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What is a Boiler?

A boiler is an enclosed vessel in which water is heated and circulated, either as hot water, steam, or super heated steam for the purpose of heating, powering, and/or producing electricity. The furnace of the boiler is where the fuel and air are introduced to combustion; fuel/ air mixtures are normally introduced into the furnace by using burners, where the flames are formed. The resulting hot gases travel through a series of heat exchange, where heat is transferred to the water flowing though them. The combustion gases are finally released to the atmosphere via the stack of exhaust section of the boiler.

What is a condensing boiler

 A condensing boiler preserves energy by using heat exchangers designed to remove additional energy from the gases of combustion before leaving the stack. The flue gases produced from condensing boilers are at a much lower temperatures than those of non condensing boilers to the extent that the water vapor in the flue gases condenses, thus releasing their latent heat and increasing efficiency of the boiler. Condensing boilers have efficiencies of 95% or greater as compared to the normal 70%-80% for non-condensing boilers 

Total Efficiency Concept emergency boiler repair

Total Efficiency Concept is an innovative method to maximize the overall performance of a combustion process by measuring and controlling the different parameters corresponding to the four most important areas of process operation, which are Combustion Efficiency, Maintenance Efficiency, Safety, and Environmental Efficiency. By balancing all of the requirements set forth in each of these areas, it is possible to operate under conditions that allow for the most cost efficient and safe working environment, while still complying with the environmental regulations applicable to the combustion process.

 It is important to strive for perfect combustion efficiency, but many times perfect combustion efficiency is impractical due to the requirements of maintenance efficiency, safety, environmental efficiency, and fuel efficiency

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Maintenance Efficiency 

Although a brand new burner or boiler may run extremely efficiently with little or no problems, as time goes on, the same boiler slowly begins to lower its efficiency. This is because as a boiler or burner gets older it becomes dirtier and deteriorates. This affects the combustion process greatly and can seriously affect emissions and safety. In most cases, as a burner wears down, more excess air will be needed to ensure proper combustion and reduce CO emissions. To ensure that efficiency is maintained when a boiler ages, it is important to closely monitor the amount of O2 needed to produce proper combustion and CO emissions.SafetySafety is a major concern when dealing with any form of combustion. The toxic emissions that are released along with the risk of possible explosions can cause great harm. Older parts that are used in the combustion process can create more dangerous conditions. To ensure complete safety it is essential to monitor levels of CO and CxHy (hydrocarbons). It is also necessary to check the amounts of oxygen needed to ensure low levels of CO and hydrocarbons. CO is a toxic gas that can be lethal in higher concentrations. Hydrocarbons contain unburned fuel, which can cause explosions and consequently, great injury.Environmental EfficiencyToxic compounds such as sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and particles are undesirable emissions that are frequently results of the combustion of fossil fuels. These compounds cause smog, acid rain, and respiratory problems. In effort to reduce these pollutants federal and state laws have been established under the guidelines of the Clean Air Act and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). Combustion analysis aids in monitoring these toxic gases and meeting the regulations set forth by the government and EPA. HVAC furnace repair heating company