What are the different types of fuels used for boilers? – There are many fuels used in the production of steam. Modern package boilers like a 5 Series York-Shipley Dryback are often equipped with a combination gas oil burner. Commonly these are trimmed to accommodate either natural gas or # 2 fuel oil. Dual fuel burners like these offer both flexibility and redundancy for end-users so plants can take advantage of differences in fuel costs, or have a backup should there be a problem with either equipment or fuel sources.
Common fuels used in power boilers:
Annual Maintenance is a Critical Component of Saving Fuel Expenses.
How to reduce fuel expenses for a boiler? Fuel can be one of a facility’s major expenses. Understanding the areas that can help minimize boiler fuel costs will ultimately save a plant thousands of dollars annually. Three simple methods to ensure your installed steam and hot water boilers are operating on minimum fuel costs are as follows:
Regular Training Makes for an Efficiently Operating Plant