Wood Fired Boilers Education and Training

Learn how to install and maintain wood fired steam boilers
By Terri Deno Many businesses use a wood boiler to heat their shops and offices. Not only do companies find this technology convenient and reliable, many have also found that wood boilers are a good alternative to less environmentally-friendly heating solutions. You can find many types of wood fired boilers, including those for indoor and outdoor use.

In order to ensure the safety of the product, a wood fired boiler should be installed by someone who is knowledgeable about the system and has training. You can find many opportunities for wood fired boilers education and training through:

1. Training courses that provide the skills needed to install and repair any type of wood fired boiler, including used wood boilers.

2. Seminars for the industry that offer information and introduce new innovations.

3. Online courses that offer a quick training solution.

Find HVAC classes to learn more about wood fired steam boiler installation and repair

HVAC classes are designed to teach students how to install, maintain and repair heating and cooling systems in residential and commercial buildings. Many HVAC programs offer courses specific to a product type, such as air conditioner systems, boilers and solar energy systems.
Try:  The National Association of Certified Home Inspectors provides courses on inspection methods for the HVAC industry. Topics include water, steam, oil, gas, coal, electric and wood fired boilers. The American Boiler Manufacturers Association offers many training courses for operating and maintaining boiler heating systems.

Get training to install and repair a wood burning boiler

On-site or in-person training courses are the best way to learn how to install wood burning boiler technology. This type of course will teach you the skills you need to work with a wood boiler heating system. It can also give you plenty of hands-on experience working with a wood burning boiler.
Try:  Wellons FEI provides installation and repair training for those who purchase or distribute its wood fired boilers products. Maine Energy Systems provides contractors with the training to properly install wood fired boilers.

Learn about the fuel economy with a wood fired steam boiler

Many industries prefer to use wood fired boilers for heat because it is an alternative energy with a renewable fuel source: wood fuel. The wood fuel used in wood fired boilers often comes in pellet form. However, you an also use sawdust and larger pieces of wood if they contain the right amount of moisture for maximum boiler efficiency.
Try:  The New Horizon Corporation has information on the fuel and economy of wood fired boilers and provides a video to demonstrate how boiler combustion takes place. University of Missouri Extension has a guide on wood fuel that covers how to choose the best type of wood and how to maximize fuel efficiency when burning wood fuel.

• It is a good idea to use a fuel cost calculator to determine the efficiency of wood fire boilers. This information is useful if you are trying to sell wood boilers to customers.