{Courtesy of Ware, Inc. Newsletter “The Grime”} –

Boilers are great tools. They are able to generate steam in a manner that helps industrial and commercial

industries flourish and keeps households comfortable. However, when not maintained or operated

properly, boilers can be dangerous. One aspect of keeping a boiler safe is an effective gas train.

A gas train is the apparatus of a boiler that feeds fuel into the burner. Gas trains usually consist of

multiple components. The first of these components is the sediment trap; it serves as a filter for the gas

entering the gas train and traps any sediment or impurities so that they are unable to enter the boiler.

The gas train also consists of a series of valves and switches. The Manual Shut-Off Valve (MSOV) shuts

down the fuel supply to the boiler so that maintenance may be done by boiler operators. The Gas Pressure

Regulator ensures that the pressure of the gas is maintained at the manufacturerðÌð•s recommended level. The

Low Pressure Gas Switch lets the boiler operator know when the pressure of the gas in the boiler is below

what it needs to be in order to operate. The Safety Shut-Off Valves (SSOV) work with the Vent Valve to

ensure that gas cannot enter the boiler during emergency situations. The High Gas Pressure Switch

automatically shuts down the burner when it senses that the gas pressure is too high. The gas train also

contains Firing Rate Valves, which ensure that a steady amount of fuel is sent to the burner, and Test

Valves, which enable the operator to test for leaks in the Safety Shut-Off Valves.

These valves and switches work together to ensure safety in boiler operation. They either enable the boiler

operator to shut down operation or simply shut down operation on their own. Making sure that these

components function properly is highly important to safety in any boiler room. This is because these

components are often the keys to preventing a catastrophic boiler explosion.

For example: if the gas valves within a boiler do not shut off, they can leak gas into the boiler while it is

not running. Then, when the boiler is started, the high amount of unnecessary gas causes an explosion.

The gas train system also helps control the flow and pressure of fuel within the boiler. In doing this, it

keeps the fuel pressure consistent, rather than unstable; an unstable fuel pressure can also lead to a boiler

explosion. Boiler operators can test to see if their gas train is functioning properly by administering a Leak Test or a

Bubble Test. These two names describe the process of connecting a hose to a test valve, placing the end

of the hose in a container of water, enabling pressure to come through the valve and counting the number

of bubbles in the container of water. Generally, less than 5 bubbles per minute is considered safe; any

more than that means that the valve is not functioning properly and needs to be repaired.

WARE is able to administer these tests for customers and provides this service on a set schedule for

customers with whom we have a Preventative Maintenance contract. We are also able to test the High and

Low Pressure Switches in order to ensure that they are operating properly. Conducting monthly

maintenance on your gas train system will ensure that your boiler is functioning not only efficiently, but safely as well

The 2015 dates for Neptune’s very popular and informative University are: February 24th & 25th, April 28th & 29th,

July 28th & 29th. **Additional training may be added in September if required**

ðåð´ The attendees are responsible for the cost of their lodging and transportation.

ðåð´ Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) – approximately one hour drive to Neptune Chemical Pump Co.

ðåð´ Attendees usually rent a car from PHL Airport to the hotel. Limousine transportation service is available and listed below.

ðåð´ Dress Code is casual.

ðåð´ Training Time Schedule:

First Day: 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Dinner Reservations: 6:30 ðÌð 7:00 P.M.

Second Day: 8:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Note: Can usually schedule return flights after 6:00 P.M.

Contact us for questions or more information!

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GEA Heat Exchangers will be in Denver February 10th to 13th, 2015 to exhibit at IDEA’s 28th Annual Campus Energy Conference sponsored by the Campus Forum of IDEA.

The theme of the Conference Is Clean Campus Energy for the Next Generation“ and will take place at the Sheraton Denver Downtown, Denver, Colorado.

Please contact us for more details.

(courtesy of Fluid Engineering Filtration News, Spring/Summer 2014 Volume 3, Issue 4)

It has been brought to our attention that there is a growing need for inline duplex strainers for the

mid-stream pipeline market, that is being forecasted to be installed across the USA and Canada.

Construction is scheduled to start in 2014 and continue through 2020, at least.

Fluid EngineeringðÌð•s Model 534 and 545 have been very popular for this application.

We always pay attention to the feedback we get from customers and representatives: when we got

feedback that the Model 534 would be easier to pipe if it was inline (particularly on models larger than

four (4ðÌð“) inch), Fluid Engineering added the model 545 inline duplex strainer to its product offering

(2ðÌð“ thru 12ðÌð“ sizes, ANSI 150# ratings and higher pressures on application) to improve liquid flow and save

money in the piping process.

But weðÌð•re not done yet! ItðÌð•s so new we donðÌð•t even have a drawing for it!

The applications for the new Model 547 will be:

1. Meter and Pump protection and 2. Loading and unloading applications.

Preliminary information indicates a need for pipelines sizes of; 4ðÌð“, 6ðÌð“, 8ðÌð“, 10ðÌð“ and 12ðÌð“ and will be in

the 300# ANSI Flange Ratings, therefore the Model 547 will be designed for 500 psig @ 150 degrees

F, all in accordance with ASME Code Section VIII Division 1. This model will be designed using the

Posi-Sealoc IIðåð¬ closure (Same as the model 120 Simplex) and using the new inline pipeline

configuration used on the Model 545 (Patent Pending). The baskets for the new model will all be

designed using a Stainless Steel Encapsulated Magnets to remove any iron particles found in the

liquid stream. Fluid Engineering will have the ability to build larger units and higher ratings as

specified. Contact us for more information!