Can I replace all of them at once?Ī: Yes, replacing all of the steam traps at one time is the most efficient solution. Q: Some, but not all, of the steam traps at our plant have failed, either open or closed. Maintaining a boiler and all process equipment is an important part of maximizing the energy efficiency of your facility. Would that still qualify as year-round operation?Ī: Yes, Energy Trust assumes there will be maintenance downtime for your boiler. Q: We take our boiler down for maintenance for a few days each year. The observed volume can be an indication of how bad the leak is. A leaking trap will continue to pass steam when it’s supposed to be closed. However, if the trap has failed badly enough, it may be verified visually. A failed trap will be “blowing” steam constantly.

Q: How do I check to see if my steam traps are leaking?Ī: You can test the trap using an ultrasonic meter. With such widespread use in industry, energy loss through leaking steam traps can be a common source of energy waste in industrial facilities.Įliminating steam leaks by installing new steam traps can reduce both natural gas and water usage-which lowers energy bills and saves money. Energy Trust can provide rebates to qualified customers who replace leaking steam traps.įor more details on this rebate and to determine if your facility is eligible, visit /steamtrapsĮnergy Trust steam trap specialist and energy expert Beth Glynn answers your frequently asked questions about this new rebate: The most common applications include steam-heated processes in plants and factories including food processing , and steam-driven turbines in electric power plants. Steam systems are used in many modern industrial processes.

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