Durable steel Interstage Accumulator tank steel storage tanks construction

An 'interstage accumulator' refers to an accumulator installed between two stages in a multi-stage compression system (such as a multi-stage gas compressor or multi-stage hydraulic pump system). Its primary purpose is to manage and optimise the compression or pumping process, addressing issues that single-stage compression struggles to overcome (such as excessively high compression ratios leading to overheating, reduced efficiency, and lubricant breakdown). The following are the key functions and roles of interstage accumulators: Energy buffering/intermediate storage Stabilising interstage pressure Absorbing pulsations and vibrations Thermal management/intermediate cooling Optimisation of the compression process The interstage accumulator is a critical auxiliary component in multi-stage compression systems. By buffering energy, stabilising interstage pressure, absorbing harmful pulsations and vibrations, and assisting in thermal management, it significantly enhances the overall system's efficiency, reliability, smoothness, and lifespan. It addresses inherent issues in multi-stage compression, including flow matching, pressure fluctuations, and thermal load challenges.