Cleaver Brooks Service & Repair

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Cleaver Brooks Boiler Solutions

Rasmussen Mechanical Services provides expert Cleaver Brooks service, maintenance and repair. While not an official representative, we service firetube, watertube, and packaged systems, ensuring peak efficiency with maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.

Common Cleaver Brooks Boiler Issues & Repairs

We quickly diagnose and resolve Cleaver Brooks boiler issues to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency.

  • Tube Leaks & Replacement – Corrosion, scale buildup, and thermal fatigue cause steam loss and pressure fluctuations. We inspect, test, and replace tubes with ASME-compliant materials.
  • Burner & Combustion Issues – Faulty gas valves, poor air-fuel mixtures, and delayed ignition lead to inefficiency. We calibrate burners, optimize combustion, and replace worn components.
  • Refractory & Insulation Damage – Cracked firebrick and insulation loss reduce heat retention. We repair or replace refractory and insulation for efficiency.
  • Control System & PLC Failures – Sensor failures and aging PLCs cause burner misfires and disruptions. We upgrade flame safeguard systems, control panels, and modulating burners for reliability.
  • Pressure Control & Safety Valve Issues – Scaling, clogging, and miscalibration cause overpressure and steam inconsistencies. We test, recalibrate, and replace safety valves for compliance.

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Cleaver Brooks Boiler Optimization & Retrofitting

We don’t just perform Cleaver Brooks service. We can also enhance efficiency, reduce emissions, and extend the lifespan of your Cleaver Brooks boiler with upgrades:

  • Burner & Fuel Efficiency Upgrades – Install low NOx burners, oxygen trim, and VFDs for improved combustion and fuel savings.
  • Heat Recovery & Economizers – Capture waste heat with stack economizers and blowdown recovery systems to boost efficiency.
  • Automation & Controls – Upgrade to PLC-based controls and remote monitoring for real-time diagnostics and automation.
  • Fuel Conversions – Switch to natural gas, propane, oil, or dual-fuel for flexibility and cost savings.
  • Water Treatment & Feed Systems – Improve deaeration, condensate return, and scaling prevention to maximize performance.

Technical Overview of Cleaver Brooks Boilers

Cleaver Brooks boilers are used across various industrial applications, including manufacturing, food processing, institutional heating, and power plants .

  • Integrated boiler/burner systems ensure optimal combustion and efficiency.
  • 3-pass and 4-pass firetube designs maximize heat transfer for fuel savings.
  • High-pressure steam capacities from 15 to 2500 HP with up to 450 PSIG operating pressure.
  • Low NOx burners and oxygen trim systems improve emissions compliance and energy efficiency.
  • PLC-based boiler control systems provide real-time monitoring, automation, and performance optimization.

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FAQ: Specifications & Troubleshooting

1. What pressure ratings do Cleaver Brooks firetube and watertube boilers support?

Cleaver Brooks firetube boilers typically operate between 15 and 350 PSIG , while their watertube designs can exceed 1,000 PSIG for high-pressure applications.

2. What is the efficiency of a Cleaver Brooks boiler?

Cleaver Brooks designs boilers with up to 90%+ thermal efficiency , which can be further improved with economizers, O₂ trim, and advanced burner technology .

3. What fuel types are compatible with Cleaver Brooks boilers?

Cleaver Brooks offers natural gas, oil, propane, and dual-fuel burner configurations, with options for biomass and alternative fuel integration .

4. How does Cleaver Brooks reduce NOx emissions?

Cleaver Brooks utilizes flue gas recirculation (FGR), low NOx burners, and staged combustion technology to meet emissions standards as low as 9 PPM NOx .

5. What causes tube failure in Cleaver Brooks boilers?

Common causes include:

6. What PLC control options are available for Cleaver Brooks boilers?

Cleaver Brooks supports Fireye, Allen-Bradley, and Siemens PLCs , enabling full automation, remote monitoring, and system diagnostics.