Engineered Mechanical Solutions for Performance Contracts
SMI partners with ESCOs on projects ranging from targeted efficiency improvements to complex mechanical system retrofits. Our team brings engineering, assessment, design, and construction expertise to steam, hydronic, and boiler plant systems.
Whether supporting an investment-grade audit, engineering a boiler replacement, or coordinating installation in an active healthcare facility, SMI helps turn energy conservation opportunities into actionable, constructible project scopes.
Mechanical Retrofit & Energy Efficiency Solutions
Our experts upgrade outdated or inefficient boilers with modern, high-performance systems designed to improve reliability and reduce energy use
Boiler Plant Upgrades
Firetube Boilers
Cast Iron Sectional Boilers
Condensing Boilers
Electric Boilers
Modular Systems
Biomass Boilers
Our burner retrofit services optimize the combustion process to enhance fuel-air mixing and boiler efficiency. These upgrades can reduce fuel consumption by 3-9% and prevent sooting, significantly extending boiler life and reducing maintenance costs.
Burner Retrofit & Replacement Solutions
Full Burner Replacements
Parallel Positioning Retrofits
O2 Trim Systems
VFD Retrofits for Combustion Air Fan Motors
From Project Development Through Implementation
Our involvement extends beyond identifying energy savings. SMI supports ESCO partners through engineering, scope development, installation, commissioning, and ongoing performance.
Engineering Expertise Applied in the Field
Explore the Engineering Behind the Solutions in Our Technical Webinar Series
Proven Steam Generation Expertise
Case Study: Cost Savings and Efficiency Improvements for East Haven, CT with Comprehensive Energy and Water Conservation Project
Webinar: Modernizing Hot Water Systems: Retrofitting Conventional Hydronic Heating Systems with Condensing Boilers
Webinar: Understanding Burner Retrofits and Control Upgrades for Efficiency Improvement
Webinar: Advanced Combustion Control for Biomass Stokers With Cross Company
Whitepaper: Pulp and Paper Blowdown Whitepaper
White Paper: Steam Plant Boiler Blowdown Energy and Water Savings Opportunity
Have a Mechanical Retrofit or ESPC Opportunity on the Horizon?
Whether you're evaluating a single ECM or developing a complex boiler plant retrofit, SMI can support your team with engineering expertise, practical scope development, and turnkey implementation.
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