Traditional flow‑synchronization systems, such as those used for penstock gate valves in hydropower stations, typically require six sets of synchronizing servomotors. These systems rely on either synchronous motors or mechanical linkages—often employing a mechanical lead‑screw drive to achieve synchronization—but they suffer from issues like reduced accuracy due to wear and tear, as well as potential lead‑screw breakage caused by air pockets in the mechanical transmission. In contrast, the SCHWERLL hydraulic servo digital control system achieves digital synchronization via a hydraulic servo control loop and employs a multi‑channel hard‑sync cylinder design driven by piston accumulators equipped with energy‑monitoring capabilities. This enables emergency shutdown functionality under fault conditions, ensuring long‑term repeatability of synchronization accuracy and high‑precision hard synchronization even during complete power loss. Meeting the stringent requirements of applications such as penstock gate valves—where high precision, excellent repeatability, and reliable emergency synchronization under total power‑outage conditions are critical—the SCHWERLL system represents the optimal synchronization solution.
