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4-1982 8:00 AM

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This report discusses economic, technical and environmental considerations associated with the conversion to coal firing of utility boilers designed to burn oil or gas. Basic differences between oil and gas boilers and those designed for coal are outlined. Several technologies for utilizing coal in gas or oil units are introduced, along with associated economic and environmental concerns, and some current obstacles to conversion in the utility industry today are presented.

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Apr 1st, 8:00 AM

Use of Coal in Boilers Designed for Oil or Gas

This report discusses economic, technical and environmental considerations associated with the conversion to coal firing of utility boilers designed to burn oil or gas. Basic differences between oil and gas boilers and those designed for coal are outlined. Several technologies for utilizing coal in gas or oil units are introduced, along with associated economic and environmental concerns, and some current obstacles to conversion in the utility industry today are presented.

 

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