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A portion of your fuel is lost through the chimney, blowdown, and leaks. We explained how to measure boiler efficiency a…
We explained how to evaluate calorific value, moisture, ash, slagging risk, and storage volume when choosing a biomass b…
The header-type water-tube boiler retains the power of water-tube technology while eliminating its biggest drawback—namely, the difficult and costly replacement of tubes.…
In the boiler room, the largest variable expense is fuel, and the person responsible for managing the fuel is the operator. We calculated the annual earnings of a qualifi…
The secret to burning solid fuel efficiently lies in being able to control every stage of combustion. We’ve explained how the rotary grate works, how airflow is managed, …
Choosing a boiler that’s too large results in efficiency losses, while choosing one that’s too small disrupts production. We’ve outlined the 5 steps to follow when determ…
The greatest loss in a steam boiler occurs through the hot gases escaping from the flue. We explained how an economizer recovers this heat, how much it saves, and what pr…
Is it possible to switch to solid fuel without replacing your boiler? We’ve explained the basics of a pre-heater system, its advantages, what to watch out for, and a simp…
Dissolved oxygen in feedwater is the primary cause of corrosion that silently progresses in steam boilers. We have explained how deaerators work, the different types avai…
