Höyrysäiliön
Höyrysäiliön refers to a steam accumulator, a type of pressure vessel designed to store steam under pressure in order to balance variations in steam demand and supply. The device typically consists of a steel shell containing water and steam, connected to a boiler, steam mains, and process equipment or heating networks.
Operation relies on the coexistence of liquid water and steam at or near saturation. When demand rises,
Design and safety features commonly include a pressure vessel with appropriate thickness, a pressure gauge, a
Historically, höyrysäiliöt were used in district heating, industrial plants, and early power stations to improve efficiency