Providing Boiler Inspections at US Army Installations: How to Perform Internal/Operational, Efficiency, and Emissions Testing
Abstract
US Army Regulation (AR) 420-1, Army Facilities Management, paragraph 23-36.d requires the inspection of all actively used high-pressure and high-temperature boilers at Army installations. These inspections identify and evaluate the effects on boiler condition and operation of improper water treatment, soot accumulation, and improper boiler installation. Improper water treatment in boilers can lead to corrosion and scaling of wetted surfaces, which in turn reduces equipment life and compromises operating efficiency. Regular inspections also identify repairs needed to ensure that the boilers will operate safely. This work provided boiler inspections at Army in-stallations to identify deficiencies and provide recommendations for reducing corrosion and improving the efficiency and dependability of the boilers and associated boiler plant equipment. For a select number of boilers, measurements of efficiency and emissions were al-so taken.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 2013
- Accession Number
- ADA599424
Entities
People
- Noel L. Potts
Organizations
- Engineer Research and Development Center