By Tom O’Marra Hazardous Locations, such as Class I, Division 2 or Class II, Division 2, are common areas to find equipment in the industrial control industry. These are locations, as defined by The National Electrical Code (NEC), where flammable gases or liquids are utilized (C1D2) or in the case of Class II, Division 2, combustible dust. Under […]
A Maryland University opts for Cloud Remote Monitoring System
Automation & Tracking Energy Analytics Keeping boiler rooms safe is the top priority of industrial infrastructure. To do that most effectively, companies like Preferred are continuously upgrading automation controls that increase safety and efficiency. Eliminating human error and providing boiler room technicians with improved tools, we are creating safer and more energy efficient plants, campuses, and industrial process […]
Preferred Engineering Main Steam Line Plugs in Action
If you look close, you can see Preferred Main Steam Line Plugs in action! Great job Columbia! Preferred Engineering’s Main Steam Line Plugs (MSLP) have been in use since the mid 1990’s. Trusted by over 12 sites to isolate their steam lines during refueling outages and facilitate MSIV maintenance and testing. Designed for easy and efficient installation our MSL Plugs cut […]
Nuclear Outage Clockwork: Minimum Downtime with Main Steam Line Plug
Made in the U.S.A., 🇺🇸 The Preferred Engineering Main Steam Line Plugs allow for quick, hassle-free installations with the minimum dose and maximum outage success. Designed for easy, efficient, and reliable installation, the MSL Plugs cut critical path time significantly and reduce dose. The Preferred Engineering MSL Plugs allow inboard MSIV testing in the direction of flow, performing all […]
Safety Check: Multi Reactor Reliability by Special Combustion
Made in the U.S.A. Preferred’s Combustion crew is providing a specialized product manufacturer with a critical reliability ignition system for their multi reactor combustors. These (13) Pilot Ignition Carts address a very specific need for what is part of an overall plant specific SIL (Safety Integrity Level) system. Preferred continues to provide our customers with innovative solutions for challenging […]
Duct Burner: Expertise in Special Combustion Solutions
Made in the U.S.A. 🇺🇸 Preferred Combustion designed a duct burner system for a discerning customer. In this application, our crew recieved turbine exhaust gas at 135,888 lbs/hr and with supplemental duct burner firing to generate over 20,000 PPH Steam from the Superior Boiler Works Waste Heat Boiler. NOx Emissions below 17 PPM and CO Emissions below 31 PPM […]
Preferred Utilities FSC-120 Controller Approved for Overfill Prevention by Florida DEP
Made in the U.S.A., Preferred demonstrates a commitment to safety and to protecting the environment by receiving Florida State DEP Approval on the Fuel System FSC-120 Controller for Overfill Prevention. Read more on the Fuel System FSC-120 Controller here. We are pleased to announce that the FSC-120 has been approved for overfill prevention by the Florida Department of […]
Opposed Blade Damper vs. Single Blade Butterfly Damper: Technical Benefits for Flow Control
When it comes to flow control in ducting systems, choosing the right damper design is crucial. Two common options are the opposed blade damper and the single blade butterfly damper. Here’s an explanation of the technical benefits offered by an opposed blade damper compared to a single blade butterfly damper: Improved Control Range: Opposed Blade Damper: The opposed blade damper design features multiple blades that move in opposite directions, […]
Backup Power IS Primary Power
As seen in Mission Critical Magazine In large, critical applications, loss of power is not an option. Fuel System Controllers can help provide a secure on-site source of reliable power. Losing power in a major data storage application can cause catastrophic damage. The results can range from the inability to process customer transactions or access data to delays […]
Technical Summary: Influence of Chemical Kinetics and Turbulence on Combustion Emissions
Dan Wallace Chemical kinetics and turbulence play critical roles in the formation and control of combustion emissions. Understanding their influence is essential for optimizing combustion processes and minimizing harmful pollutants. Here is a technical summary of how chemical kinetics and turbulence affect combustion emissions: Chemical Kinetics: Chemical kinetics refers to the study of chemical reactions and their rates. […]