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Boiler Maintenance

Boiler Maintenance

Keep a log history, tune twice a year and enhance controls Boiler maintenance is necessary for reliable operation and energy efficiency as well as the safety of those who are operating the boiler.     There are several actions to consider when planning a boiler maintenance schedule. First, keeping a log of all maintenance is mandatory. It’s...

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New Boilers in Stock

Boilers in Stock in CA

R.F. MacDonald Co. keeps an ongoing inventory of new boilers in stock. As of 8/22/18, our boiler inventory includes: 14 Camus Boilers — 400 Mbtu to 3,000 Mbtu 5 Cleaver-Brooks Boilers — 200HP to 700HP 3 Cleaver-Brooks Boilers — 1,000 Mbtu to 2,000 Mbtu 1 Fulton Boiler — 9.5HP 1 Fulton Boiler — 2,000 Mbtu

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ASME Requirements for External Piping

Pump ASME

On January 1, 1999 ASME, Section I Power Boiler Code (high-pressure steam or high temperature water) began requiring documentation and hydrostatic testing of all external piping. ASME requires this procedure on all new boilers after December 31,1998. Some changes have been incorporated in Section I, which clearly differentiates between what is considered boiler external piping...

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