Maximize steam boiler efficiency with practical, field-tested guidance
This clear, work-focused manual shows how to cut fuel use and run reheating furnaces more reliably, using simple tests, steady records, and proven techniques.
The book blends fundamental science with hands-on instruction. It covers coal selection, combustion, air supply, boiler types, feed-water treatment, heat recovery, and maintenance—all presented to help engineers, works managers, and boiler operators improve performance without guesswork.
- Practical methods to reduce fuel consumption and waste in boiler plants
- Step-by-step guidance on firing, air regulation, and furnace operation
- Techniques for measuring and recording pressure, temperature, and flow
- Maintenance routines to prevent losses from scale, leaks, and deposits
Ideal for readers responsible for industrial steam plants, this edition offers a clear path to safer, more economical boiler operation and better overall plant efficiency.