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The article a notice of adopted amendment to the Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules in Illinois. It covers a summary and purpose of the rulemaking update, construction, installation, inspection, maintenance and use of such vessels, and owner-user quality control requirements and incorporation of national standards.

The article presents notice of proposed rule making for the boiler and pressure vessel safety under the Illinois's Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Act. It discusses that proposed amendment require a carbon monoxide detector be placed inside every boiler room with a new or replaced boiler, along with information on rulemaking impacts on the economic impact on small businesses and small municipalities in the Illinois, U.S.

The article offers information on the Illinois Emergency Management Agency's proposed rules related to safe operation of nuclear facility boilers and pressure vessels. It focuses on the implementing and authorizing by the Nuclear Safety Law of 2004 and the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Act along with focus on actions pending before the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

The article discusses myths and methods for protecting boilers against flue gas condensation. Topics discussed include formation of condensate after dropping of combustion side surfaces of the boiler's heat exchange below the dew point temperature of the exhaust gases, views of hydronics trainer Don Pratt on the same and occurrence of combustion after air/fuel ratio of water entered in the boiler.

The article offers information on boiler maintenance which helps ensuring boiler efficiency and safety. Topics discussed include that even a small amount of soot or scale buildup can impact the energy efficiency of an industrial boiler; and a regular cleaning schedule will help provide benefits such as better efficiency, improved worker safety and reduced fuel and repair costs. Article also presents to identify the equipment and to evaluate the facility and environmental conditions.

The article offers information on the American Boiler Manufacturers Association's (ABMA) educational podcast series, entitled "Inside the boiler room." The podcast was launched in conjunction with the release of the "Boiler Installation Guide" to educate boiler end-users on safe operation and performance optimization. The highlights of podcast episodes are also mentioned including an interview with economist Connor Lokar and boiler maintenance and training featuring Steve Taylor from WARE.

The article presents a notice of adopted amendments to the Illinois' Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Act, issued by the Illinois' Office of the State Fire Marshal. It mentions that the adopted amendments include operations of pressure vessels and boilers, new installations of pressure vessels, and authorization for repair of safety and safety relief values.

The article presents a notice of adopted amendments issued by the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal regarding Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety which is authorized by the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Act. It mentions that information regarding the rulemaking should be directed to Clayton Novak, executive of the office.

The article focuses on the safe and cost-effective approach in natural-gas-fired boiler operation. Topics discussed include the documentation of boiler-room events, the safe release of hot-water/steam production-associated energies, the value of boilers, the types of boilers, and the distinctive facets of steam-boiler operations.

The article discusses the safety aspects of using electric boilers for wet central heating systems highlighting the factors electrical contractors need to consider when installing boilers including circuit arrangements and the use of residual current device (RCD).

The article offers information on the key measurements in controlling and improving boiler operations. Topics discussed include the effectiveness of fuel-to-air curves and the control loop constants in achieving optimum performance, role of actuators in changing boiler performance, and the implications of inaccurate control of drum levels on safety issues.

The article discusses boiler safety and presents several precautions on boiler room maintenance. Causes of boiler accidents based on the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors' (NBBPVI) annual Boiler Incident Report are presented which include operator error, low-water cut-off, and burner failure. A separate report from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding boiler accident causes is also mentioned.

The article focuses on changes taking place in regulations related to the heating, venting, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment in the U.S. Topics include American National Standards Institute's (ANSI) standard for unit heaters, regulations related to Horizontal vent systems, and the U.S. Department of Energy's regulations related to water heaters. Also mentioned are regulations on polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polypropylene, and chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) on gas appliance venting.

The article focuses on the use of a combustion analyzer by contractors for servicing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment like boilers to improve the safety of systems, and customer satisfaction. Topics discussed include its use to check the heat exchanger of forced-air furnaces; costs for an analyzer; need to calibrate an analyzer regularly to ensure the readings are correct; and how an analyzer can allow a contractor to measure flue gas velocity through the boiler.

The article focuses on the combustion equipment safety in the daily operation of industrial facilities. It mentions the major perils in operating automatically fired boilers as stated from the studies by groups such as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors (NBIC). It adds that the principal causes of accidents will include the lack of proper controls and safety devices, lack of adequate maintenance and operator error.

Focuses on boiler safety operation and maintenance. Process of heat transfer in a watertube boiler; Reasons for boiler failure; Cause of fuel explosions. INSETS: Common causes of fuel explosions;Boiler safety operation and maintenance practices.

Discusses the boiler and pressure vessel safety at hospitals in the United States. Statistics from the 1997 National Board Report concerning hospital boiler incidents; Low water condition as the biggest cause of hospital boiler incidents; Disadvantages of automated boiler; Importance of the maintenance of boiler.

The article offers information on several webinars to be held by the periodical related to process heating and refrigeration industry on topics including safety of thermal fluid heating; plant safety, particularly for operating ammonia refrigeration systems; and steam boiler safety by design.

The article presents an interview with Scott Lynch, president of American Boiler Manufacturers Association (ABMA). Topics discused include history of ABMA, primary functions of ABMA to ensure safe production of boiling industry and making standards for boiler manufacturing and offers information on latest boiler products including water treatment and blow-down systems.

Deals with the boilers used in schools and its controls which must be integrated with the building automation system to prevent boiler problems. Risks that must be anticipated and overcome by a boiler designer in designing the system; How to reduce and control the risks brought about by boilers; Information about the control system integrity of the boilers. INSET: Boiler concerns and recommendations..

The article discusses the 12 sections of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. It also describes ASME codes that establish standards for boiler system components including the B31 series for piping and the controls and safety devices. It outlines the resources provided by the American Society of Heating Refrigerating & Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) that relate to the design and performance assessment of boiler systems.

The article reports on the lowest possible Experience of Modification Rate achieved by industrial steam boiler rentals and sales company Nationwide Boiler Inc., driven by its safety and training program.

The article explores the proactive steps for plant-level users to reduce the risk of violations related to water-level instrumentation which threatens the safety of both the personnel and equipment by the U.S. National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors. It offers tips for proper care and operation of water level instruments. It also emphasizes that industrial plant management should have minimum code requirements for services and maintenance.

The article focuses on the industrial guidance document released by Great Britain Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for the safety use of industrial steam and hot boilers. It highlights the lack of consideration given to the boilerhouse and the people who look after and maintain the equipment. The five manning level options suggested in the Guidance on Safe Operation of Boilers are discussed.

The author reflects on how the boiler gas train, a series of components used in commercial heating systems to feed gas into the burner, should be handled to ensure safety. He presents an illustration of a typical gas train and explains various safety aspects including the proper orientation of the valve handle and the gas pressure regulator. He mentions why the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (AMSE) safety boiler control standards recommends the installation of a relief valve.

The article offers information on biomass or solid fuel boiler systems protection offered by Danfoss A/S's BVTS thermostatic valve which includes overheat protection and protection against back burning.

The article reports on the power plants which want to increase productivity, maximize investment in equipments and must ensure safe working conditions. Discussed is the plugging due to ash buildup in thermal boilers that need unscheduled maintenance that can cause lost revenue and ash cleaning that may lead to serious injuries. Also discussed is the Hopper Ash Level Thermocouple system which monitors ash buildup, anticipate plugging and provides information to safely clean and troubleshoot.

In this article, the author discusses boiler safety controls. He explains that the operating control is the main control for the boiler with it setting the desired water temperature of steam pressure of the system. He says that the limit control has the same function as the operating control but has a set point and a manual reset control. He tells that the modulating control should be set for a temperature or pressure slightly lower than the operating control.

The article reports on the publishing of guidance to the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), boiler inspection guidelines code by the engineering firm, Clark-Reliance Corp. for the use of magnetic level gages in the manufacturers.

The article discusses how lack of drum-level instrumentation installed in industrial plants may contribute to the rising incidence of boiler injuries and accidents. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers' (ASME's) International Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code requires direct and indirect level-indicating instruments installed in every manufactured power boiler. According to the article, an understanding of the applicable code requirements in a specific plant is needed to ensure safety in boiler rooms.

Studies five areas in which safety problems in boilers are likely to develop. Pressure valves; safety valves; Water-level controls; Combustion; Condensation; Other safety considerations.

The article offers information on startup Point Semantics in Silver Spring, Maryland which is developing a tool to measure visual strain. Topics include the goal of the startup is to create an optical strain measurement systems to monitor pressure boilers and infrastructure, the improved algorithms that support exact video strain measurement, and remarks from company's vice president of development Brad Pantuck about the issue.

The article presents suggestions on maintaining a clean, well-ventilated and safe space. It recommends to clearly label all the panels walking around the boiler room. It suggests adequate lighting to highlight potential bumping or tripping hazards and task lighting wherever necessary. It advises to use emergency eye wash stations and spray bottles.

Information about the Combustion Engineering Association's (CEA) conference held July 2014 in Manchester, England on guidance of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) for hot water and steam boiler plant in steam industry is presented. Topics include steam boiler explosion due to overheating caused by low water level, Boiler Operation Accreditation Scheme (BOAS) for ensuring boiler standards, safe operation of steam and hot water boiler plant.

The article reports on the move of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and boiler manufacturers, U.S. Boiler Co., New Yorker Boiler Co., and Crown Boiler Co. to recall boiler models due to carbon monoxide poisoning hazards.

The article discusses the presentation "Boiler Common Sense and Food Grade Wash Perspectives" given by Bob Young of Lafayette Sani-Wash, at the 2013 National Tank Truck Carriers Tank Cleaning & Environmental Council annual meeting. He presented several explosion photos and suggested that boilers should be placed where everybody can see it. He also added the importance of minimizing the chances of cargo tank corrosion by cleaning fluids out of the tank immediately.

The article focuses on the aspects of the Boiler Operative Assessment Scheme (BOAS) of the Combustion Engineering Association (CEA). It states that the CEA offered the platform to respond to the need for a best practice guidelines in safe boiler operations. It discusses the steps in which a boiler operator can obtain CEA certification. The potentials for the BOAS are also discussed.

The article reports on how the System Sensor carbon monoxide (CO) gas detector protected the students at Marion E. Zeh Elementary School in Northborough, Massachusetts. It notes that the school officials instantly call the local fire department when the detector alarm in the school's cafeteria area sounded. Emergency Preparedness Coordinator David Durgin said that the CO in the boiler room has leaked and might have caused a mass casualty incident if left unnoticed since CO is odorless.

The article offers information on the Guidance on the Safe Operation of Boilers (BG01) guidelines from the Combustion Engineering Association (CEA), the Safety Assessment Federation (SAFed) and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) to improve the safety of boilers in Great Britain. It mentions that the guidelines urges operators and managers to attain national industry standards through various qualifications.