zozen boiler
Home Service FAQs Boiler basics What are the most common boiler fuel types?

What are the most common boiler fuel types?

23 Aug 2019

Boilers are often distinguished by fuels that power them. The kind of fuel makes an essential difference in operating costs and environmental impact, so it’s important to learn about the various types of boiler fuel.
Coal, is a common boiler fuel. It dominates the global energy arena due to its abundance, affordability and wide distribution across the world. The most commonly used coal fuels include anthracite, bituminous coal, sub-bituminous coal, lignite and peat.
There are also a large number of gas/oil fired boilers. Natural gas, for instance, contains a mixture of several substances, including methane, propane, and butane. Meanwhile, oil-fuel boilers may require diesel, gasoline, or other types of petroleum-based fuels.
Finally, some boilers choose biomass as fuel. These are less common fuel types applied by environmentally progressive companies that utilize items like wood chips, rice husks, and various plant materials that surprisingly can be used to fuel boilers.
When it comes to selecting a boiler based on the fuel it uses, it’s best to find a boiler that can operate on more than one type of fuel.Meanwhile, ZOZEN’s WNS series of boilers can run on natural gas, biogas, of #2 fuel oil, giving you several fuel options.
One of the top benefits of a boiler that can run on multiple types of fuel is that it can help you to make adjustments to changing fuel costs. Prices can fluctuate so much that it's sometimes difficult to commit to one type of fuel all the time. When it comes to fuel for your boiler, it's always best to have options.

Related news View More
  • ZOZEN Boiler's Reciprocating Grate Boilers Excel Overseas, Empowering Multiple Industries with Efficient Operation
    In recent years, as global energy demands continue to rise and environmental regulations become increasingly stringent, high-efficiency boiler equipment has garnered significant attention in international markets. As an industry-leading boiler supplier, ZOZEN Boiler has achieved repeated success in overseas markets through its self-developed reciprocating grate technology, providing customized thermal solutions for multiple industries. Numerous projects exported to countries including Kyrgyzstan...
    27 May 2025
  • ZOZEN Gas-fired Boilers: A Reliable Force Driving Green Upgrades in the Automotive Industry
    As a technological pioneer and quality benchmark in the industrial boiler field, ZOZEN Boiler, with profound technical expertise, outstanding innovation capabilities, and reliable product performance, has deeply integrated into the automotive industry supply chain, becoming a steadfast partner for many internationally renowned automotive companies in achieving green and intelligent manufacturing. ZOZEN Gas-fired Boilers: The Firm Choice of the Automotive Industry Geely Auto: WNS Series Boile...
    20 May 2025
  • Overseas Orders Surge: ZOZEN Boiler Supports Industrial Upgrading in Venezuela
    Recently, ZOZEN Boiler successfully exported multiple WNS series gas-fired steam boilers to Venezuela, serving the local paper-making and food processing industries. This achievement not only marks another major breakthrough for ZOZEN Boiler in the international market but also demonstrates the technological strength and competitiveness of Chinese manufacturing in the global industrial sector. By providing efficient, environmentally friendly, and intelligent boiler equipment, ZOZEN Boiler has in...
    13 May 2025

Find the Right Boiler For You

Name *

Email *

WhatsApp/WeChat

Products

Power/Capacity