栖霞Horizontal storage tank

A horizontal storage tank is a type of storage tank that is placed horizontally and is usually used to store liquids or gases. Compared with vertical storage tanks, horizontal storage tanks have a larger footprint, but are suitable for storing large amounts of media or where greater capacity is required. Horizontal storage tank is widely used in petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food, metallurgy and other industries.

The structure of horizontal storage tank is generally composed of cylinder, head, nozzle, flange and other parts. Among them, the cylinder is the main part of the storage tank, which is generally welded by steel plates, and its length and diameter are determined according to the storage medium and capacity. The head is located at both ends of the storage tank and is used to seal the cylinder, generally made of steel plate of the same material as the cylinder. The nozzle is used to connect the storage tank to other equipment or pipes, such as import and export nozzle, blowdown nozzle, etc.

The design of horizontal storage tanks needs to consider many factors, such as the nature of the storage medium, working pressure, temperature, corrosion and so on. At the same time, it is also necessary to consider the support mode of the storage tank, anti-shock measures, and the setting of the safety valve. There are generally two kinds of support methods for horizontal storage tanks: one is the support at both ends, that is, the support frame is set at both ends of the storage tank, which is suitable for small storage tanks; The other is the saddle support, that is, the saddle is set under the tank, which is suitable for large storage tanks.

The advantages of horizontal storage tank are large capacity, good stability and wide application range. However, it also has some shortcomings, such as a large footprint, the need to increase safety devices such as safety valves for high-pressure gas storage, and the need to set breathing valves for volatile liquids. In addition, the horizontal storage tank also needs regular inspection and maintenance during use to ensure its safety and normal operation.

In short, horizontal storage tank is an important storage device, its selection, design and use need to consider a variety of factors to ensure its safety and economy. In practical applications, it is necessary to select the appropriate type, material and specification of the storage tank according to the specific needs, and carry out the correct installation and maintenance.