Hydrogen

Efficient hydrogen production relies on durable components. Water entering the electrolyser system faces continuous potential contamination from metal ions derived from the metallic piping and ions and organics from the electrolyser stack itself, posing a risk to the electrolyser’s lifespan. Our plastic solutions prevent ion leaching (dissolved ions from the material leading to degradation and corrosion of the system), maintaining low conductivity values while offering corrosion-free advantages over metallic alternatives. Committed to excellence, we leverage accredited in-house testing facilities and expert knowledge to meticulously select polymer materials, maintaining project excellence without compromise.

By prioritizing operational safety, we offer lifetime verification, on-site QA/QC, and installation client support. Leveraging the intrinsic chemical resistance of polymers, our performance materials offer a dependable solution for transporting diverse media like potassium hydroxide (KOH), glycol water, and liquid ammonia. Potential technical risks associated with hydrogen transportation, such as hydrogen embrittlement and leakage through hydrogen-induced cracks in steel, can be avoided using high-quality polymer materials.

Plastic piping systems have a lower overall carbon footprint than metal solutions due to their longevity and maintenance-free quality. This drastically reduces the need for repair, hence the operating and overall costs. At GF Piping Systems, we assist new customers daily contemplating the transition from metal to plastic for their applications, supporting them throughout every project phase, from planning to commissioning and operating. Continuous life cycle assessments validate the environmental performance of our systems through third-party assessments, such as Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). This makes them a compelling choice for sustainable construction projects.

Our strong global footprint enables us to serve customers wherever they are, effortlessly accessing our solutions via our global network. This global footprint ensures consistent quality and technological expertise, when and where you need it. Operating in over 31 countries and across 36 production facilities, GF Piping Systems is committed to providing comprehensive project support throughout every stage of the process. Our aim is to achieve construction excellence and minimize time to market.

Elevate your hydrogen system with premium services. Our system package includes comprehensive planning for customized retrofitting and efficient design with advanced engineering solutions utilizing our 3D libraries. Our engineering services include stress analysis for effective thermal expansion management in hydrogen applications, ensuring a prolonged service life. Furthermore, our comprehensive offerings encompass robust simulations and calculations, such as flow evaluations, velocity determination, chemical resistance review, and a rigorous assessment of precise calibrations for sensors based on defined parameters. These examples represent a short glimpse of the diverse services we can provide.

Utilizing plug-and-play solutions, innovative jointing technologies and pre-fabrication methods all help to reduce on-site project and operation lead times. Global sourcing and accelerated installation processes further contribute to a substantial reduction in time to market.