Gas Holder Balloon for Flexible Biogas & Industrial Storage

Enviroguard Gas Holder Balloons are flexible gas storage and containment systems used for the storage and handling of industrial and process gases. Manufactured using a high-tenacity polyamide fabric matrix with application-specific gas-resistant coatings. Flexible gas storage systems can be customized to suit different gases, capacities, operating conditions and installation requirements.

The biogas storage balloon construction combines mechanical strength, dimensional stability and resistance to demanding environmental conditions, making it suitable for industrial, energy, biogas and gas-handling applications.

Enviroguard Flexible Gas Holder Balloon for Biogas Storage
Gas Holder Balloon Flexible Gas Storage Industrial Biogas Storage Balloon

Gas Storage Balloon Features

  • Flexible gas storage capacity from 1 m³ to 200 m³.
  • High-tenacity polyamide fabric reinforcement for mechanical strength.
  • Application-specific gas-resistant inner coating options.
  • NBR or PVC-based construction depending on service requirements.
  • Optional CSM / Hypalon-type outer coating.
  • Resistance to weathering, abrasion, ozone and UV exposure.
  • Customized diameter, height and storage volume available.
  • Customized inlet and outlet connections.
  • Customized mounting and anchoring arrangements.

What is a Gas Holder Balloon?

A gas holder balloon is a flexible gas storage vessel used to temporarily store, collect or buffer gases generated or used in industrial processes.

Unlike rigid gas storage tanks, flexible gas holders are lightweight, transportable, and manufactured in capacities from 1 m³ to 200 m³. They are particularly useful where flexible, customized or temporary gas storage is required. For liquid storage applications, see our range of flexible liquid storage tanks.

Enviroguard Gas Holder Balloons can be engineered with gas-specific inner coatings and protective outer coatings depending on the gas composition and operating environment.

Construction & Materials

The gas holder balloon is manufactured using a high-tenacity polyamide fabric reinforcement for mechanical strength and dimensional stability.

Inner Coating

The inner surface can be coated with Nitrile Rubber (NBR) or another application-specific polymer selected according to gas composition and service requirements.

Outer Protection

CSM / Hypalon-type elastomeric coating options can provide resistance to weathering, abrasion, ozone, UV exposure and outdoor environmental conditions.

PVC Construction

PVC-based construction can also be provided where gas composition and operating conditions permit its use.

Gas Compatibility

Not every gas works with every material. The table below shows compatibility with NBR and PVC construction — confirm your specific gas composition with Enviroguard before final selection.

GasNBR Inner / CSM OuterPVC Construction
BiogasCompatible*Yes*
SyngasCompatible*No
Hydrogen (H₂)CompatibleYes
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)CompatibleYes
Nitrogen (N₂)CompatibleYes
Oxygen (O₂)Compatible*Yes*
Nitrous Oxide (N₂O)Compatible*Conditional
Methane (CH₄)CompatibleYes
Carbon Monoxide (CO)CompatibleYes
Hydrogen Sulphide (H₂S)Conditional*No

*Compatibility must be confirmed based on actual gas concentration, moisture, temperature, pressure, exposure duration and polymer formulation.

Biogas Storage Balloon Applications

Biogas Production & Storage

Suitable for gas storage applications associated with biogas generation and anaerobic digestion systems, providing flexible storage capacity between gas generation and downstream utilization.

Energy Production

Used to store and stabilise gas supply for engines, boilers or generators, helping maintain consistent output even when production fluctuates.

Chemical Processing

Supports various chemical processing operations involving industrial and process gases.

Oil & Gas Industry

Can be engineered for specific hydrocarbon gas storage needs, subject to material compatibility and site conditions.

Industrial Gas Storage

Designed for applications requiring flexible storage or buffer capacity for industrial gases.

Gas Collection & Transportation

The flexible construction can be used for gas collection and controlled handling applications.

Gas Buffer Storage

The balloon can provide intermediate or buffer storage between gas generation, processing and utilization systems.

Wastewater & Anaerobic Digestion

Suitable for gas collection and storage applications associated with wastewater treatment and anaerobic digestion processes.

Standard Gas Storage Balloon Specifications

ModelDiameterHeightStorage Volume
EG-GB010.80 m2.00 m1 m³
EG-GB021.15 m2.40 m2.5 m³
EG-GB031.28 m2.40 m3 m³
EG-GB041.46 m3.00 m5 m³
EG-GB051.74 m3.00 m7 m³
EG-GB062.10 m3.00 m10 m³
EG-GB072.91 m3.00 m20 m³
EG-GB083.20 m3.75 m30 m³
EG-GB094.00 m4.00 m50 m³
EG-GB106.52 m6.00 m200 m³

Customized Gas Storage Solutions

Every gas storage application has different requirements. Enviroguard can customize Gas Holder Balloons according to the gas being stored, required capacity, operating conditions, environmental exposure and installation requirements.

  • Gas-specific inner coating
  • NBR or PVC-based inner layer
  • High-tenacity polyamide reinforcement
  • CSM / Hypalon-type outer coating
  • Customized diameter and height
  • Customized storage volume
  • Customized inlet and outlet connections
  • Customized mounting arrangements
  • Customized anchoring arrangements
  • Application-specific gas permeability requirements

Biogas Storage Balloon

Enviroguard biogas storage balloons are designed for applications where flexible storage and buffering of biogas is required.

Material construction is selected based on biogas composition, concentration, moisture, temperature and operating pressure.

For biogas applications, share your gas analysis with the Enviroguard team and we'll confirm the right material construction.

Selecting the Right Gas Storage Capacity

The required gas holder capacity depends on your gas generation rate, consumption pattern, and how much buffer storage you need between generation and use. We offer standard models from 1 m³ to 200 m³. Custom sizes and configurations are available for larger or application-specific requirements.

For projects requiring capacities, dimensions or configurations outside the standard range, customized gas holder balloons can be engineered to meet the application requirements.

Get a Customized Gas Holder Balloon

Looking for a gas holder balloon for biogas, industrial gas storage or process applications?

Share your gas type, required storage volume, operating pressure, temperature and installation conditions. Our team will recommend the right material and configuration for your project.

Contact for a Customized Gas Storage Solution
What size gas holder balloon do I need for my biogas plant?

Size your gas holder to your biogas generation rate and consumption pattern. If your digester produces 50 m³ per day and your genset consumes gas continuously, a 10–20 m³ balloon provides enough buffer. If consumption is intermittent, you'll need a larger buffer — typically 30–50% of daily production. Enviroguard stocks models from 1 m³ to 200 m³ with custom sizes available.

What gases can be stored in a Gas Storage Balloon?

Depending on material construction and operating conditions, Gas Storage Balloons can be designed for gases including biogas, syngas, hydrogen, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, oxygen, methane, carbon monoxide and other application-specific gases. Material compatibility should be technically evaluated before final selection.

Does Enviroguard supply gas storage balloon for wastewater treatment plants?

Yes. Gas holder balloons are used to collect and buffer biogas from anaerobic digesters in wastewater treatment plants. The balloon stores gas between generation cycles and feeds it to flaring systems or gensets on demand. Enviroguard can customise the inner coating based on the specific biogas composition from your digester.

Is the Gas Holder Balloon suitable for biogas?

Yes, Enviroguard Gas Holder Balloons are listed for biogas production and storage applications. The final material selection should be confirmed based on the actual biogas composition, moisture, temperature, pressure and exposure conditions.

What material is used for the Gas Holder Balloon?

The construction uses high-tenacity polyamide fabric reinforcement with an application-specific inner coating such as NBR and an optional CSM / Hypalon-type outer coating. PVC-based construction may also be available where suitable.

Can Gas Holder Balloons be used outdoors?

The CSM/Hypalon-type outer coating provides resistance to weathering, abrasion, ozone, and UV exposure. This makes the construction suitable for demanding indoor and outdoor environments, subject to application-specific evaluation.

Technical Disclaimer

The compatibility information provided is intended as preliminary engineering guidance. Actual compatibility may vary depending on gas composition, concentration, purity, moisture, temperature, pressure, exposure duration, polymer formulation and construction.

Final material selection and suitability should be confirmed through technical evaluation and application-specific testing before use in critical or specialized applications.

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