What are the additional costs for a 0.5 mm thick layer of limescale on an average industrial steam boiler?

Imagine you have an industrial steam boiler with a heating surface of 473.79 m². A limescale layer of just 0.5 mm can significantly reduce the efficiency of your boiler and drive up operating costs. But how high are these costs exactly? (Resolution to follow next week)

Note: Limescale deposits lead to higher energy consumption and additional maintenance costs.

Post from 13th august 2024