The MCBO Blog

Steam Boiler Services in 2024

What a year it has been for HA McEwen (Boiler Repairs) Ltd! The phones have been ringing off the hook, and we are incredibly grateful for the unwavering support of our customers throughout 2024. This year, we’ve continued to serve both the industrial and the heritage sectors, delivering diverse services, including steam and hot water boiler servicing, structural boiler repairs, pressure vessel manufacturing, and boiler and pipework installations.


Highlights of 2024

A Landmark Heritage Project: The Gaunless Bridge Restoration

Among our many heritage projects, the restoration of the iconic Gaunless Bridge stands out as a crowning achievement. Originally constructed in 1823, this groundbreaking structure holds a unique place in engineering history. Restoring it to its former glory was both an honour and a challenge that our team embraced wholeheartedly. The project will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most significant in our history.

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Serving the Steam Industry with Excellence

Steam Boiler Servicing and Repair

Our work in industrial boiler servicing and repairs has remained a cornerstone of our business for over 50 years. This year was no different, with our team providing expert services to ensure the reliability of critical infrastructure. From annual and 5-year NDT inspections to retubing and structural repairs, we’ve worked with a wide range of clients, including MOD bases and food manufacturers, to improve boiler plant efficiency and keep them steaming.

Learn More: Boiler Servicing


Case Studies

Hotwell Tank Replacement at Rolls Royce Estate

Hotwell Tank Replacement at Rolls Royce, Barnoldswick

One of our standout industrial projects this year was the replacement of a hotwell tank at the Rolls Royce Estate in Barnoldswick. The existing tank had reached the end of its life, showing signs of leakage. Our team designed, manufactured, and installed a new hotwell system, carefully dismantling and removing the old equipment to ensure a seamless transition.

Case Study: Hotwell Tank Replacement


Boiler Replacement at a Military Barracks

Boiler Install at an MOD site

In Yorkshire, our team replaced an outdated boiler at a military barracks, modifying pipework, installing new isolation valves, and fabricating custom flue sections. The project culminated in commissioning the new system into service, providing a reliable solution for the barracks’ heating needs.

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A Thank You to Our Team and Customers

Christmas 2024

None of this year’s achievements would have been possible without the dedication of our incredible team. Their expertise, hard work, and passion have driven every success. To our wonderful customers, thank you for placing your trust in us—we’re deeply appreciative of your continued support.

As we close the book on an exciting and eventful 2024, we wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We look forward to continuing to serve you in 2025 and beyond.


Don’t Miss: Rivet Lad

Industrial Heritage books by Alan McEwen

If you’re a fan of steam boiler history, Alan McEwen’s books, Rivet Lad and Rivet Lad: More Battles with Old Steam Boilers, offer a fascinating glimpse into life in the 1960s. The founder of the company retired many years ago and turned his hand to writing about a life spent in the steam industry. His books are packed with humour and memorable stories from the field so well worth a look.

Find out more and read the books