Power Boiler Design, Inspection, and Repair

The ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) Boiler codes are known throughout the world for their emphasis on safety and reliability. Written by an expert with practical experience in boiler inspection and maintenance, this book offers a clear, straightforward interpretation of the codes.

Contents:

• Types of Classification of Power Boilers
• Design Criteria, Formulas, Calculations
• Construction Materials and Methods
• Safety Valves
• Stamping of Code Symbols and Nameplates
• Data Reports
• Methods for Repair and Alteration

628 pp.

Power Boiler Design, Inspection, and Repair - Table of Contents:

• Preface
• Introduction
• Boiler Fundamentals
• Materials
• Boiler Design
• Boiler Piping
• Safety and Safety Relief Valves
• Fabrication
• Watertube Boilers
• Firetube Boilers
• Feedwater Heaters
• Miniature Boilers
• Electric Boilers
• Organic Fluid Vaporizers
• Shop Inspection
• Stamping and Data Reports
• Auxiliaries and Appurtenances
• Fuel Systems
• Boiler Controls
• Boiler Installation
• Boiler Operation
• Inservice Inspection
• Boiler Maintenance
• Boiler Repairs
• Water Treatment
• Appendix A: Maximum Stress Values for Ferrous Materials
• Appendix B: Maximum Stress Values for Nonferrous Materials
• Appendix C: Dimensions of Plates
• Appendix D: Dimension of Heads
• Appendix E: Pipe Thickness
• Appendix F: Tube Thickness
• Appendix G: Geometric Chart for Components Under External Pressure
• Appendix H: MAWP for Watertubes
• Appendix I: Manufacturers’ Data Report for Watertube Boilers
• Appendix J: Manufacturers’ Data Report for Firetube Boilers
• Appendix K: Manufacturers’ Data Report for Miniature Boilers
• Appendix L: Manufacturers’ Data Report for Electric Boilers
• Appendix M: Manufacturers’ Data Report for Organic Fluid Vaporizer
• Appendix N: Manufacturers’ Data Report for Pressure Piping
• Appendix O: Installing Contractor’s Report For CSD-1
• Appendix P: First Inspection Report
• Appendix Q: Suggested Format for Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
• Appendix R: Unit Conversion
• Bibliography
• Index