Boiler optimization for multiple boiler heating plants

摘要

A method and apparatus is provided for operation and optimization of boilers in a multiboiler heating plant. The apparatus includes a boiler selection means which is typically a computer which includes a fuel consumption profile for the boilers in the plant. A boiler controller is connected to the boiler selection means. An outdoor air temperature sensor is provided. In operation the fuel consumption profile of the various boilders at the current outdoor air temperature are compared and the boiler which will consume the least amount of fuel per degree day or other time unit is selected for operation.