Program Topics
Steam Generation Efficiency
Typically, the major
avenue of loss associated with boiler operation is energy carried from
the system with the flue gas exiting the boiler. Flue gas heat
recovery and excess air control are major components associated with
this loss, which will be covered in the course. Other areas of
efficiency impact such as, blowdown, water quality and refractory will
also be covered.
Resource Utilization Effectiveness
This broad category encompasses fuel selection,
heat and power systems, steam system balancing and steam end users.
Facilities capable of utilizing multiple fuels can realize significant
savings as a result of fuel price differences. Combining the
generation of thermal and electrical energy can result in major
increases in overall cost effectiveness. The course covers the basic
concepts of combined heat and power systems along with opportunities
associated with steam turbines and steam system balancing.
Steam Distribution System Losses
Several focus areas are incorporated in this category:
- Steam leaks: pipe failures, steam
trap failures
- Heat transfer loss through insulation
- Condensate loss: recovery system considerations
- Reduction of steam use
Each category will cover details of the equipment
and the theory of operation. Many case studies will be presented from
steam system surveys conducted by the instructor.
About the Speaker
Greg Harrell, Ph.D.,PE.
Dr. Harrell has conducted many energy surveys for
industrial clients throughout the world. He has performed industrial
assessments and taught training courses throughout twenty-eight
states, eighteen countries, and on six continents.
Currently, Dr. Harrell is a Senior Research
Associate for the Energy, Environment and Resources Center of the
University of Tennessee. His primary roles are; complete facility
energy analysis, individual process analysis, industrial
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training courses, and university
instruction. Since 1987 Dr. Harrell has worked as
a design engineer at BASF, a mechanical engineer for the Energy Management
Institute at Virginia Tech., and a Director of Technical Assistance for
the same institute. His engineering experience includes oversight
responsibility for steam production, electric power generation, compressed
air systems, industrial refrigeration facilities, industrial HVAC systems,
water filtration facilities and the wastewater treatment plant.
Driving Directions
From Cincinnati Airport:
Take 275 North/West to
Colerain exit 33
Travel North on 27 to Oxford.
The Shriver Center is located at the south west corner of route 27 and
Spring St..
From downtown Cincinnati:
Take 75 North to 74 North
Take 74 North to 275 East to Colerain exit 33.
Travel North on 27 to Oxford.
The Shriver Center is located at the south west corner of route 27 and
Spring St...
From Dayton / Columbus
Take 70 West to 127 South.
Take 127 South to 73 West make right. 73 West to Oxford(10 miles). US
27-left
The Shriver Center is in the south west corner the intersection with
Spring St...
- For information on the Miami University and campus
maps:
http://www.ucm.muohio.edu/
- Details concerning parking will be sent out on the listserv and
posted on the website:
http://www.ohiotappi.org/
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