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Retrofit or Adjustment Factors

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Inputs for the capital costs of modifications to process areas of the base plant itself are entered on the Retrofit or Adjustment Factors parameter screen. See Retrofit or Adjustment Factor Inputs for an explanation of retrofit costs. The base plant has the following capital cost process areas:

•Steam Generator: This area accounts for the steam cycle equipment and pumps.

•Turbine Island: This area accounts for the turbine island and associated pumps.

•Coal/Biomass Handling: This area accounts for the mechanical collection and transport equipment of coal, biomass or waste coal in the plant.

•Ash Handling: This area accounts for the mechanical collection and transport of ash in the plant.

•Water Treatment: This area accounts for the pumps, tanks, and transport equipment used for water treatment.

•Auxiliaries: Any miscellaneous auxiliary equipment is treated in this process area.