Category: TURBINE

 

Reducing Boiler Feed Pump Oversizing

Is it possible to reduce feed pump capacity with the oversized existing pump? If so, how? (AP_BOE_2010_P_1) Yes, it is possible to reduce feed pump capacity with an oversized existing pump. There are several methods that can be used to achieve this, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. **Impeller trimming:**Read More

Causing of fluctuations in working pressure of a boiler

What are the causes of fluctuations in working pressure of a boiler? (AP_BOE_2010_P_1) 1. **Fluctuation in load:** This is a common cause of boiler pressure fluctuations. When the demand for steam increases, the boiler pressure will drop as the boiler tries to generate more steam. Conversely, when the demand forRead More

Steam Trap

What is steam trap? (Central BOE-2021) A steam trap is a valve that automatically discharges condensate from steam systems while preventing the escape of live steam. This is important because condensate can interfere with the efficient operation of steam systems by reducing heat transfer and increasing corrosion. Steam traps areRead More

Barring Gear in Steam Turbines: How It Works and Best Practices

Barring gear is a mechanism used in steam turbines to rotate the rotor during certain operations. Barring gear is a mechanism used in steam turbines to rotate the rotor during certain operations, before turbine startup or after turbine shutdown. The barring gear allows for controlled and gradual rotation of theRead More

Boiler Drum Level Control in Subcritical Boilers: Ensuring Safe and Efficient Operation

In subcritical boilers, the drum level control plays a crucial role in maintaining the desired water level inside the boiler drum. Here are the key aspects of boiler drum level control in subcritical boilers: 1. Level Measurement: 2. Control Strategies:    a. Single Element Control:    b. Two Element Control:Read More