Steam Generators
The
Sioux Steam-Flo is a perfect source of low pressure steam for a variety
of commercial and industrial applications. This unit can be used in
place of a conventional boiler for a variety of commercial and
industrial applications. The generator produce 370-845 lbs. per hour of
saturated steam in minutes. The Steam-Flo provides continuous, unlimited
steam. The unit is easy to maintain and built to last. Mountings include
portable, stationary, or over-the-road trailer. The unit can be
outfitted with an optional water tank and generator for completely
self-contained operation. Because of its portability, the Steam-Flo is
excellent for use in overflow production and outlying area.
Steam-Flo generators are often used in commercial greenhouses and nurseries. The vessel is registered with the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors, meets requirements of CSD-1 of the ASME Code, and is built to Section IV of the ASME code. Sioux has manufactured the Steam-Flo steam generator since 1939. Thousands are in operation worldwide, providing years of trouble-free service.
Steam Generator Specifications
| Specifications with Insulation Option | SF-11 | SF-20 | SF-25 |
| Operating Current (Amps) | 115V/1Ph/60Hz | 115V/1Ph/60Hz | 115V/1Ph/60Hz |
| Boiler Horsepower | 10.7 BHP | 19.7 BHP | 24.5 BHP |
| Fuel | Oil, LP or NG | Oil | LP or NG |
| Steam Output | 370 LBS/HR | 680 LBS/HR | 845 LBS/HR |
| Input, BTU/Hr | 427,000 BTU/HR | 791,000 BTU/HR | 1,010,000 BTU/HR |
| Maximum Steam Working Pressure | 15 PSI | 15 PSI | 15 PSI |
| Operating Steam Working Pressure | 5-10 PSI | 5-10 PSI | 5-10 PSI |
| Maximum Temperature | 250 º F | 250 º F | 250 º F |
| Heat Transfer Surface Area, Square Feet | 65 | 118 | 118 |
| Firing Rate (#2 Fuel Oil) | 3.05 GPH | 5.65 GPH | N/A |
| Firing Rate (Natural Gas, CFH) | 427 CFH | N/A | 404 CFH |
| Firing Rate (LP Gas, CFH) | 171 CFH | N/A | 1,010 CFH |
| Machine Dimensions, Leg Mounted | 60" L x 40" W x 51" H | 73" L x 58" W x 63" H | 73" L x 58" W x 63" H |
| Machine Weight, Dry (Approximate) | 900 LBS | 1200 LBS | 1200 LBS |
| Boiler Volume (Approximate) | 55 GAL | 135 GAL | 135 GAL |
| Optional Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 GAL | 65 GAL | N/A |
| Efficiency (Approximate) | 0.84 | 0.83 | 0.82 |
| Specifications Without Insulation Option | |||
| Boiler Horsepower | 10.3 BHP | 19.2 BHP | 23.85 BHP |
| Steam Output | 355 LBS/HR | 660 LBS/HR | 821 LBS/HR |
| Efficiency (Approximate) | 81% | 80% | 79% |
| Approximate Insulation Cost Payback Period, Based on 1000 Hrs/Yr Operation | 2.2 YEARS | 2.3 YEARS | 2.3 YEARS |
| Options (Consult Factory) | ||
| Steam-Flo, ASME Coded, Leg Mounted, GFCI | ||
| Insulation Option. Includes: 1" Fiberglass Insulation and Stainless Steel Protective Cover | ||
| Trailer, 2-Wheel, Non-Highway. Includes: 15" Tires, Tongue with Pin Type Hitch. Includes Fuel Tank. | ||
| Trailer, 2-Wheel, Over-the-Road. Includes: 15" Tires, Tongue with 2" Ball Hitch, Tail Lights and Wiring Harness. Includes Fuel Tank. | ||
| Skid Mount. Includes Optional Fuel Tank | ||
| Hot Water Boiler Option | ||
| 2" x 25' Steam Hose with 2" MPT ends | ||
| 2" x 50' Steam Hose with 2" MPT ends | ||
| The Sioux Steam-Flo ® is a three-pass, dry-back, Scotch boiler registered with the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors, is built to Section IV of the ASME Code and meets ASME CSD-1 Code. | ||