NFPA 8506-1998 PDF Download

The NFPA 8506-1998 standard provides guidelines for heat recovery steam generators operating at any fuel input rate. The standard specifically covers HRSGs that fire natural gas, No. 2 fuel oil, kerosene, JP-4 jet fuel, and diesel fuel. It is applicable to HRSGs with or without supplemental firing. The standard encompasses important considerations for the safe and efficient operation of these systems, ensuring that they meet the necessary fire protection and safety requirements.

The NFPA 8506-1998 standard consists of approximately 42 pages and is available in both PDF and 1995 PDF formats. It serves as a comprehensive reference document for engineers, designers, and operators involved in the design, installation, maintenance, and inspection of heat recovery steam generator systems. Compliance with this standard helps to minimize the risks associated with the use of HRSGs, ensuring the protection of personnel, equipment, and property and promoting the efficient recovery of waste heat.