Webinars
Welcome to the IAPWS Power Cycle Chemistry (PCC) Group webinar series, featuring presentations from leading experts in our international community. These sessions provide valuable insights into the latest research, best practices, and technical developments in power cycle chemistry and water/steam properties. All of the Power Cycle Chemistry Working Group webinars are available on YouTube at IAPWS - Power Cycle Chemistry Group - YouTube.
Chemistry Issues of Water-Cooled Generators and other Electrical Machines
Presenter: Dr. Bobby Svoboda
Date: May 27, 2026
Overview of generator cooling water circuit chemistry, problems that can be experienced, and guidance for avoidance from the IAPWS Technical Guidance Document.
Steam Turbine PTZ Damage, Failure, and Steam Purity Requirements
Presenters: Dr. Barry Dooley and Dr. Bobby Svoboda
Date: March 31, 2026
Steam chemistry, phase transition zones, and damage and failure mechanisms that impact steam turbines are discussed. Guidance is presented on chemistry limits and actions to identify and address harmful operating and control practices.
Application of Film-Forming Substances (FFS) in Power Cycles
Presenter: Dr. Barry Dooley and Dr. Wolfgang Hater
Date: January 27, 2026
The latest science, understanding, and application techniques and results for the use of film-forming substances in power plant water-steam cycles.
Major Power Plant Chemistry Related Damage and Failures and IAPWS Technical Guidance Documents (TGD)
Presenter: Dr. Barry Dooley.
Date: May 27, 2025
Overview of the main cycle chemistry influenced failure and damage mechanisms in Fossil and Combined Cycle Plants and how IAPWS Technical Guidance Documents can be used to address.
