Steam, the original 'bad boy': Don't approach steam like a hot water system

摘要

Steam systems have the reputation of being the "bad boy" of the industry and I believe it may be unfounded. Many contractors will suggest replacing the steam system with a new system but it may be fiscally unrealistic to do so. In many instances, conversion of the system from steam could require replacement of the entire system, including piping, boilers and radiators. If the client cannot afford replacement, the next option would be to optimize the existing system.