Very, very well put, Rezwan, especially the first light bulb analogy.
Here’s a few links that only begin to explore industrial steam boilers in Google.
http://www.epa.gov/airmarkt/progsregs/nox/docs/bessette.pdf is about 2 pages describing the vast differences between industrial and utility steam loads.
http://www.thomasnet.com/products/steam-boilers-6132807-1.html The online Thomas Registry. The full text of the 4th ad is quoted below. Looks like just what we’re looking for to expand awareness until the second scenario.
Miura Boiler, Inc. – Rolling Meadows, IL
Manufacturer
http://www.miuraboiler.com/Steam-Boilers
Company Profile: Custom manufacturer of boilers including steam boilers suitable for industrial applications. High pressure steam gas/oil boilers specifications include models ranging from 100 hp to 300 hp, 150 maximum operating psig, heat output ranging from 2,343,000 btu/hr to 10,050,000 btu/hr, main steam outlet…
Steam Boilers Product Catalog with CAD: