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SFSP Air Tank · Certified vertical air receivers

Air receiver tanks for every compressed-air system

Dynamik SFSP air receiver tanks are certified carbon-steel pressure vessels from 1,000 to 10,000 litres — storing compressed air at 11 bar working pressure in vertical designs, with horizontal configurations available on request. Choose painted air receiver tanks for indoor installations or hot-dip galvanized air tanks for outdoor and high-humidity environments. Every receiver is hydrostatic-tested, delivered with a full nozzle and instrumentation set, and built by Specialized Factory for Steel Products — KSA's industrial fabrication arm.

  • 1000–10000 L
  • 12 bar MAWP
  • Painted & galvanized
  • Vertical · horizontal on request
  • Hydro-tested
SFSP air receiver tanks range — 1000L, 2000L and 5000L vertical carbon steel pressure vessels by Specialized Factory for Steel Products
Certified Pressure VesselsCarbon Steel · Painted & Galvanized · 12 Bar MAWP
Air tanks

SFSP air receiver tanks

Certified carbon-steel receivers — choose a model to see its full specifications.

Construction

Built as a certified pressure vessel

Carbon-Steel Shells

Rolled and welded carbon-steel pressure-vessel plate — galvanized air tanks are available for corrosive environments — engineered per vessel size for structural strength and long service life.

12 Bar Design Pressure

Designed to 12 barg with MAWP 12 barg at +90 °C; rated for continuous 11 barg operation at up to +60 °C.

Hydrostatic-Tested & Certified

Every vessel is hydrostatic-tested and shipped with name-plate data: MAWP, MDMT, serial number and year of manufacture.

Complete Nozzle Set

Six standard connections — inlet, outlet, safety valve, drain, pressure gauge and service — in threaded couplings, positioned per GA drawing.

Safe Handling & Installation

Four lifting lugs and a dedicated earthing lug on every receiver; 5,000 L and above add an 18-inch manway for internal inspection.

KSA Manufacturing & Support

Fabricated in-Kingdom by Specialized Factory for Steel Products, with local spares, certified welders and KSA-wide technical support.

Finishes

Painted or galvanized — built for your environment

Indoor · Standard duty

Painted Air Receiver Tanks

Durable industrial coating for indoor installations and standard environments — the economical finish with full pressure-vessel certification.

  • Full 12 bar MAWP certification
  • Corrosion-resistant industrial paint system
  • Most economical finish
  • Fastest lead time
Outdoor · Corrosive environments

Hot-Dip Galvanized Air Receiver Tanks

Zinc-coated inside and out for outdoor, coastal and high-humidity installations where corrosion protection is critical.

  • Zinc coating inside & outside the vessel
  • Built for coastal and high-humidity sites
  • Extended service life
  • Minimal maintenance
Engineering value

What an air receiver does for your system

  • Stabilizes line pressure

    Pulse-free supply

    The receiver absorbs compressor pulsation and demand spikes, delivering steady pressure to tools and processes.

  • Cuts compressor cycling

    Fewer starts / less wear

    Stored air lets the compressor rest between demand peaks, reducing motor starts, energy use and wear.

  • Manages condensate

    N4 drain nozzle

    Air cools in the receiver so moisture drops out — with a dedicated drain nozzle for easy removal before the air reaches tools.

  • Adds system reserve

    1,000–10,000 L buffer

    Buffer capacity keeps production running through compressor maintenance or short outages.

  • Improves energy efficiency

    Lower power consumption

    Fewer load/unload cycles mean less power draw per cubic metre of air — cutting operating cost and motor wear.

  • Protects dryers & filters

    Better air quality

    Steady, slower airflow from storage lets refrigeration dryers and filters work at design performance for cleaner, drier air.

How to size

How to choose the right air receiver

Three checks that match an SFSP receiver to your compressor and demand profile.

  1. Step 01

    Match storage to compressor output

    Receiver volume in litres ≈ compressor FAD in L/min ÷ 4 for steady loads, or FAD ÷ 2 for intermittent, high-peak demand.

  2. Step 02

    Match pressure rating to your system

    All SFSP receivers are rated 12 bar MAWP for 11 bar operation — correct for standard 8–10 bar plant air; confirm safety-valve set pressure on commissioning.

  3. Step 03

    Match footprint to your plant

    Vertical vessels keep floor area minimal; check overall height and the lifting-lug envelope against your installation and crane access.

Applications

Where SFSP receivers work

Compressor stations

Buffer & storage downstream of piston and screw compressors.

Manufacturing & packaging

Stable plant-air supply for production and packaging lines.

Food & beverage

Clean, steady air for processing and packaging lines.

Pharmaceutical plants

Reliable instrument and process air for regulated production.

Petrochemical facilities

Heavy-duty receivers for demanding plant-air networks.

Water treatment plants

Air storage for aeration and process control systems.

Automotive & workshops

High-demand tool operation and spray booths.

Oil, gas & utilities

Instrument and plant air buffer for continuous duty.

Downloads

Drawings & documentation

  • SFSP-1000L general arrangement drawing — 1,000 L vertical air receiver

    GA Drawing — SFSP-1000L

    1,000 L · Carbon steel · 12 bar MAWP
  • SFSP-2000L general arrangement drawing — 2,000 L vertical air receiver

    GA Drawing — SFSP-2000L

    2,000 L · Carbon steel · 12 bar MAWP
  • SFSP-3000L general arrangement drawing — 3,000 L vertical air receiver

    GA Drawing — SFSP-3000L

    3,000 L · Carbon steel · 12 bar MAWP
  • SFSP-5000L general arrangement drawing — 5,000 L vertical air receiver

    GA Drawing — SFSP-5000L

    5,000 L · Carbon steel · 12 bar MAWP
  • SFSP-6000L general arrangement drawing — 6,000 L vertical air receiver

    GA Drawing — SFSP-6000L

    6,000 L · Carbon steel · 12 bar MAWP
  • SFSP-10000L general arrangement drawing — 10,000 L vertical air receiver

    GA Drawing — SFSP-10000L

    10,000 L · Carbon steel · 12 bar MAWP
FAQ

Air receiver questions, answered

An air receiver is a pressure vessel that stores compressed air between the compressor and your tools or process. It stabilizes pressure, reduces compressor starts, allows moisture to settle out and provides reserve air for demand peaks.

Design pressure (12 barg) is the basis of the vessel's structural calculation. MAWP — 12 barg at +90 °C — is the highest pressure the vessel may operate at. Normal operating pressure is 11 barg at up to +60 °C.

For steady demand, receiver volume ≈ compressor output (L/min) ÷ 4; for intermittent heavy peaks use ÷ 2. Example: a 1,000 L/min compressor pairs well with a 2,000–3,000 L receiver.

Carbon steel — the industrial standard for pressure vessels: strong, weldable, available in KSA and fully compliant with fabrication codes. Galvanized air tanks are available for corrosive environments.

Painted receivers suit indoor, controlled environments and offer the most economical finish. Hot-dip galvanized air receiver tanks are zinc-coated inside and out for outdoor, coastal or high-humidity sites where corrosion protection extends service life.

Yes. Every SFSP receiver is hydrostatic-tested and supplied with a name plate showing MAWP, MDMT, serial number and year of manufacture.

Models from 5,000 L upward include a ⌀450 mm (18-inch) manway for internal inspection and maintenance.

Need a receiver sized for your compressor?

Send us your compressor model and air-demand figures — our engineers will confirm the right SFSP size and nozzle layout, with a same-day response.

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