Ship Steam System Explained

A Marine Steam boiler and ship steam system are those machinery that get the ship going. A boiler is something, which though not required continuously in operating a ship, cannot be done away with. Moreover, it’s dangerous equipment which generates steam at extremely high pressure, and it is for this reason that proper care should be taken while operating it.

Just installing a boiler on a ship doesn’t guarantee the efficient working of a boiler. When a boiler installation is done on board a ship, it can only be considered as complete, when different types of boiler mountings, including boiler controls, are fitted to ensure safe and efficient operation of a gas boiler.

Learn about the different parts of the ship's boiler and steam system and also know the correct procedure for boiler operation. To know more about the construction and working of different types of systems on ships.