Big and Ugly Doesn't Mean Inefficient

Obviously this burner has seen better days. You might be convinced that it's time to get a Shiny new one

I'm currently working with this client to save him $90,000 a year in operating costs while still using the same burner and boiler. The math is fairly simple.

Convert this burner back to #6 fuel (It is currently burning #2) and save .60 per gallon. Then upgrade the control system to a US Energy heat computer to provide better control and eliminate tampering. Next, place the boiler and burner on a scheduled maintenance program. The client will net savings of $90,000 per year while only having to lay out about $30,000 to make repairs and add the control system - a one time expense.

The funny part of this whole thing is that even if the client were to go for a new burner or a complete new boiler and burner the savings would not be as great as what we prescribed. The technology of large capacity heating equipment has not changed in the last 30 years. A new boiler and burner is working with the same technology that he already has. The thing that saves the money is the use of the proper fuel, regular maintenance and the right control system.