Schaeffler Revolutionizes Green Hydrogen Production at Hannover Messe 2025
Key Ideas
- Schaeffler showcases a holistic approach to the hydrogen value chain at Hannover Messe, offering solutions for both production and utilization of green hydrogen.
- The company presents a 1-megawatt electrolyzer and fuel cell stacks with Enertect coating, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in hydrogen applications.
- In-house production of advanced bipolar plates with Enertect coating reduces CO2 footprint by over 75% and increases the efficiency of fuel cells and electrolyzers.
- Schaeffler's goal is to drive the energy transition and decarbonize industrial sectors by focusing on industrial-scale production of green hydrogen.
Schaeffler, a Motion Technology Company, is unveiling cutting-edge technologies for the hydrogen sector at the Hannover Messe. With a comprehensive perspective on the hydrogen value chain, Schaeffler is showcasing electrolyzers, fuel cell stacks, and bipolar plates with Enertect coating. This innovative coating, devoid of precious metals, enhances electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance in hydrogen applications. Florian Windisch, the head of Schaeffler's Hydrogen business unit, emphasizes the company's commitment to facilitating the energy transition and decarbonization of various industries through large-scale green hydrogen production. The 1-megawatt electrolyzer displayed at the event can produce approximately 450 kilograms of hydrogen daily, catering to industrial applications. Schaeffler's electrolyzer stacks offer scalability and robust design, making them versatile and reliable for diverse industrial settings. Furthermore, the company's fuel cell stacks, featuring a lightweight design and advanced bipolar plate coatings, demonstrate high power density suitable for e-mobility. The Enertect coating family significantly boosts the efficiency of fuel cells and electrolyzers while reducing the CO2 footprint. Schaeffler's dedication to sustainability is evident in its in-house production of metallic bipolar plates. Overall, Schaeffler's presence at the Hannover Messe signifies a significant leap in advancing green hydrogen technologies for a more sustainable future.
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Fuel Cells
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Technology
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Sustainability
Energy Transition
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Electrolyzers
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