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A low water situation in a boiler is a potentially catastrophic situation. Data consistently supports that the majority of boiler accidents are a result of varying low water situations. When a low water condition begins in a boiler it can begin damaging the boiler even before there is an immediately noticeable problem. If the condition […]

Mechanical rooms rely on valves for numerous operations and processes. From boiler rooms, pump facilities, chilled water plants to simply valves for building zones, these components are critical for controlling fluids or gases to successfully operate. Different valves may have different maintenance and monitoring requirements. Incorporating all critical valves into a maintenance program will ensure […]

Fall has arrived and the cooler temperatures are rolling in. Many systems have already undergone their annual maintenance (hopefully), and are running like a top. When boiler room maintenance routines are being planned and carried out, it’s a perfect moment to look at common reasons for boiler failures. There are many things that can cause a […]

How does How Boiler Refractory Work? Refractory is One of the Most Important Components Within a Boiler Boiler refractory plays a critical role inside for proper and efficient operations. Gas and oil-fired burners can produce temperatures upwards of 3000° F +/-. inside the furnaces or fireside of the boiler. The heating surface of a boiler […]

Planning for a Rental Boiler When the need for a rental boiler arises it can seem like an overwhelming task. If your facility has never used a rental boiler, it can be especially intimidating. The good news is that there are very few boiler and related equipment rental projects that Power Mechanical Inc. has not […]

Mobile Boiler Room Advantages Mobile boilers are rapidly becoming more and more popular amongst facilities that rely on consistent steam and hot water. Whether an outage is planned or not, temporary boilers offer the agility to get systems back online in considerably less time. Brick and mortar plants primarily provide these steam and hot water […]

Rental Boilers at Disney World Walt Disney World, the beloved theme park and resort located near Orlando Florida, has been a fan favorite attraction for decades. Since the Fall of 1971, kids and adults alike have flocked to the Sunshine state to experience the magic. Disney World is marked as one of the most visited […]

Follow these simple steps to increase boiler efficiency Efficiency is the name of the game when it comes to a boiler. The idea is to produce heat from the burner and transfer these BTUs into the water. This is what’s known as a basic heat exchange principle. The quicker the boiler can transfer the heat […]

The fundamental elements of combustion are fuel, heat, and oxygen. This is important because each of these elements is essential for maintaining the continuous chemical reaction. If any of these diminishes, efficiency will fall until the flame fails. So, what does this have to do with boilers? Most commercial boilers rely on combustion for their […]

In order to most effectively work with valves, you need to know the most important components of valves. Valves are assembled products that consist of 7 major parts so today, you will learn about the different parts and what each component does. Valve Body The valve body not only houses other valve parts including the […]

When preparing for a rental boiler delivery, It’s important to take assess all possible complications that may occur prior to the boilers delivery. As the old saying goes, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound cure.” Making the proper site preparations and verifying all the critical utility components before the arrival of the rental […]

Boilers rely on combustion for the means of heat but not all boilers need gas or oil combustion to create this heated energy. Electric boilers are an alternative source for steam applications where constraints such as space or noise exist. Organizations like hospitals, museums, resorts, and universities may use these when they are confined to […]

Boilers are an essential but volatile part of any warehouse or power plant. Regular inspections are essential for the safety of your crew and catching small problems early is crucial in preventing bigger ones.