Boiler specification, operation and maintenance
Since installing your boiler and associated plant, there may have been a number of changes in the process or system, resulting in a change in the amount of steam you require. This will in turn affect the way in which the boiler is operated, which could end up being very different from what was envisaged when it was installed.
If a boiler is not operated within its design limits, it increases the risks of fatigue, stress and corrosion, which could eventually lead to leaks, ruptures and, in extreme cases, explosions. Similarly with feed water, incorrect water treatment can lead to scaling, which will again damage the boiler and could lead to premature or catastrophic failure.