Hydraulic Accumulators

Hydraulic accumulators store energy in the form of pressurised fluid, ready to be released when the system requires additional power.

Key features include:

• Energy storage – enables systems to cope with peak demand using smaller pumps.

• Pressure reservoir – maintains fluid under pressure from an external source.

• Versatile operation – supports intermittent duty cycles and emergency power supply.

• System protection – smooths out pulsations and compensates for leakage losses.

• Improved efficiency – reduces the need for oversized pumps.

• Emergency backup – provides standby power in case of pump failure.

• Faster response – delivers immediate energy for temporary demand spikes.

• System stability – dampens pressure fluctuations and pulsations.

• Extended component life – reduces wear by maintaining consistent operating conditions.

• Piston Accumulators – use a piston to separate gas and fluid, ideal for high-pressure applications.

• Bladder Accumulators – feature a flexible bladder filled with gas, offering reliable performance and quick response.

• Diaphragm Accumulators – compact design with a gas-filled diaphragm, suitable for smaller systems and lower volumes.

We also supply accumulator stations, which combine multiple accumulators for larger or more complex hydraulic installations.

Hydraulic accumulators are widely used in:

• Mobile machinery (construction, agriculture, forestry)

• Industrial automation and process control

• Marine and offshore hydraulic systems

• Energy and utility installations

• Material handling and lifting equipment

They are particularly valuable in systems requiring energy storage, emergency backup, and pressure stabilisation.

We source hydraulic accumulators from a wide network of manufacturers, including:

• Bosch Rexroth – bladder-type accumulators (HAB series)

• Hawe – piston accumulators (HPS series)

• Olaer Fawcett Christie (Parker)

• QHP – diaphragm accumulators

• SAIP

… and many more.

As an independent supplier, we provide unbiased recommendations based on your system’s needs – not a manufacturer’s catalogue.

Why use a hydraulic accumulator? It stores energy, smooths out pressure fluctuations, and provides emergency backup power.

Which type of accumulator is best for my system? It depends on your operating pressure, fluid volume, and application requirements.

Can accumulators improve efficiency? Yes, they allow smaller pumps to handle peak demand, reducing energy consumption and costs.

We also supply and support:

Accumulator Stations | Bladder Accumulators | Diaphragm Accumulators | Piston Accumulators | Hydraulic Filtration Systems | Hydraulic Repair Services