Are you looking for a pressure tank? Did you know that not all pressure tanks are created the same? Pressure tank manufacturers assemble different tanks with unique applications.
But before we discuss the different applications of pressure tanks, let us first tackle their purpose. Pressure tanks, as a general term, are pressurised vessels that store gases and liquids. Pressure tanks come in different shapes and sizes. They come in different shapes and sizes and may include components, such as a Hibar distributor and dispense valve.
6 Different Types Of Pressure Tanks
1. BLADDER TANKS
Bladder tanks are pressure tanks used to store water. When the water fills the bladder tanks, pressure in the water increases.
2. DIAPHRAGM TANKS
Diaphragm tanks have two chambers for water and air. When the chamber for water gets full, the air chamber maintains constant pressure by applying force against the water chamber.
3. AIR-OVER-WATER TANKS
Air-over-water tanks are filled with air at the top part of the tank and liquid at the bottom to maintain constant pressure; hence, the name air-over-water.
4. HEAT EXCHANGERS VESSELS
The heat exchange between two liquids or between liquid and gas occurs in these vessels.
5. PROCESS VESSELS
Process vessels are tanks equipped with components and accessories that can control pressure, temperature, and time. This type of vessel is much more complex than an ordinary pressure tank.
6. STORAGE VESSELS
Storage vessels store pressurised liquid and gas for a long period.Now that you know the types of pressure tanks, it is time to discuss the applications.
5 Applications Of Pressure Tanks
Pressure tanks are widely used across industries. Here are the common uses of pressure tanks.
- OIL AND GAS
Oil and gas industries use pressure tanks to produce fuel. For instance, they use process vessels in distilling and refining the oil and fuel. Temperature is essential in producing oil, and only process vessels can control temperature.
- FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Similarly, food and beverage manufacturers use the process pressure tank to distil beer, milk, and cooking oils.
- FARMS
Pressure tanks are crucial for food production. For example, irrigation systems use bladder tanks to irrigate water and storage vessels to store water.
On the other hand, air-over-water tanks are used in fertiliser and insecticide sprays.
Meanwhile, dairy farms use a pressure tank with Hibar pumps to produce pasteurised milk and other dairy products.
- PHARMACEUTICAL
Pharmaceutical tanks and vessels are used to formulise, dispense and transport drugs and medications.
- HOME USE
Pressure tanks are also present at your home. Pressure tanks help you access water. In well systems, the water drawn from the well through pump cycling goes into storage tanks. Then the compressed air in your tank will help distribute the water around your home for supply. When the storage tank reduces its water supply, the well water system will pump water to fill the storage tank.
The pressure tank you need will depend mainly on its application. Where would you use your pressure tank?
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