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Home » Authors » John R. Puskar P.E.

Articles by John R. Puskar P.E.

chiller piping and air handlers

Four Lessons from a Chiller Job that Apply to Every Project

Don’t assume because a piece of equipment’s been operating for 20 years that it was put in according to the applicable codes at the time.
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John R. Puskar P.E.
April 15, 2022

Don’t assume because a piece of equipment’s been operating for 20 years that it was put in according to the applicable codes at the time.


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Three Obscure Fuels and Fired-Equipment Risks That Can Destroy Your Organization

On some level, every organization needs to understand the seriously disproportionate risks that are out there, but, at the same time, no one has the resources to manage every level of risk all the time.
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John R. Puskar P.E.
February 10, 2022

On some level, every organization needs to understand the seriously disproportionate risks that are out there, but, at the same time, no one has the resources to manage every level of risk all the time.


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Getting a new retrofit boiler

Ten Things to Think About as Your New Boiler Journey Begins

These are the best of the best considerations from 40 years of being in and out of more than 300 industrial plants in 12 different countries.
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John R. Puskar P.E.
January 14, 2022

Take the time to do the proper amount of upfront due diligence, it’ll make your new boiler journey much more pleasant.


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Boiler Safety On The Front Burner

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John R. Puskar P.E.
February 1, 2011
Between the limits of enforcement and the potential sources of trouble, there’s a lot of room for something to go wrong with a boiler system. Consider the options for regular inspections, testing, and training to steer your facility clear of extra costs, outages, or much worse.
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Don't Get Burned By A Boiler Retrofit Project

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John R. Puskar P.E.
January 9, 2009
When it comes to that unexpected (and unwelcome) development, it’s usually less a case of if than when. Avoiding confusion over the specific technical scope of work up front, keeping an eye on codes and insurance, and considering contingencies for discovered problems along the way will smooth the path as much as possible.
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