Boiler Operators Guide, 5th Edition

The classic guide to boiler operation and maintenance—revised to cover the latest  technology and standards

Quickly and easily solve any boiler problem using the hands-on information contained in this fully updated, industry standard resource. The book clearly explains the many different types of boilers, , operation, maintenance, inspection, and testing procedures and points out potential problems. This new edition has been thoroughly overhauled to align with all current regulations, including the latest version of the ASME BPV Code, and NB Inspection Code. You will get practice questions and answers to reinforce salient points and help you prepare for the Boiler Operator’s or Stationary Engineer exam.

Boiler Operator’s Guide, Fifth Edition covers:

• Firetube and watertube boilers
• Electric and special application boilers
• Boilers with new technology
• Nuclear power steam generators
• Fabrication by welding and NDT
• Material testing, code strength, and stresses
• Boiler connections and appurtenances
• Combustion, burners, and controls
• Boiler auxiliaries and external water treatment
• Boiler water and in-service problems and inspections
• Boiler plant training
• List of jurisdictions

Preface
Abbreviations and Symbols

Chapter 1 : Boiler Systems, Classifications, and Fundamental Operating Practices
Chapter 2 : Firetube Boilers
Chapter 3 : Watertube Boilers
Chapter 4 : Electric and Special Application Boilers
Chapter 5 : Nuclear Power Plant Steam Generators
Chapter 6 : Material Structure, Required Code Material, and Specifications
Chapter 7 : Fabrication by Welding and NDT
Chapter 8 : Material Testing, Stresses, and Service Effects
Chapter 9 : Code Strength, Stress, and Allowable Pressure Calculations
Chapter 10 : Boiler Connections, Appurtenances, and Controls
Chapter 11 : Combustion, Burners, Controls, and Flame Safeguard Systems
Chapter 12 : Boiler Auxiliaries and External Water Treatment Equipment
Chapter 13 : Boiler Water Problems and Treatment
Chapter 14 : In-Service Problems, Inspection, Maintenance, and Repairs
Chapter 15 : Boiler Plant Training, Performance, and Efficiency Monitoring

Appendix 1 : Terminology and Definitions
Appendix 2 : Water Treatment Tables
Appendix 3 : Observing Boiler Safety Rules
Appendix 4 : Professional Organizations
Appendix 5 : Jurisdictions
Appendix 6 : Unit Conversions
Appendix 7 : Steam Tables
Appendix 8 : Bibliography
Index