Boilers - complete novice
Boilers - complete novice
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I need to replace an existing steam generator with a new boiler (either superheated steam, superheated water, or thermal oil). The steam generator is used to heat 3 platens in a Sennerskov rubber moulding press. The steam generator is not fit for its purpose and may have been under-spec'd resulting in prolonged heating and cycle times.
What is the best heating medium?
Where is the best place to start when getting specification for a new boiler?
Are there any useful websites I can consult?
What is the best heating medium?
Where is the best place to start when getting specification for a new boiler?
Are there any useful websites I can consult?





RE: Boilers - complete novice
RE: Boilers - complete novice
This includes but is not limited to heat capacity needed per machine, max temperature, what type controls, and allowable pressure in the heating jacket.
If you could comeback with this information you will probably get a better response to your inquiry.
RE: Boilers - complete novice
RE: Boilers - complete novice
Establish your mass of steam per hour requirement and then talk to boiler manufacturers.
RE: Boilers - complete novice
Is it dangerous to oversize a boiler?
RE: Boilers - complete novice
You can make a rough calculation about the steam consumption by calculating the sensible heat given to the rubber (i.e the mass flowrate times specific heat of rubber times the temperature difference of initial and final conditions) and latent leat (i.e how much moisture is being removed from the rubber). For start up loads, you should also consider the steam requirement for heating the plates.
RE: Boilers - complete novice