In today’s boiler operating situation with fluctuating fuel costs, and increasing environmental responsibilities, it has become even more important to understand and improve steam and heating plant efficiencies. Improved boiler efficiency not only reduces fuel costs, it also reduces the amount of harmful “Green House” gasses that are discharged into the atmosphere. Although most people associate boiler efficiency with the operation of equipment, the inspection and maintenance of the components that make up the boiler plant can also have a significant impact on boiler efficiency.

To understand how operational, control and maintenance changes can reduce and control fuel costs and emissions, one has to understand the basics of steam generation and boiler design. Applying this knowledge to your operating plant can result in significant fuel savings, reduced maintenance costs, and help minimize the impact your operation has on the environment. Operators who have a solid understanding of boiler systems and their background will be better equipped to make the right decisions on operating issues encountered on a day to day basis. Maintenance workers who fully understand the function and duty of the components they work on will be able to ensure that repairs are suitable for the operating environment. Finally, Managers who possess knowledge of the fundamentals of the systems will make better decisions related to operation, maintenance and environmental issues.

A highly interactive combination of lecture and discussion sessions will be managed to maximize the amount and quality of information, knowledge and experience transfer. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions, and motivate everybody finding the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their own questions and to share developing the right answers using their own analysis and experience.