Since its founding in 1888, the member companies of the American Boiler Manufacturers Association (ABMA) have embraced a strong commitment to the highest standards of excellence in the construction, operation and maintenance of boilers and boiler systems. One of the most important tools toward this end is training. Although ABMA does not offer instructor-led training courses of its own, many ABMA member companies do offer very fine training programs to the public, covering many boiler types and sizes, their operation and maintenance and inspection criteria.

In its continuing effort to bring training opportunities to the widest number of individuals possible, ABMA is happy to support the training activities of its member companies and to provide links to the companies listed on this page.

These ABMA member companies are listed impartially in alphabetical order, and each link is accompanied by a brief discussion of the training opportunities offered by that company.

The information regarding training programs and courses is provided by the member companies. Inclusion in this listing does not constitute an endorsement or warranty by ABMA of any training program or course. ABMA is not responsible for the conduct of any program or course and has not reviewed them for content.

Randy Rawson
President

AESYS Technologies, LLC - Educational Services Division Accredited, hands-on training utilizing fully functional in-classroom boilers. York-Shipley factory tour is part of this Intensive week-long experience. Expert instructors with over 100 years combined REAL WORLD field experience. Boiler Theory & Safety - includes components, construction, fluid paths, thermodynamics, instrumentation, feed water control and principles of operation. Boiler Operations & Maintenance - In-depth study of design, operation, maintenance, chemistry, gas pressure regulators, oil pumps, air compressors, startup and adjustment, combustion testing, operating procedures, burner controls and adjustment. Advanced Hands-on Boiler Operations/Troubleshooting - Intense hands-on program concentrating on flame control, electrical systems, linkage, startup/shutdown and troubleshooting fully operational boilers.

American Boiler Manufacturers Association
Self-study programmed instruction courses, designed for any employee with basic reading ability and computational skills, designed to stand alone in a self-study environment (they are also frequently used in instructor-led classroom situations). The courses are learning skill independent. Each self-study course consists of one or more Course Books, a Panel Book, Review Questions, and Review Answers. Boiler Operation Series: Principles of Combustion; Boiler Startup Procedures; Monitoring Boiler Conditions; Boiler Efficiency; Boiler Shutdown Procedures. Plant Operator Series: Fundamentals of Physics; Basic Chemistry; Equipment; Operating Procedures; Steam; Steam Generating Units; Fundamentals of Process Instrumentation: Topics: process variables, direct-read instruments, elements of a control system, temperature/pressure/ level/flow/weight sensors, transmitters, recorders, controllers, final control elements and basic control loops. Call 703.356.7172 or email diana@abma.com for details and prices.

Clark Reliance Corporation
Clark-Reliance offers a full range of application-based courses designed for the petrochemical, refining, and power generation industries. These courses are conducted primarily at the plant level by experienced professionals with focused, in-depth knowledge in both product and application. If needed, these courses can be modified to more closely address your needs or applications. There is no cost for these programs and they are not designed or intended to be "sales presentations". Clark-Reliance is committed to increasing the awareness and importance of level indication & control instrumentation and filtration & separation equipment, through these educational programs

Cleaver-Brooks, Div of Aqua-Chem Inc.
THREE INDEPTH TRAINING SEMINARS TO FIT YOUR NEEDS

Boiler Systems PLUS Level ONE is a seminar designed for Boiler Operators, Maintenance Personnel and first line Supervisory Personnel. This two-day course will make the recipient more knowledgeable of what a boiler is and how it operates and what ancillary equipment is required to support its operation. Additionally, the program stresses safety and the proper operating practices required to maximize efficient and reliable service of the equipment.
Boiler Systems PLUS Seminar Level TWO is a seminar designed for Facilities managers, Energy managers, Plant managers, Plant engineers, Boiler Room supervisors, or anyone in an energy or safety overseeing capacity. This two-day course is designed to make the recipient more knowledgeable of how steam and hot water systems operate and how they can be improved to positively impact cost of operation, return on assets, reliability and safety.
Steam Plant Energy; Comprehend, Maximize, Manage is a seminar designed for individuals who have responsibility for the safe operation and efficient management of the steam system. The participant in this three-day program will walk away from the session with an excellent grasp of boilers, burners and related equipment including the systems which control their safe operation. Using the “team” approach, the individuals will analyze steam system schemes, learning the essentials of good design and how the system can be modified or improved to maximize fuel to steam efficiency, up time and return on investment. An (optional) exam is administered at the end of the training and a passing score results in certification through the Quantum Steam Association.

Visit us on line for training information and registration or call Training at 414/359-0600.

Fireye, Inc.
Fireye offers 4 professional training schools for burner/boiler service and engineering personnel during the year. The schools use pertinent case histories and step-by-step instructions for servicing the complete line of Fireye controls. The course covers Codes and Regulations, Explosion Hazards, Basic Flame Safeguard controls and Flame Detectors, Sequence of Operation, and Hands-on Wiring. Product lines covered by Flame-Monitor, MicroM and M-Series II, D-Series, E340. The instructors have many years of experience in the boiler industry and are considered experts on the various systems. Classes are limited to 20 students per class.

Hays Cleveland
Hays Cleveland provides training on combustion control equipment, design and application, including all aspects of single-point, parallel, and metering firing rate control, oxygen trim control, draft control, and drum level control. We also provide training on boiler or burner instrumentation equipment and applications including recorders, annunciators, gages, indicators, and PC-based supervisory control and data acquisition.

ITT Industries, Fluid Handling "Little Red Schoolhouse" Fluid Handling is known throughout the hydronics business as the industry's educator. Our "Little Red Schoolhouse",
a state-of-the-art learning center, has trained over 50,000 engineers, contractors, and service technicians in the proper design, installation, and maintenance of hydronics and steam
systems since 1954. Little Red Schoolhouse seminars cover a wide range of topics tailored to different occupations in the industry. There is no charge for these seminars. Prospective students must apply through their local ITT Fluid Handling representative. See the website to identify your representative. CEU credit and certificates are awarded upon completion of the seminar.

John Zink Company LLC - Todd Combustion / Gordon Piatt
The John Zink Institute offers many courses pertaining to combustion including: power boiler burners, industrial boiler burners, commercial boiler burners, process burners, flares, and thermal oxidizers. Courses cover topics ranging from theory of combustion, safety, principles of operation and maintenance. New courses are planned for computational fluid dynamic modeling, combustion noise, and Low NOx burners. Courses are taught by industry experts, many with advanced degrees and decades of experience. Students receive a copy of the new John Zink Combustion Handbook which is 800 pages in full color. Courses are available at John Zink's state-of-the-art facility in Tulsa, OK (including demonstrations at our world-renowned Test Center) or at your facility. Courses can also be customized to meet your specific requirements.

The National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors
For 83 years, the National Board has been an industry symbol of quality and integrity. With an unparalleled reputation in training, the National Board Training and Conference Center offers an outstanding variety of comprehensive course curricula featuring specially designed class materials, field trips, and a professional faculty comprised of university professors, former chief inspectors, former insurance company officials, design engineers, and licensed operators. Whether taking place at the beautiful National Board campus in Columbus, Ohio or through a customized program presented at your company, internationally recognized National Board courses represent the standard by which all other training organizations are judged.

Spirax Sarco Inc.
Steam Boiler Control & Steam Systems Training
· Boiler Level Controls
· TDS Control
· Boiler Blowdown Control & Heat Recovery
· Total Steam & Condensate System Design & Maintenance For: Maintenance Staff; Contractors; Designers
· Automatic Control of Process & HVAC Plant & Systems
Apply for brochure "Training In Steam" through Ruth Pinkham, Fax 803/714-2221 or Phone 803/714-2073.

Superior Boiler Works
Superior Boiler Works is pleased to offer the following boiler operation and boiler safety training seminars: ONE DAY - ON LOCATION -- Authorized Superior Boiler Works technicians will come to your plant to train your operating and maintenance personnel. We can customize the training to meet your specific equipment and system needs; TWO DAY- AT THE FACTORY -- This program involves an in-depth study of boiler/burner design, operation and maintenance. Some topics covered include control systems, burner controls and adjustment, boiler efficiency, boiler emissions, feedwater controls and deaeration, water conditioning, system design; FIVE DAY OPERATOR LICENSING PROGRAM - ON LOCATION OR REGIONAL -- We offer a NIULPE (The National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers.) program for licensing boiler operators and power engineers. There are five levels of licenses: Chief Engineer, First Class through Fourth Class. Classes run one week with testing on Friday afternoon.

Training Through the Industrial Technologies Program (ITP) of the U. S. Department of Energy

The USDOE Industrial Technologies Program’s industrial system-wide training helps you and your customers identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, decrease maintenance and downtime, and improve industrial system performance.

U. S. Department of Energy - Steam Best Practices
The U. S. Department of Energy's Office of Industrial Technologies offers Steam Best Practices system-wide and component-specific training programs to help companies run their industrial plants more efficiently. The training is offered throughout the year and around the country. Click on one of the following links for more information:

Training Sessions (link -- http://www.oit.doe.gov/bestpractices/training/training_sessions.shtml)
Materials (link - http://www.oit.doe.gov/bestpractices/training/training_materials.shtml)
USDOE Training Links (link - http://www.oit.doe.gov/bestpractices/training/training_links.shtml)

Valvtechnologies, Inc.
Valvtechnologies, Inc., a leading manufacturer of zero-leakage, integral metal-seated valves, offers a variety of industry related training topics:

- Year-round training opportunities not only for ongoing employee training but also for distributors and customers. These courses, topics are held at plant level and may pertain to valve, industry and/or specific customer needs.

- Every October, Valvtechnologies hosts an annual International Technical Seminar at its headquarters in Houston. This four-day event features intensive, hands-on training in a classroom setting for all customers and distributors. VTI staff, customers and others present classes designed to make the participants aware of the issues in the Power, Petrochemical Refining and mining applications, this includes reviews of various codes and other application issues. In addition classes on Total Valve Management (TVM) will be available. The seminar also includes a complete tour of the Valvtechnologies in-house manufacturing facility.

- The format of the individual training sessions is developed around the needs specific to the customer or distributor.

More information on training needs and courses may be obtained at 713-860-0400 or sales@valv.com.

Vogt Power International
HRSG OEM Seminar.
Topics of discussion: Principles of Design, Code Anamolies, Catalytic Reduction Systems, Operations, Valves & Instrumentation, Cycling, Water Chemistry, and Inspection-Problems in the Industry. Held approximately every two years. Contact Jeff Daiber for more information at 502.899.4515 or at aftermarket@vogtpower.com

WARE Boiler University

Learn from Boiler Industry Professionals… Not just Professional Educators.
Ware Boiler University is an accredited continuing adult education class with Western Kentucky University. Ware Boiler University's classes are designed to help improve success on the job in as little as three to five days.

Ware Boiler University's hands-on classes are designed to provide in-depth training on the following:
-Safety
-Cost reduction
-Efficiency operations
-Boiler inspections
-Maintenance
-Feedwater chemistry
-Refractory inspections
-Applications
-Boiler codes
-Terminology
-Troubleshooting controls
-And more
Courses offered are basic, advanced or week long sessions.
Download our WARE Boiler University brochure from our Website www.wareinc.com.
Classes are limited so reserve your space now! Or call 1-800-228-8861

Weishaupt Corporation - Gas & Oil Burners
Weishaupt gas & oil burners training topics:
· Combustion
· Burner controls
· W-series burners - 40,000 to 2,000,000 btuh
· Monarch series burners - 1,000,000 to 17,000,000 btuh
· 30-70 series burners - 3,000,000 to 32,000,000 btuh
· WK-series burners - 5,000,000 to 60,000,000 btuh