24 | Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk October/November 2026 Energy & Environmental Management Focus on: Boilers, Burners & Controls As commercial and industrial heating systems become increasingly sophisticated, the skills required to commission, service and maintain them are evolving just as quickly. Modern burners are expected to deliver high levels of efficiency, meet increasingly stringent emissions requirements and integrate with advanced control systems, making specialist technical knowledge more important than ever. Technology is changing the engineer’s role Burner technology has advanced significantly over recent years. Alongside tighter emissions legislation, increased modulation capabilities and more sophisticated electronic controls, engineers are now expected to work with equipment that offers far greater levels of functionality than previous generations. While these developments bring considerable benefits in terms of performance and efficiency, they also increase the importance of understanding how equipment should be selected, commissioned and maintained. Manufacturer training gives engineers the opportunity to gain practical knowledge directly from the people who design and support the equipment. As burner technologies become more advanced, that specialist knowledge becomes increasingly valuable, helping engineers understand not only how equipment should operate, but why. Training also provides opportunities to share best practice, improve safety and highlight the small but important details that are often difficult to learn solely through on-site experience. Commissioning is more than a final check Successful burner commissioning is about much more than confirming that a system starts and runs. Every installation is different, with commissioning requirements varying according to burner type, fuel, appliance design, operational requirements and emissions targets. Ensuring every stage of the process is completed correctly is fundamental to achieving reliable long-term performance. When commissioning gas or LPG burners, one of the most important early stages is Why specialist training has never been more important For industrial operators, burner performance is about far more than simply producing heat. Incorrect commissioning, poor combustion set-up or ineffective fault diagnosis can affect efficiency, emissions, equipment reliability and, ultimately, production continuity. Graham Barker, Sales and Service Director at Riello Burners, explains why investing in specialist training is no longer simply about professional development, it is becoming essential for ensuring safe, reliable and efficient system performance.
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