Ben I remember first being introduced to this field and immediately found you on RU-vid. I didn’t even know how the licensing work or how to even get in the field; to now having my Philadelphia Class A Engineering for high pressure boiler and chillers. I went from health care job to being a power plant engineer in the same hospital. You did a good job drawing me in and makes things clear while I did my own leaning. You help changed my life and thanks for your time making these videos. God bless Ben ! FYI - listen to his introduction stories bc it help you understand the foundation of boilers. You’ll listen naturally if your doing it for the love of power plants.
Ty, It sounds like you are a motivated learner! This will help you in every aspect of life. Yes, God has blessed me and beyond what I deserve. Wishing you the best and thanks for your gracious comments. Boiler Ben
I could not have done this without your training. Believe me when I say I knew absolutely NOTHING about boilers. I bought the books you recommended and watched all of your video series as you suggested. Passed Special Engineer License on the FIRST try. Thank you for all that you've put into this series. Thank you, Thank you and Thank you.
I'm doing the same thing you are lol. I was wondering if you took notes on his videos and if you went through his videos first or read the books first. If you could let me know that'd be great thanks!
Speaking from experience, I highly recommend you watch all of these videos if you are going for your Minnesota special license. I JUST walked out of the test confident that I knew every answer after about 20 minutes. Be proactive and research anything he says that you can't fully visualize; understand and read the rules & resources provided on the Department of Labor website. Do this diligently and you are sure to pass! Hats off to Ben. I would say about 80-90% of the content he references in this video series is on the test, and for good reason! Vital points for operating boilers safely and efficiently. Ben, I highly encourage you to continue making content. I think you would do great making some shorter videos on more specific/technical aspects on boilers and how they are operated. Thank you again!
Wonderful teaching!! Thank you for sharing all of your life’s work with us. Please continue to post these as they are so very informative and helpful. So much of boiler work is shrouded in mystery but your method is very to the point and useful for work. Thank you so much!!!
Ben, I thank you. I’m 33, and working in a paper mill in maine. Always been curious about this stuff, and because of your series I signed up for the class. Greatly appreciated, men with experience and knowledge like you are an asset with limitless value. There is no replacement for experience. Take your down to earth approach, your calm demeanor, and your charisma, thank you sir. From a simple Mainer, looking to do better for his kids, thank you.
Thanks for the kind words. Boilers are not all that hard to understand. Most everything ties together and boils down to good common sense for operation. I sure have enjoyed working hand in hand with the great American workers who keep our country going!
Thank you Ben, I’m from Texas. Trying to get my third grade boiler license. I have both books but having an instructor like you makes the learning process much easier.
Thanks Ben you and my other instructor Bill Wright are the reason for me to enter the field. Thanks again, very informative plus both you and Bill and myself live in northern Minnesota
I am currently studying for my Fundamentals of Engineering exam. Just finished my fluids section and will be starting my thermodynamics section, I found this video very interesting and educational. After passing my F.E 🤞 I will be looking into purchasing these l.p boiler books. Thank you.
Good for you. Yes, for sure purchase the books I recommend. They are very important as there is additional information that is not covered by my videos. And are a great resource for future studies and future boiler operation!! Best wishes.
I am preparing for my 3rd grade license. This is awesome 👍‼️ Very grateful for your sessions. I will eat and breath each session. Thanks so much seriously 😁😁😁
Thank you for your helpful videos. This help me navigate around tough theory and understand the fundamentals as well as the advanced knowledge to prepare for Fireman Boiler Exam in Saskatchewan Canada! I hope that you will receive much blessings from the Lord. Thank you once again for your dedicating work!
Thank you so much for these videos it is helping me prepare for my classes so much with some other information i found and printed!! it helps me understand better of what i am reading.😄 i have switched from caregiver to maintenance at 36. this all so interesting and works great with my adhd on learning this information.
im in southern mn going for my special engineer boiler class in 2 weeks got a lot of studying to do. i have the 3rd edition of the book. gonna watch as much of your videos as i can
Thank you Ben I am from twin City Metro area I just finished reading the book you recommended I already have it now going through the study guide to make sure and understand for my exam
@@BoilerBen Sure Ben. He’s also a RU-vid legend. Mrpete222, also known as Tubalcain, is an American RU-vidr who mainly uploads educational videos of him showing how to use different machinery in a workshop. He also has uploaded vlogs of himself at different places, such as different farm shows. Before RU-vid, he was a high school workshop teacher for over 40 years and had taught thousands of students.
Twaskyou sr for all information i have black seal licenses for of state of newjersey operator long time i was refreshing all memory how work the boiler. Blessing
Nice explanation of things The easiest way for the sensible and latent like how I learned back in the late '90s was on a slide scale going from a frozen pound of water and 180 BTUs of sensible heat energy would raise it to boiling point and then to change state from water to steam if you have the chart slide to the right 970 BTUs then go up that would be where it starts steam I hope I can convey what I'm seeing in my head by the above
Hey Ben great videos. I’m just starting my power engineer journey and all this information is very handy. I just had a question about water-tube boilers. What are a few types designed for low pressure heating applications? Thank you again for the great videos.😋
There are a number of different water-tube boilers used for heating. A few are a simple coil with products of combustion surrounding the tubes. Others are larger boilers and some have straight tubes and some with bent tubes. Typically the water tube styles do not have large quantities of water. Fire tube usually have larger volumes of water and can handle sudden large demands for heat. I hope this helps and best wishes on your journey. Remember it’s all about the water! Nothing happens without it!!
Wow how can I thank you! I am preparing for a state contractors license in hvac and there are 4 questions on boilers. I have never seen a boiler other than a water heater---yes, I bought the book, and studied, but then I found your series and it makes all the difference. One question- one time I had some function and went to a dry cleaner on saturday and asked them if they could do something- don't remember- but I do remember they said "we don't usually get the steam up on saturday". So what kind of boiler does a dry cleaner use? A small package boiler? Thank you again.
I am glad this made a difference for you and best of luck on your test! Dry cleaners use package boilers for a number of applications. Sometimes for pressing linens, wrinkle removal and specialized cleaning. Small shops commonly use small boilers that are under 6 BHP but have a MAWP of 50 PSI. These small boilers can get "A Head of Steam" quickly and are turned off for weekends etc. Boiler Ben
Those old Kewanee boilers are dependable work horses. I have a water column off an old Kewanee that I use in classes. And yes I fish with grandkids mostly in the summer. Thanks for your comment and best wishes!
Most of the standards for low pressure boiler operation are actually set by the ASME and the National Board. There may be rules regarding licensing requirements and limitations that are specific to the State of NJ. Thanks for watching and the very best to you as you pursue your license!
Good for you! I assume you already have a second class so really study the book and study guide. Pay attention to the Minnesota Session. You will need to know how to figure the total BHP of a plant (more than one boiler on common header) and how to calculate the total force on a safety valve. Also review the minimum and maximum pipe and safety valve sizes. Yep you can do it!!
Hello Ben, I’m also from Minnesota! I’m currently working as a Janitor for Saint Paul Public Schools and trying to achieve my Specials License so I can move up and become an engineer for the district. If you can give me any tips I would appreciate it, I’m investing in the Safe Boiler Operation Fundamentals book. Thanks!
Congratulations! I’ve been right where you are now. My advice is read and reread the book. Listen to my videos and ask those who already have a license questions you need answers to. You will do well!!
I recently studied the MN Special Engineers guide but am having issues with the practice test. There's no answer key in the back of the book so I can't easily grade my practice test. There's also parts where the answers to the questions don't match the way the answer is worded in the book which makes it more confusing. Is the Low Pressure Boiler guide more straight forward, and does it have an answer key to be able to grade my practice tests?
I believe you are doing quite well. This much information is not gained easily or quickly. If it has been a few years since you studied to learn a subject it can be difficult. I would advise you to reread the book slowly and when you finish each paragraph stop and cover what you read with your hand. Then ask yourself “what did I just read”. If you can’t answer this easily you need to read it again and again until you easily understand what you have read. The key for Safe Boiler Operation Fundamentals can be ordered from American Technical Publishers 800-323-3471. Item #4612 $15. The Study Guide is used with the Low Pressure Boiler textbook and it is #4373 $15. When I was studying years ago my books would be worn from reading over and over while trying to grasp what was before me. Keep it up!!
Oh definitely plan on reading through the book again. One thing that helped me too is being able to read the book in the boiler room at my work and when I get to a certain thing in the book I go and find it on our system. Granted not everything is the same because we run hot water only. I just like having every tool at my disposal that will help me learn. Thank you for the videos and the feedback!
Thanks for watching. The best thing you can do is watch the Boiler Ben Introduction Session and follow my advice including ordering the text book for Special Engineers for Minnesota. Then study, study and study!! Keep going!!
Hey Ben, I have the book and study guide and been at it for a couple months. I’m headed out on a backpacking trip for several days and wondering if you have a downloaded version of your videos? That way I can listen/watch them while I’m on trail. Thank you. And I have watched all your sessions, great job.
I’ll have to look into your downloading question. Have a great trip. I’m a hiker myself. Having hiked in Glacier, Mt. Rainer, Mt. St. Helens and rim to rim in the Grand Canyon. Of course also all over the northern woods of Minnesota! Sounds like you are doing all the right things with your boiler studies.
@@BoilerBen dang you have been to some place I want to visit. I’ll be on the Appalachian Trail this time. Headed to Colorado in August. Look me up on Facebook if you have an account. Rob Jupina
I’m in Wilmington,DE and the CITY canceled the licensing program which means you do not need a license but my hospital still want someone to have one so I want my class A license (Philadelphia) I know nothing about boilers in the sense of working with them. I been looking forever for a good video or any help so I can take my class A .. in Philadelphia you just need to take one test “Class A” don’t have to do several grades or classes. So I’ll say this test is for my class A , grade 1 , class 1 license depending on your state of what they call it. I hope been helps me bc I’m about to pay for a class and I see people actually was helped by his channel ! Ben if this helps just know I’ll email you personally with a donation ! My only question would THE HIGHEST GRADE exam .. consist of HIGH BOILERS rather just the LOW boilers bc I see all your videos is on LOW boilers
Yes this low pressure training has helped many pass their license exams. Make sure you get the books I recommend and read them along with watching my videos. Philadelphia is rich in boiler history! Best wishes!
I’m not sure how to answer your question on the boiler tests In Philadelphia. Perhaps contact another individual who already has a license and has taken exams. There’s many similarities between high and low boilers but my videos are on low pressure boilers.
@@BoilerBen basically in short terms I was wondering can the book recommended help you obtain your highest class of licensing or is it only for the lowest class licensing. I’ll look into it; Thanks Ben !!!
Use the Low Pressure Boilers fifth edition along with the matching Study Guide. Also check for local or State websites for information, statutes or codes that are specific to their jurisdictions.
Now for the three types of heat the easier method to explain is conduction is physical between two objects convection heats through the medium which could be water or air and radiation heats an object without heating the medium medium being air water or whatever
Ben, I’m preparing for my MN 2nd class C exam. Any idea how much of Steingrass’ book I have to study for that? For example, Chapters 1-5. Or, is it the whole book? Thanks!
Chuck thanks for watching! I would encourage you to read and study all the chapters. The chapter on air conditioning doesn’t pertain to boiler operation though. Be sure you know the maximum BHP you can operate as a 2nd class C.
I live in saint cloud Minnesota, just got a maintenance director job at an assisted living facility. I need to get a boilers license. Do you think that would be low pressure or high pressure? What is the difference.. any important things to study?
Congratulations on your new position. I would advise you to listen carefully to the “Boiler Ben Introduction Session”. Order the text book Safe Boiler Operation Fundamentals. Then follow my RU-vid series as you study the text book. Thanks for watching!
I am unsure of your question. The most common places that need boiler operators are public facilities like schools, colleges, hospitals and nursing homes. I believe in Wisconsin boiler operator licensing is at the city or county level. Thanks for watching and hope the videos will be beneficial to you.
Unfortunately there is nothing I can do about the commercials. As the videos become more popular RU-vid adds the commercials. Sorry about that. I don’t receive any money from the videos as I have never commercialized. Thanks for watching!
@@BoilerBen I'm sorry to hear you're not getting any money from them! You have the best (only) free training series I've found. RU-vid is certainly making money off of them. Thank you for making these videos, they're a great resource for boiler apprentices trying to get a handle on things.
I was severely sleep deprived due to multiple 16 hour shifts in a row when I left my previous comment, so all y'all ignore it, please. Ben, I apologize for being rude. You have an excellent channel and I'm learning a lot from your videos. I work in a small high pressure plant but a lot of things seem to be the same so far, and since I don't currently have any other training materials (but ordered the high pressure version of the books you recommended) and work my shifts alone, it's really helpful to have good information on boiler basics. I've only watched a few videos so far, then stopped to wait for my books. Thank you again for creating and sharing this resource, and have a great day! -- Bekah
You are right that there are many similarities between high and low pressure. Remember with steam boilers anything above 15 psi is considered high pressure. And for hot water boilers anything above 160 psi or above 250 degrees F is high pressure. I think you have the right book to help you. Best of luck!!
The easiest way is to purchase directly from American Technical Publishers online. Links to them on my RU-vid channels. Thanks for watching and best wishes!!
This video series is worth $112 according to Pearson textbooks, because I am gonna pass my test without any college books or college courses cause of this video 😂
@@riley8429 Your ultimate goal is to become as knowledgeable as possible and the test will take care of itself. Answer all the questions you confidently know then work on the more difficult ones. Your first gut reaction is usually the best. Do not leave and questions unanswered. Best wishes!
Hello sir my name is Gurjeet Singh from India(Punjab) I am boiler operator fast class certified licence. 12 years experience I need a job boiler field. Plzz help me, and suggest me thanks🙏.
Congratulations on your 12 years of experience! The very best wishes to you. With your skills you should be someone who would be very employable. Keep trying your very best. Thanks for watching the videos.
