Proper condensate management is not only part of a professional HVAC installation but also a requirement of the International Mechanical Code (IMC 307.2.3). A nonexistent or inadequate condensate ...

The following bullets provide a condensed, mostly chronological review of high-pressure boiler feedwater chemistry evolution from the middle of last century to present times. · The common material of ...

This morning we noticed some standing water under and around the furnace. Not a lot, but noticeable. It’s been hot and the air has been running. What might this mean? I was able to easily mop it. Do ...

Leaking pipework caused by a bad installation can cause mold build up, which in turn can cause a variety of health problems. October 8, 2018 Leaky units, moldy walls, and dangerous, clogged pipe runs ...

Condensation-induced water hammer (CIWH) is the term commonly used when describing a variety of transients that occur when water vapor is rapidly condensed by cold water. This article describes the ...

In previous Power Engineering articles, we examined the importance of trace iron monitoring to determine the extent of carbon steel corrosion in heat recovery steam generator (HRSG) condensate and ...