What Is a Skid‑Mounted Boiler?
As an R&D engineer at Fangkuai Boiler, I’d explain a skid‑mounted boiler as follows: A skid‑mounted boiler is a self‑contained steam or hot‑water system assembled entirely on a welded steel frame—known as a skid—so it arrives on site ready for installation. In our factory, we integrate the boiler shell, burner, feed‑water pump, control panel and all necessary safety devices, piping and wiring them to our exacting standards. Each unit undergoes full pressure and performance testing before dispatch. On site, you simply connect the fuel, water, electrical supply and steam (or hot‑water) piping. This modular, plug‑and‑play solution slashes installation time, minimizes civil‑works and field labor, and delivers the reliability of factory‑verified performance.
Components of a 3 t/h Complete Skid‑Mounted Boiler
A typical 3 t/h (3 ton‑per‑hour) skid‑mounted steam boiler package includes:
| Component | Description | Unit Cost Range (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Boiler Shell & Furnace | Three‑pass fire‑tube boiler body with burner assembly | $25,000 – $35,000 |
| Burner & Control Panel | High‑efficiency burner plus PLC‑based combustion/safety controls | $5,000 – $8,000 |
| Feed‑Water Skid | Pump, pressure controls, soft‑start, safety interlocks | $4,000 – $6,000 |
| Water Treatment Unit | Duplex softener or reverse‑osmosis pre‑treatment system | $3,000 – $5,000 |
| Steam Separator/Drum | Demister or cyclone separator for dry‑steam output | $2,000 – $4,000 |
| Skid Frame & Piping | Structural steel skid, interconnecting insulated pipework | $6,000 – $10,000 |
| Factory Testing & QA | Hydrostatic test, burner‑fire testing, documentation | $2,000 – $3,000 |
| Shipping & Installation | Freight, local rigging, on‑site commissioning | $3,000 – $5,000 |
Total Turnkey Cost: $45,000 – $66,000
Prices vary based on fuel type, steam pressure rating, automation level, and regional logistics.
Calculating the Total Price
Summing the midpoints of each range:
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Boiler Shell & Furnace: $30,000
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Burner & Control Panel: $6,500
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Feed‑Water Skid: $5,000
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Water Treatment Unit: $4,000
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Steam Separator/Drum: $3,000
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Skid Frame & Piping: $8,000
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Factory Testing & QA: $2,500
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Shipping & Installation: $4,000
Estimated Midpoint Total: $63,000 (within the $45,000 – $66,000 range)
Convenience of Skid‑Mounted Design
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Rapid Deployment: Ready for service upon arrival—no lengthy field assembly.
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Factory‑Tested: Ensures performance and reliability; reduces on‑site commissioning hours.
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Compact Footprint: Modular skid designs fit in constrained plant layouts.
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Ease of Relocation: Entire unit can be moved with minimal rigging.
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Standardized Quality: Consistent manufacturing processes for every package.
FangKuai Boiler manufactures a wide range of energy‑efficient boiler solutions—including condensing steam boilers, commercial hot‑water boilers, and vertical gas hot‑water boilers—all available in skid‑mounted configurations.
For tailored, turnkey boiler solutions that meet your precise capacity, fuel, and automation requirements, contact us today and let our engineering team design and deliver your next 3 t/h skid‑mounted boiler package.
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