Process buffer vessels for flow equalization and surge protection, maintaining consistent process conditions and protecting downstream equipment from flow variations. ASME certified with level monitoring and overflow protection.
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Industrial bespoke storage tanks tanks for water, wastewater and chemical storage.
Buffer tanks act as hydraulic shock absorbers in process systems, storing excess flow during peak periods and releasing it during low-flow conditions. This equalization ensures downstream equipment receives consistent flow rates, preventing damage from hydraulic surges and maintaining optimal operating conditions.
Buffer tanks are essential process vessels that dampen flow variations in industrial systems. By providing temporary storage capacity, they protect sensitive downstream equipment from hydraulic shock, allow batch processes to operate with continuous upstream flows, and provide residence time for process monitoring and control adjustments.
Equalize influent flow to biological systems
Surge protection for continuous operations
Prevent pump cycling and dry-running
Bridge batch and continuous processes
Standard rectangular tank configurations with calculated capacities. Custom dimensions available upon request.
| Configuration | Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Volume (m³) | Volume (Litres) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Containerised TANKS (Max Height: 2,300mm) | |||||
| Compact C1 | 1,500 | 1,200 | 2,200 | 3.96 | 3,960 |
| Compact C2 | 2,000 | 1,200 | 2,200 | 5.28 | 5,280 |
| Standard C3 | 2,500 | 1,500 | 2,200 | 8.25 | 8,250 |
| Standard C4 | 3,000 | 1,500 | 2,200 | 9.90 | 9,900 |
| Medium C5 | 4,000 | 1,800 | 2,200 | 15.84 | 15,840 |
| Medium C6 | 5,000 | 2,000 | 2,200 | 22.00 | 22,000 |
| Large C7 | 6,000 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 29.04 | 29,040 |
| Large C8 | 7,000 | 2,300 | 2,200 | 35.42 | 35,420 |
| XLarge C9 | 8,000 | 2,300 | 2,200 | 40.48 | 40,480 |
| Max C10 | 10,000 | 2,400 | 2,300 | 55.20 | 55,200 |
| FREE-STANDING TANKS - Low Profile (Height: 2,400mm) | |||||
| Low L1 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 2,400 | 7.20 | 7,200 |
| Low L2 | 3,000 | 2,000 | 2,400 | 14.40 | 14,400 |
| Low L3 | 4,000 | 2,500 | 2,400 | 24.00 | 24,000 |
| Low L4 | 5,000 | 2,500 | 2,400 | 30.00 | 30,000 |
| Low L5 | 6,000 | 3,000 | 2,400 | 43.20 | 43,200 |
| Low L6 | 8,000 | 3,000 | 2,400 | 57.60 | 57,600 |
| Low L7 | 10,000 | 3,500 | 2,400 | 84.00 | 84,000 |
| FREE-STANDING TANKS - Medium Height (Height: 3,000mm) | |||||
| Medium M1 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 3,000 | 9.00 | 9,000 |
| Medium M2 | 3,000 | 2,000 | 3,000 | 18.00 | 18,000 |
| Medium M3 | 4,000 | 2,500 | 3,000 | 30.00 | 30,000 |
| Medium M4 | 5,000 | 2,500 | 3,000 | 37.50 | 37,500 |
| Medium M5 | 6,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 54.00 | 54,000 |
| Medium M6 | 8,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 72.00 | 72,000 |
| Medium M7 | 10,000 | 3,500 | 3,000 | 105.00 | 105,000 |
| FREE-STANDING TANKS - High Profile (Height: 4,000mm - 5,000mm) | |||||
| High H1 | 2,500 | 2,000 | 4,000 | 20.00 | 20,000 |
| High H2 | 3,000 | 2,500 | 4,000 | 30.00 | 30,000 |
| High H3 | 4,000 | 3,000 | 4,000 | 48.00 | 48,000 |
| High H4 | 5,000 | 3,000 | 4,000 | 60.00 | 60,000 |
| High H5 | 6,000 | 3,500 | 4,000 | 84.00 | 84,000 |
| High H6 | 8,000 | 3,500 | 4,000 | 112.00 | 112,000 |
| Max H7 | 8,000 | 4,000 | 5,000 | 160.00 | 160,000 |
| Max H8 | 10,000 | 4,000 | 5,000 | 200.00 | 200,000 |
Important Notes:
Pre-engineered buffer systems in ISO containers for rapid deployment and temporary operations.
Compact buffer system for small-scale operations and pilot plants. Includes buffer tank, level control system, inlet/outlet piping, and overflow protection in a weatherproof container.
Large-capacity buffer system for industrial applications. Features dual tank configurations, advanced level control with SCADA integration, and automated pump control for complete flow management.
Our buffer tanks are certified for worldwide deployment with full documentation packages.
Full ASME compliance for North American installations.
Full UKCA certification for UK market.
Approved for potable water applications.
Full compliance with Australian Pressure Vessel Standard AS 1210 and drinking water requirements.
Discuss your specific requirements with our technical team and receive a tailored proposal for your project.
Contact UsOptional integrated automation for remote monitoring and control of your process tank operations.
Our process tanks can be equipped with comprehensive SCADA integration for real-time monitoring and control of agitation, temperature, pH, level, and process parameters. Remote access enables automated process control with recipe management, batch reporting, and alarm notifications.
Contact our engineering team to discuss your specific flow equalization and surge protection requirements.
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