[Steam-engine] Boiler Inspections

[Richard Strobel]

Andy..being a newbee, I can only give you this link as I'd rather not resort 
to memory...hit "next section" for more.

http://data.opi.state.mt.us/bills/mca/50/74/50-74-102.htm

  Our initial hydro (on the stationary VFT,) visual and UT were free...we'll 
see on the next ones.

Montana does have a traction license.  Historic stationary ( over 15 psi ) 
is treated as New Generation.

Boiler (certification) license was just over 100 bucks.

I believe we now hydro at 150% but need to check further into that.

Life is good...have a great holiday season.

RickinMt.






> Does your state/jurisdiction inspect historic boilers?
>  If the answer is yes I have a few questions.  What
> inspections are performed? hydro? visual, safety
> valve, ultrasound?........?  How often are the
> inspections performed?  What is the cost of an
> inspection?  Does your jurisdiction have reciprosity
> agreements with others?  What formulas and safety
> factors are used in determining MAWP?  What is the min
> boiler size that is inspected?  Are there any
> arbitrary rules in place for historic boilers?
> (example: lap seams are limited to 100 psi MAX) How
> often do you have to replace soft plugs, pop valves,
> gauges?