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F.A.Q
Frequently Asked Questions about Econoburn™
wood gasification boilers...
Here are some commonly asked questions, and answers about Econoburn™ wood boilers.
1. What is an Econoburn™ wood gasification boiler?
The Econoburn™ wood boiler is a wood burning furnace, built by Alternative Fuel Boilers. It is designed with highly fuel efficient gasification technology, and built to provide high volume heating and domestic hot water needs for commercial and residential applications.
2. How does the Econoburn™ wood boiler compare to other boilers, why is it the best choice for me?
High fuel efficiency, fast return of investment, reliable made in the USA construction and simple operation and maintenance make the Econoburn™ wood boiler a perfect choice for any business or home owner ready to take advantage of its money saving features.
Fifty years of metal fabrication experience, state of the art ISO 9001-2000 facilities, and competitor exclusive features such as Underwriters Laboratories certification, proven control unit technology, and a 5 year manufacturer warranty make the Econoburn™ wood boilers the only choice for your alternative space heating, and hot water needs.
3. How does the cost of wood compare with other heating fuel sources?
Of the most popular heating fuels, wood comes out on top for equivalent Price per Million Btu's.
With our Econoburn™ wood boilers delivering almost 90% water heating efficiency, the overall
Cost per Million Btu's of our boilers is substantially less than any of these fuels,
regardless of heating system type.
With free access to your own wood supply, and an Econoburn™ boiler, your overall heating costs will be unbeatable!
* Figures of the above tables determined using the Energy Information Administration
online heat calculator.
http://www.eia.doe.gov/neic/experts/heatcalc.xls
4. How much and what quality of fuel will I need to supply my Econoburn™ wood boiler?
Our Econoburn™ wood boilers use substantially less wood to produce high volumes of hot water than conventionally built furnaces. The boiler can effectively burn any type of precut cord wood, scrap lumber, or other pieces of a minimum size, even fresh cut green wood. In fact, burning green wood with a minimum 20% water content is recommended, as the gasification process requires this moisture for optimum heat and fuel efficiency.
5. Which Econoburn™ wood boiler model will I need to provide sufficient heat for my application?
The suggested models below are based on a well insulated home. Other factors to consider are quality, size and number of windows, R-Value of insulation in wall and ceilings, storm doors, single story or double story home, and geographical region (i.e. cold climate such as New York, Michigan, Canada, or semi warm climate such as Virginia, Tennessee).
If your residence is poorly insulated or has old single pane windows, it is recommended that the next larger model boiler be purchased.
If you are unsure which wood boiler model is right for your application, contact us for more information.
6. Can I install my Econoburn™ wood boiler myself?
We recommend the use of only licensed professionals for installation to ensure compliance with local building and fire codes, and to validate the product warranty.
7. Are there alternative heating system purchase incentive programs I may be eligible for?
Buying an Econoburn™ wood boiler may make you or your business eligible for certain state/federal tax rebates, or purchase incentive programs. You can check with your local state/federal tax and energy departments for more information.
A good online resource for federal and state Incentive programs can be found at the
Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy (DSIRE) website:
http://www.dsireusa.org/
wood gasification boilers...
Here are some commonly asked questions, and answers about Econoburn™ wood boilers.
1. What is an Econoburn™ wood gasification boiler?
The Econoburn™ wood boiler is a wood burning furnace, built by Alternative Fuel Boilers. It is designed with highly fuel efficient gasification technology, and built to provide high volume heating and domestic hot water needs for commercial and residential applications.
2. How does the Econoburn™ wood boiler compare to other boilers, why is it the best choice for me?
High fuel efficiency, fast return of investment, reliable made in the USA construction and simple operation and maintenance make the Econoburn™ wood boiler a perfect choice for any business or home owner ready to take advantage of its money saving features.
Fifty years of metal fabrication experience, state of the art ISO 9001-2000 facilities, and competitor exclusive features such as Underwriters Laboratories certification, proven control unit technology, and a 5 year manufacturer warranty make the Econoburn™ wood boilers the only choice for your alternative space heating, and hot water needs.
3. How does the cost of wood compare with other heating fuel sources?
Of the most popular heating fuels, wood comes out on top for equivalent Price per Million Btu's.
With our Econoburn™ wood boilers delivering almost 90% water heating efficiency, the overall
Cost per Million Btu's of our boilers is substantially less than any of these fuels,
regardless of heating system type.
With free access to your own wood supply, and an Econoburn™ boiler, your overall heating costs will be unbeatable!
| Fuel Type | Unit | Price per Unit (Dollars) | Heat Content per Unit (Btu's) | Price per Million Btu's (Dollars) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood | Cord (Full) | $185.00 | 18,500,000 | $10.00 |
| Natural Gas | Therm | $1.51 | 100,000 | $15.13 |
| Kerosene | Gallon | $2.46 | 135,000 | $18.22 |
| Fuel Oil No.2 | Gallon | $2.42 | 138,690 | $17.45 |
| Propane | Gallon | $1.98 | 91,333 | $21.68 |
| Electricity | KiloWatt-hour (kWh) | $0.086 | 3,412 | $25.32 |
| Heating System Type | Rated or Estimated Efficiency | Cost Per Million Btu's (Dollars) |
|---|---|---|
| Econoburn™ Wood Boiler | 87 % | $11.49 |
| Natural Gas Heater / Boiler | 78 % | $19.39 |
| Oil Furnace / Boiler | 78 % | $22.37 |
| Kerosene Heater (Vented) | 80 % | $22.78 |
| Electric Furnace / Baseboard / Space Heater | 99 % | $25.58 |
| Propane Furnace / Boiler | 78 % | $27.79 |
* Figures of the above tables determined using the Energy Information Administration
online heat calculator.
http://www.eia.doe.gov/neic/experts/heatcalc.xls
4. How much and what quality of fuel will I need to supply my Econoburn™ wood boiler?
Our Econoburn™ wood boilers use substantially less wood to produce high volumes of hot water than conventionally built furnaces. The boiler can effectively burn any type of precut cord wood, scrap lumber, or other pieces of a minimum size, even fresh cut green wood. In fact, burning green wood with a minimum 20% water content is recommended, as the gasification process requires this moisture for optimum heat and fuel efficiency.
5. Which Econoburn™ wood boiler model will I need to provide sufficient heat for my application?
The suggested models below are based on a well insulated home. Other factors to consider are quality, size and number of windows, R-Value of insulation in wall and ceilings, storm doors, single story or double story home, and geographical region (i.e. cold climate such as New York, Michigan, Canada, or semi warm climate such as Virginia, Tennessee).
If your residence is poorly insulated or has old single pane windows, it is recommended that the next larger model boiler be purchased.
If you are unsure which wood boiler model is right for your application, contact us for more information.
| Econoburn™ Boiler Model | Size of Heating Area (Square Feet) | Boiler Output (Btu's) |
|---|---|---|
| Econoburn™ EBW - 100 Boiler | 1000 - 2000 | 100,000 |
| Econoburn™ EBW - 150 Boiler | 2000 - 2400 | 150,000 |
| Econoburn™ EBW - 200 Boiler | 2500 - 3000 | 200,000 |
| Econoburn™ EBW - 300 Boiler | 3700 - 4400 | 300,000 |
| Econoburn™ EBWC - 500 Boiler | 4400 - 7000 | 500,000 |
| Econoburn™ EBWC - 1000 Boiler | more than 7000 | 1,000,000 |
6. Can I install my Econoburn™ wood boiler myself?
We recommend the use of only licensed professionals for installation to ensure compliance with local building and fire codes, and to validate the product warranty.
7. Are there alternative heating system purchase incentive programs I may be eligible for?
Buying an Econoburn™ wood boiler may make you or your business eligible for certain state/federal tax rebates, or purchase incentive programs. You can check with your local state/federal tax and energy departments for more information.
A good online resource for federal and state Incentive programs can be found at the
Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy (DSIRE) website:
http://www.dsireusa.org/
