<p>This publication is an important adjunct to several previously published<br />
documents prepared to inform, educate and assist the reader in adequately<br />
considering and planning for the many major activities involved in the design,<br />
construction and start-up of cogeneration and combined cycle power plants.<br />
Experience has shown that failure to consider the complex interrelationships<br />
between the various component systems can result in costly delays in project<br />
completion and turn over dates. Additionally, incorrect procedures and planning<br />
can result in damage or failure of key pieces of equipment or systems during<br />
subsequent operation.<br />
This consensus was prepared by a task group of this subcommittee under the<br />
leadership of Edward Beardwood. The task group consisted of representatives of<br />
manufacturers, operators and consultants involved with the planning, design,<br />
manufacture, operation and monitoring of industrial and utility boilers, steam<br />
generators and associated equipment and systems.<br />
The ASME Research and Technology Committee on Water and Steam in<br />
Thermal Systems will review, revise and reissue this document from time to time<br />
as necessary to comply with advances in technology in the design of these plants<br />
and the water treatment options.</p>