Innovation in Water Heating Equipment Technology Manufacturing Tour

Innovation in Water Heating Equipment Technology Manufacturing Tour

During this two-hour on-site factory tour, design professionals will survey the manufacturing process of water heating equipment technology from raw materials acquisition to product completion. Guided by neoteric industry leaders, attendees will delve into the development and production of high-efficiency water and fire tube boilers and other water heating products. Throughout the tour, attendees will examine how sustainable practices and safety and quality testing translate to advancements in the water heating efficiency field. Participants will leave the tour with in-depth knowledge of the best practices in sustainable manufacturing and technology design and production.

Learning Objectives: 
  1. Explore a century of advancements in water heating efficiency with a focus on the effort to resolve heat loss that has resulted in achieving 97% of generated heat use.
  2. Assess the operation, flow rates, scale, maintenance and longevity of water tube & fire tube boilers.
  3. Identify the types of materials used in manufacturing highly efficient and durable Heat Exchangers that protects against corrosion and other chemicals.
  4. Examine the ASME Testing process from pressurization, inspection, and re-testing that contribute to gas and heat pump product’s quality, durability, and other safety issues.
  5. Investigate manufacturing methods used to minimize waste and help improve efficiency while observing the facility’s sustainable practices aimed at minimal CO2 impact.
Available Regions: 
Western US
Design Category: 
(22) Plumbing
Applicable Credits