Improved boiler efficiency in just a few steps for large industrial boilers
Energy demands are increasing while resources are becoming ever more scarce. Alternative fuels are gaining ground but their residue levels are high. Utilizing fuels and energy sources more efficiently is thus become increasingly important. Increasing boiler efficiency [1] not only helps towards protecting the climate, it also helps to lower a plant’s operating costs. The following is restricted to large industrial boilers. The efficiency of a boiler is the key indicator of a steam generator and can be improved quite easily: use the right fuel (1), avoid consistent heat loss (2), minimize boiler fouling (3) and optimize the temperature and quality of the feed water (4). If these four factors are taken into account, a thermal boiler efficiency of 85% in your Waste to Energy plant is well within reach.