TieZhong Successfully Lifts World's Largest Impact Hydropower Unit Rotor at Zala Hydropower Station

August 16,2026      51cm.com

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Content Validity:In an impressive engineering achievement, Taiyuan Heavy Industry recently lifted the world's largest impact hydropower unit rotor at the Zhala Hydropower Station in Tibet. The 1100-ton bridge crane, a creation of Taiyuan, smoothly and accurately placed the 840-ton rotor, the ""heart"" of the hydropower unit. This event was highlighted by CCTV as a significant accomplishment. The Zhala Hydropower Station is a key project in China's ""Tibetan electricity to the outside"" initiative, featuring two 500MW impact units, the largest of their kind globally. This marks the first time a Chinese hydropower station crane has operated successfully at an altitude of 3000 meters, with Taiyuan's team ensuring the entire lifting process. Taiyuan Heavy Industry, with over 70 years of experience in building bridge cranes, has consistently focused on meeting the country's strategic demands. From the Three Gorges Dam to the Zhala Hydropower Station, Taiyuan's equipment has evolved, achieving breakthroughs and powering energy development. The Zhala project isn't just about the 1100-ton crane; all four cranes used are ""Made by Taiyuan."" They will ensure the quality and stability of the unit's installation and maintenance, contributing to the station's smooth operation. Taiyuan's equipment is not just lifting heavy loads; it's lifting the green energy grid across China, extending further to light up homes and communities.