Articles by Ray Wohlfarth

Question Everything When Replacing Commercial Boilers

January 1, 2015

Seven questions to always ask the existing boiler’s operator round up this article, written to save you time and save your client grief (and possibly money) before, during, and after the project. Pumps, pipes, asbestos, and budget are just a few areas where opportunity (or problems) await.

Increasing the Energy Efficiency of Old Boilers

O&M and upgrade tactics can provide savings when purchasing a new unit is not an option.

Ray Wohlfarth

June 1, 2014

When I was young, I used to love watching magicians and was amazed how they would pull something out of what appeared to be an empty hat.

Connecting New Boilers To Old Pipes

Combustion air, ventilation, piping, expansion tanks … with these and other factors affecting performance and safety, the boiler swap is not exactly a plug-and-play situation.

Ray Wohlfarth

January 2, 2014

Designing a commercial boiler replacement where you were not the original designer or installer might have some hidden dangers that could haunt you for years.

Are There Hidden Problems In Your Hydronic Boiler Project?

Putting a new boiler in is a lot more complicated than just putting a new boiler in. You’re often taking ownership for any problem, real or potential, anywhere in the hydronics system.

Ray Wohlfarth

December 1, 2013

Designing a commercial boiler replacement where you were not the original designer or installer might have some hidden dangers that could haunt you for years.