Tech Talk - PEM Electrolyzer Systems - Hydrogen Production Technology Explained - Ellerich Hyfindr

Learn about the PEM electrolyzer systems with Hyfindr Tech Talk. Max Ellerich from NEUMAN & ESSER explains the workings of electrolyzers, particularly PEM ones, which split water into green hydrogen and oxygen. The process at a cellular level, stacks multiple cells to increase hydrogen production is discussed. The system components such as water treatment, cooling, and hydrogen purification are discussed. Standardized container-based systems are emphasized for scalability. The role of industrialization in meeting growing hydrogen demands is vastly discussed.

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0:00 Hyfindr Tech Talk
0:22 Welcome, Max Ellerich
0:30 What is a PEM electrolyzer?
0:50 What happens inside a PEM electrolyzer?
3:10 How does a PEM electrolyzer work?
7:50 How do PEM electrolyzer systems look?
9:05 Effects of water impurities in PEM Electrolyzer
10:35 Water purity requirements for PEM electrolyzer
13:25 Working pressure of a PEM electrolyzer
13:50 Cell voltage monitor for PEM electrolyzer
14:30 How would your system look in operation?
15:30 Standardization of Electrolyzers
17:05 What does the Power Box do?
18:35 Working duration of PEM electrolyzer systems
20:54 Future aspects of hydrogen production systems
21:55 Like, subscribe and comment

Executive Summary of Tech Talk Script:

In this Tech Talk, Max Ellerich from NEUMAN & ESSER provides a comprehensive overview of PEM electrolyzers, focusing on their function, components, operation, and future prospects. Steven introduces Max as an expert in deploying electrolyzer systems worldwide, particularly with NEUMAN & ESSER. Max elaborates on PEM electrolyzers, describing them as machines that use water and electricity to produce green hydrogen through a process involving water splitting.

Max explains the inner workings of a PEM electrolyzer, starting from individual cells where water is split into oxygen and hydrogen through the application of voltage and catalysts. He details the role of proton exchange membranes in separating hydrogen from oxygen, emphasizing the importance of water quality and temperature control for optimal electrolysis. Max further discusses scaling up electrolyzer systems by stacking multiple cells to increase hydrogen production.

The conversation delves into the broader system layout, including water treatment, cooling, and purification processes essential for efficient electrolysis. Max emphasizes the significance of maintaining water purity and optimal operating conditions to prevent degradation of stack components. He also highlights the role of power electronics in transforming and rectifying voltage for electrolysis.

Visual aids, including images of electrolyzer systems and their components, enhance understanding. Max presents examples of real-world applications, such as a 1.3 MW electrolyzer deployed alongside a coal power plant in Brazil. The need for standardization and industrialization to meet growing demands for hydrogen production.

Interview partner: Max Ellerich - NEUMAN & ESSER (https://hyfindr.com/en/store/NEUMAN-a...)
Product: NEA|HYTRON PEM Electrolyzer (https://hyfindr.com/en/shop/products/...)

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In this video following topics are discussed: PEM electrolyzer systems, hydrogen production technology explained, water impurities in PEM electrolyzer system, PEM electrolyzer working, cell voltage monitor for a PEM electrolyzer system, PEM Electrolyzer system in operation, standardization of electrolyzers, power box in a PEM electrolyzer system, working duration of a PEM electrolyser system, future aspects of hydrogen production systems, and engineering explained.