular approach to achieving the project's total 7.2MW capacity.
This type of configuration can be adapted to different oilfield power requirements by adjusting the number and capacity of generator units.
For more information about multi-unit power generation, see EN Generator's parallel gas generator system.
The Shanxi project operates at an altitude of approximately 2,000 meters, which requires careful consideration during generator selection and power station design.
At elevated altitudes, lower air density can affect engine air intake, combustion, cooling performance, and available engine output.
Therefore, high-altitude generator applications require evaluation of several factors, including:
Site altitude
Ambient temperature
Fuel gas composition
Required electrical capacity
Load characteristics
Cooling system configuration
Continuous operating conditions
Maintenance requirements
For this project, the generator configuration was designed around the site's altitude, electrical requirements, fuel conditions, and oilfield operating environment.
This highlights why selecting an industrial gas generator set should involve more than simply matching the generator's rated power with the site's peak electricity demand.
The primary purpose of the 7.2MW power station is to provide field power for oil and gas production operations.
Oil extraction equipment such as pumping units and electric motors can create significant and changing electrical loads during operation.
A suitable power generation system therefore needs to provide stable voltage and frequency while responding appropriately to variations in electrical demand.
For remote oilfield facilities, gas generator sets can be particularly practical when natural gas or associated petroleum gas is available locally.
By utilizing available gas resources for electricity generation, operators can establish an on-site power source for production equipment and supporting facilities.
Gas generator sets are widely used in oil and gas applications where a suitable gas fuel supply is available.
Depending on the project, gas engines may utilize:
Natural gas
Associated petroleum gas
Biogas
Other suitable gaseous fuels
For oilfield applications, utilizing locally available gas can provide an alternative to relying entirely on grid electricity or transporting other fuels to remote production sites.
Typical applications include:
Oil extraction facilities
Oilfield pumping systems
Gas gathering stations
Gas processing facilities
Remote field camps
Pipeline facilities
Industrial field power stations
Distributed energy systems
EN ENERGY Technologies provides customized gas power generation solutions according to the project's power demand, fuel conditions, operating environment, and application requirements.
The 7.2MW Shanxi project demonstrates the application of a modular gas generator system for oil and gas field power supply.
With six 1.2MW generator systems and a total of 24 Huachai-Deutz HC6V132 engines, the project provides a substantial installed power capacity while maintaining a modular system architecture.
The combination of multiple generator units and parallel operation provides flexibility for managing electrical loads and maintaining power availability during planned maintenance.
For oil and gas operators, particularly those working in remote or high-altitude environments, generator selection should consider not only total power capacity but also fuel availability, site altitude, load characteristics, maintenance requirements, and long-term operating conditions.
EN ENERGY Technologies develops gas generator sets and customized power generation systems for industrial and energy applications.
The company's project experience includes multi-unit gas generator systems designed for oilfields, gas fields, industrial facilities, and other applications requiring reliable on-site electricity.
EN Generator's engineering team can evaluate key project parameters such as:
Required power capacity
Gas fuel composition
Site altitude
Ambient temperature
Electrical load profile
Generator configuration
Parallel operation requirements
Cooling system requirements
Maintenance conditions
Based on these parameters, the generator configuration can be developed to match the specific requirements of the project.
The successful application of the 7.2MW Huachai-Deutz gas generator system in Shanxi demonstrates how multi-unit generator configurations can provide reliable field power for oil and gas production.
The project combines six 1.2MW systems, 24 HC6V132 engines, and 300kW parallel generator units to provide a total installed capacity of 7.2MW at an operating altitude of approximately 2,000 meters.
For oil and gas companies planning field power stations, EN ENERGY Technologies can provide customized oilfield gas generator solutions based on project capacity, fuel gas conditions, site environment, and operating requirements.
Looking for a customized gas generator solution for an oil or gas field? Contact EN ENERGY Technologies to discuss your project requirements.
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