Thermal Economy’s Capabilities
Providing Features and Capabilities Exceeding Our Competition
Control and Burner Management Systems
For over 30 years, our focus has been to provide burner and boiler equipment, control systems, startup, and additional related services to industrial, institutional, commercial, educational, and government organizations.
During the last 20 years, we have expanded our capabilities and product scope to become the premier supplier of control and burner management systems for all types of fired equipment and other related equipment, including boilers, de-aerators, feed water pumps, fired heaters, and furnaces. We've worked on some the most critical systems in the country and maintain all the necessary standards for reliable system controls.
Thermal Economy’s Capabilities Include:
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Burner management and control system design, PLC programming, human machine interface (HMI) graphic screen development
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PLC based boiler control systems
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Control systems fabrication, assembly, and wiring Job shop control system fabrication and wiring In-house factory acceptance testing and control system simulation for all manufactured systems
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Design and manufacture to U.L., CSA, IRI, Factory Mutual, and NFPA standards as well as customer specifications
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Installation and construction management Startup and commissioning
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Instrumentation calibration and tuning Burner, boiler, heater, commissioning, and fuel air setting
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Control system troubleshooting and redesign for existing installation
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Studies and analysis of existing control systems, boilers, and burners
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Training for plant engineers, maintenance personnel, and operators
Innovative Thinking. Innovative Machines.
In the competitive environment today, you need innovative machines that easily integrate into your operations. You require flexible and efficient equipment that increases business agility, optimizes productivity, and can turn mined data into working information capital. The right partnership is critical to the success of our operation. Partnering to design, develop, and deliver innovative equipment with Rockwell Automation solutions. Our commitment to use Rockwell Automation content across the portfolio and together we search for the most innovative solutions to suit your needs.
Partnering for Your Success
To compete effectively in the dynamic marketplace today, you must define value beyond the cost of your machines and maximize company performance. We partner to help you improve performance with solutions and services to lower the Total Cost and to design, develop, and deliver SM machines successfully meeting the requirements of our customers.
Questions About Our Capabilities
When should a burner management system be upgraded instead of repaired?
A burner management system should be upgraded when replacement parts are obsolete, recurring failures increase downtime, or the system no longer meets current safety or operational requirements. Modernizing an existing system can improve reliability, enhance diagnostics, simplify maintenance, and help facilities comply with current NFPA standards without replacing the entire combustion system.
How long does it take to design and commission a custom burner management system?
Project timelines vary depending on the complexity of the application, the scope of the retrofit, and equipment availability. Most projects include engineering and design, panel fabrication, factory acceptance testing, installation support, startup, and commissioning. Thermal Economy works closely with customers throughout each phase to minimize downtime and ensure a smooth transition to the new control system.
Can Thermal Economy replace obsolete burner controls without replacing the entire boiler?
Yes. In many cases, Thermal Economy can retrofit existing boilers, furnaces, fired heaters, and other combustion equipment with modern burner management and combustion control systems. This approach extends the life of existing equipment while improving safety, reliability, maintainability, and overall system performance.
What is included in a Thermal Economy control system project from design through startup?
A typical project includes system evaluation, engineering and control system design, PLC and HMI programming, UL 508A control panel fabrication, factory acceptance testing, field installation support, startup assistance, commissioning, operator training, and documentation. Thermal Economy provides a complete, turnkey solution from concept through operational handoff.
Why choose a custom burner management system instead of an OEM control package?
A custom burner management system is designed around your specific process, equipment, and operational goals rather than a one-size-fits-all solution. Custom systems can integrate with existing plant controls, accommodate future expansion, improve operator visibility, simplify maintenance, and optimize combustion performance. This flexibility helps facilities maximize equipment life, improve efficiency, and reduce unplanned downtime.
