Turbine Laboratory

Rainpower´s turbine laboratory is an experienced supplier of hydraulic model tests, and plays an important role in the development of turbine technology. The laboratory is located on the campus of  the Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Trondheim, and has for many years cooperated with the university´s researchers. Rainpower´s laboratory and development department comprise an important part of the Norwegian hydropower expertise. Our competent staff has long experience within engineering, manufacturing, assembly, calibration, geometry measurements and documentation of hydraulic models. All tests are carried out in accordance with the most recent international standards for model testing. The laboratory is also carrying out field measurements, including performance tests. Since its startup in 1985 the laboratory has tested Francis, Pelton and reversible pump turbine models with installed prototyp effect of more than 26000 MW.