Periodically throughout the year, each of us at Fossil Consulting Services contributes a post to our blog. This allows us to present information on topics we […]
When operating induced draft cooling towers during cold weather (wet bulb temperature less than 32°F), one of the prime considerations is the prevention of icing of […]
Today’s power industry is facing many more challenges than even, say, 10 years ago. For instance, many expect the Power Industry to lose a significant portion […]
Most power plant boilers have balanced draft furnaces. This means there is a fan (or fans) that supplies combustion air to the boiler furnace, known as […]
At 18-years-old, I had no clue what watchstanding was, let alone watchstanding principles. My only work experience before joining the Navy? Working at the drive-thru […]
Several states, including FCS’s home state of Maryland, have aggressive renewable energy goals. As more renewable energy sources come online, more conventional sources (e.g., coal, natural […]
Why ZLD? Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) is increasingly becoming a solution to wastewater management at power plants. Stricter environmental regulations, public perception, and water shortages are […]
An industrial fire. Our regularly scheduled program halts due to massive pillars of smoke, red lights and sirens, and massive explosions. While they aren’t that common, […]