2025-10-31 17:06:01
What Is a Fire-Tube Steam Boiler?
Discover everything about fire-tube steam boilers — from their working principles and main components to efficiency optimization, maintenance, and safety. Learn how combustion, heat transfer, and steam circulation operate inside a fire-tube boiler, what factors affect its thermal performance, and why it remains a popular, cost-effective choice for industries like food processing, textiles, chemicals, power generation, and heating. This comprehensive guide explains boiler types (horizontal, vertical, Lancashire, Cornish, locomotive), operational advantages, energy-saving strategies, and essential maintenance tips to ensure long-term reliability and safety.