gasholdige

Gasholder is a term used to describe a structure designed for the storage of gas. Historically, gasholders were primarily associated with the storage of town gas, a manufactured fuel produced from coal and distributed through a network of pipes to homes and businesses. These structures typically featured a large, telescopic, or water-sealed tank that could expand and contract to accommodate varying volumes of gas as demand fluctuated. The iconic appearance of many gasholders, with their lattice-like structures, has made them a recognizable feature of industrial landscapes in many parts of the world.

The primary function of a gasholder was to act as a buffer in the gas supply system, ensuring a consistent pressure and availability of gas regardless of immediate demand. As gas production and distribution technologies evolved, particularly with the advent of natural gas and more sophisticated pipeline networks, the need for large, centralized gasholders diminished in many regions. Many older gasholders have since been decommissioned and demolished. However, some have been preserved as historical landmarks or redeveloped for new purposes, such as housing, art installations, or public spaces. The term can also refer to smaller, more modern vessels used for storing various types of industrial or natural gas.