HyCo

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HyCo: Advancing Hydrogen Compression with Thermal Energy

The HyCo introduces a new approach to hydrogen compression by leveraging thermal energy instead of electricity. Built using GRZ’s patented metal hydride technology, this breakthrough system streamlines operations, cutting energy costs while ensuring a more sustainable process. Unlike conventional compressors, the HyCo eliminates mechanical wear and tear, extending system longevity with minimal maintenance. Designed for industrial applications, from hydrogen refueling to chemical processing, its modular architecture allows seamless integration into existing infrastructures.

Product Advantages

Powered by Heat

Efficiently utilizes waste heat as its energy source, reducing reliance on electricity and minimizing operational costs.

Zero Downtime

With minimal maintenance requirements, the HyCo system delivers consistent performance, reducing operational interruptions.

Silent Operation

Noiseless and vibrationless, making it an ideal solution for urban and suburban environments where quiet operation is crucial.

Ready-to-Deploy

Plug-and-play modular system designed for easy integration into existing systems with minimal installation time.

No Moving Parts

Solid-state design with no mechanical components ensures enhanced reliability and long-lasting performance.

Low Levelized Cost of Compression (LCOC)

Innovative thermochemical compression minimizes energy consumption and maintenance, delivering a cost-effective and reliable solution for industrial hydrogen applications.

Available Versions

10-220

Min. Inlet Pressure bar(g): 10
Max. Outlet Pressure bar(g): 220
Nominal Capacity (kgH2/h): 30

30-220

Min. Inlet Pressure bar(g): 30
Max. Outlet Pressure bar(g): 220
Nominal Capacity (kgH2/h): 30

10-380

Min. Inlet Pressure bar(g): 10
Max. Outlet Pressure bar(g): 380
Nominal Capacity (kgH2/h): 30

30-380

Min. Inlet Pressure bar(g): 30
Max. Outlet Pressure bar(g): 380
Nominal Capacity (kgH2/h): 30

Specifications

HyCo System 10-220 30-220 10-380 30-380
Min. Inlet Pressure 10 bar (g) 30 bar (g) 10 bar (g) 30 bar (g)
Max. Outlet Pressure 220 bar (g) 220 bar (g) 380 bar (g) 380 bar (g)
Nominal Capacity 30kgH2/h
Number of stages 2
Cooling Fluid (External) Water
Cooling Fluid Temperature 20 °C 20 °C 15 °C 20 °C
Heating Fluid (External) Steam
Heating Fluid Temperature 135 °C 135 °C 145 °C 135 °C
Internal Thermal Fluid Pressurized water
Product Shape ¹ Skidded construction
Skid Size 2.5 x 6.2 m
System Weight 20,000 kg
Ambient Operating Temperature ² 5 to 40 °C
¹ Container available as optional add-on
² Cold operation package is available as optional add-on