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Heat rate


The Heat rate tool is used to calculate the heat rate, heat recovery efficiency and/or the total system efficiency of a combined heat and power (CHP) plant, using three separate methods that are based on various types of information normally available from product suppliers or system designers.

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CHP Plant Heat Rate and Heat Recovery Calculation
Efficiency Calculation

Heat Rate Tool

Heat Rate Tool