Factors Influencing Boiler Efficiency (Technical Note)

This title defines efficiency of boiler plant, notably combustion efficiency and boiler efficiency at full load - rated output, continuous operation; part load - continuous operation; and part load - cyclic operation. It summarises in a table typical boiler casing losses as derived in laboratory tests and treats improving boiler efficiency by more effective insulation, reducing flue losses, improving the load factor and applying energy conservation measures. The book also provides a guide to the sort of improvements which can be expected from these measures.