Annual inspections are recommended.
Steam traps are tested primarily to determine whether they are functioning properly and not allowing steam to blow through. By identifying and fixing faulty steam traps, you can prevent energy waste and ensure your boiler system operates at peak efficiency.
A detailed steam trap survey can uncover hidden efficiencies and help you save energy and costs!
Systems neglected for 3-5 years can have 15% to 30% of steam traps fail, leading to substantial steam loss. Regular Steam trap surveys and maintenance can reduce this to less than 5%.
Systems with over 500 traps are likely experiencing significant steam losses.
A case study at a plant, where steam is valued at $10 per 1,000 lbs, highlighted a stuck steam trap on a 150 psig line. Repairing it resulted in annual savings of $6,640.
Source: US Department of Energy_2012 Case Study
Leaking Steam Trap Discharge Rate *
From the Boiler Efficiency Institute. Steam is discharging to atmospheric pressure through a re-entrant orifice with a confficient of discharge equal to 0.72.
Our skilled service technicians excel in servicing all makes, models and types of boilers, specializing in the entire system, including the steam trap. Trust our expert technicians to maintain efficiency and safety in your boiler system.
With our comprehensive inspection, testing, and repair program, we can help you maintain system efficiency, safety, and compliance.
By opening a valve, the steam trap allows condensate to pass through, collecting it and returning it to the Condensate Tank, Deaerator (DA) or Feed Tank while filtering out any non-condensable gases. This prevents steam loss, water hammer, and corrosion, while improving overall efficiency. In commercial, industrial, and institutional settings, there can be upwards of hundreds of steam traps, which can result in substantial annual savings.