All Buffer Tanks Great and Small
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Mild Steel Buffer Tanks
McDonald Engineers has demonstrated its flexibility in supplying mild steel buffer tanks with two of their latest orders, which showed the true diversity in sizes with a 1000 litre tank and a 6000 litre tank.
The 6000 litre buffer tank was ordered to replace an existing tank for a school in the highlands whilst, the smaller 1000 litre was for a stately mansion in the Lake District.
McDonald Engineers has established a proud reputation for buffer tanks with its ability to supply a diverse range of buffer tanks in both copper and mild steel and from as little as 100 litres up to 10000 litres.
McDonald Engineers’ Sales Director, Jamie Stewart, explained “Clients enjoy our ability to advise on the best materials, the optimum size and the perfect design to deliver the required solution within the budget and timescale.”
And with the growth of the renewable energy market, the growing demand for buffer tanks looks set to continue.
Jamie continued, “One of the key strengths of renewable energy sources is their ability to continue to deliver energy, e.g., by a wood burning stove on a cold winters day, solar thermal energy on a sunny day, or through heat pumps. However, that can also pose an issue when too much energy is produced, which is when buffer tanks come into their own with their ability to store excess heat which can then be used when the energy source isn’t producing.”
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McDonald Engineers Supply First Mild Steel Buffer Vessel
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McDonald Engineers has reinforced its position as one of the UK’s leading suppliers of hot water cylinders by supplying its first mild steel buffer tank.
Used in conjunction with Solid Fuel Systems, where the heat is dumped and stored in the buffer tank then used throughout the rest of the day. This cuts down on the length of time the boiler is on and therefore reduces the associated cycling costs etc.
There is also a requirement for buffer tanks for Heat Pumps and the smaller units offer an option for this type of installation.
Normally associated with the manufacturer of copper hot water cylinders, McDonald Engineers has developed an enviable position in the marketplace for its product quality and service, however this new product opens a new chapter in the company’s history.
The move will see McDonald Engineers offering a range of steel buffer tanks from 100litres to 10,000 litres with 50mm or 100mm jackets in addition to its range of copper vessels which are available up to 4000 litres.
Sales Director, Jamie Stewart, said “We have been exploring the steel side of things for quite a while and we see the buffer vessels as the first step into this rapidly growing market.”
He continued, “The initial price is extremely important in the current climate. Where primary water is being stored, there is not the same requirement for copper and its huge benefits for potable tap water. Steel is an excellent alternative and cost effective option.
From the extensive research that has been carried out, we believe we can be competitive in this market and we are currently in discussions with a number of customers about this exciting new development in our product range.”
Check out the buffer tank range or call the McDonald Engineers technical sales team on 01592 611123.
