I work in the EPS industry and we are purchasing a new block mold. I am responsible for the steam accumulator. I am looking for some guidance on the dims of my accumulator. I have the volume sorted. The water's surface area though, I still have questions. Minimum volume needed is 668 ft³. I can get the tank made 8' x 15' @ 754 ft³ with a surface area of 120 ft². Or, I can get
6' x 25' @ 707 ft³ with a surface area of 150 ft². For the EPS industry I need ALL the volume of steam in a SHORT amount of time with plenty of recovery time after. My question is this, how important is the surface area (Flashing Area) for my specific needs? Any help is appreciated.
6' x 25' @ 707 ft³ with a surface area of 150 ft². For the EPS industry I need ALL the volume of steam in a SHORT amount of time with plenty of recovery time after. My question is this, how important is the surface area (Flashing Area) for my specific needs? Any help is appreciated.
