The boiler is one of the oldest machinery systems to be used in a ship’s engine room. In early days, the vessel’s propulsion system was powered by the steam produced by the boiler.With technical advancements and increasing emphasis on safety of ship and crew, various boiler mountings and boiler safety devices have been introduced. Just installing a boiler on a ship doesn’t guarantee efficient working of a boiler. When a boiler installation is done on board a ship, it can only be considered as complete, when different types of boiler mountings, including boiler controls, are fitted to ensure safe and efficient operation of a gas boiler.
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The article describes a comprehensive list of boiler mountings, without which a boiler cannot operate safely and efficiently on a ship.
1) Main steam Stop Valve:
The steam generated in the boiler is supplied to ship’s system through this valve. It is usually a non-return type of valve directly mounted on the steam space of
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Boiler Mountings – A Comprehensive List (With Illustration)
Boiler Mountings – A Comprehensive List (With Illustration)
