Heraeus Precious Metals Spearheads Hydrogen Economy with New Business Line
Leading provider of precious metal services, Heraeus Precious Metals, has announced the establishment of a new Business Line Hydrogen Systems aimed at fortifying the burgeoning hydrogen economy. Scheduled to kick-off operations on January 1, 2024, this division will focus on the creation and delivery of a wide array of precious metal-based products specifically designed for electrolyzers and fuel cells, the key components in hydrogen production and its utilization.
Advancing The Hydrogen Economy
The Hydrogen Systems division is not only geared towards the supply of precious metals but also aims to offer a suite of technologies and production capabilities for the recycling of precious metals from manufacturing waste and end-of-life materials like catalyst coated membranes. This strategic move is intended to support the growing demand for hydrogen systems while also propelling the use of precious metals in this sector.
Delivering Cutting-edge Electro-catalyst Solutions
Furthermore, Heraeus Precious Metals also plans to deliver advanced electro-catalyst solutions designed for cutting-edge applications. This initiative underscores the company’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and full-cycle customer support.
Global Reach in R&D and Production Facilities
Philipp Walter, the appointed Head of Hydrogen Systems, emphasized the company’s global reach in research and development, testing, and production facilities. This, according to Walter, places the company in a strategic position to meet the technical and business requirements of their clientele, while supporting their end-to-end business operations.