Why Automation?
Proper automation improves combustion quality, reduces short cycling, lowers emissions, and optimises fuel usage. From our commissioning and service experience, these steps deliver the biggest gains:
- Modulating Burner Control – Match flame to load to reduce cycling and extend equipment life.
- Room/Outdoor Temperature Compensation – Dynamic setpoint reset commonly yields 5–12% savings during shoulder seasons.
- Pump Optimisation – Variable-speed pumps with ΔP/ΔT control cut electricity use and avoid over-circulation.
- Heat Exchanger & Flue Gas Monitoring – Rising flue temps often indicate fouling; schedule cleaning and check condensation.
- Time Schedules & Scenarios – “Office hours”, “weekend”, “night setback” prevent unnecessary operation.
- Safety & Alarms – Flame supervision, gas pressure, water level and temperature limits shorten downtime.
- Digitalised Maintenance – Checklists, trending and reports help catch efficiency loss early.
Maintenance Essentials
- Annual combustion tuning (O₂/CO/CO₂), nozzle and injector checks
- Expansion vessel & safety valve tests
- Water quality / sludge control (separators, chemical treatment)
- Filter cleaning and sensor calibration
Commissioning Notes
Define wiring, labelling, P&ID and FAT/SAT early to ensure a smooth handover.
Bottom line: Modulation + outdoor reset + disciplined maintenance is a high-ROI trio.