Highlights 2024/25 01 Sustainable Automation 16 – 17 >www.festo.com/hydrogen More information about the products can be found on page 36 Automation Solutions for Green Hydrogen Production Sustainable Automation The sustainable generation of energy is one of the greatest challenges of our time – and green hydrogen is one aspect of the solution. Hydrogen will play a key role in the future energy landscape and in the decarbonization of energy-intensive industries. Many safety requirements must be taken into account when setting up production and infrastructure. Depending on the type and nature of your production, you can decide whether centralized and/or decentralized automation concepts, space-saving control cabinet solutions, or modular concepts are best. A successful transition from fossil fuels to renewable energies is key to achieving the goal of net zero. In energy-intensive production facilities, such as those in the chemical, steel and cement industries, sustainably produced hydrogen is playing an increasingly important role. It is crucial to make sure that the gas is harvested using electricity from renewable resources; however, the process must also be as efficient as possible and, above all, safe. Safe production of hydrogen using electrolysis The electrolyzer is the central element along the hydrogen value chain. Regardless of where the hydrogen is ultimately used, it must first be produced. Electrolysis powered by sustainable electricity is already an established technology to produce hydrogen completely emissions-free. Schematic diagram of an electrolyzer. Service units MS series • Series of modular and flexible maintenance devices for the most stringent demands • Wide range of configuration options, suitable for potentially explosive atmospheres • The most common combinations are pre-assembled and available from stock worldwide • Further components for outdoor applications available, such as the PCRP regulator An automation concept that is perfectly matched to the electrolyzer is the key to its efficient, safe, and long-term operation. An extensive portfolio of components provides the basis for an ideal solution. These include products that are certified for SIL and for use in hazardous areas. Valve terminal VTUG • Up to 48 valves per valve terminal • Direct installation on a control cabinet wall thanks to pneumatic multiple connector plate • Global and regional certification for potentially explosive atmospheres • Hot swap function Solenoid valve VOFC • Extremely robust and corrosion- resistant • Global and regional approvals for potentially explosive atmospheres, functional safety (SIL) • Ignition protection types for solenoid coils: Ex ia, Ex me, Ex m Customized and ready to install Control cabinets that precisely meet specifications protect components against environmental influences and foreign matter. The customer decides whether to use hose or pipe connections, depending on their requirements. Regardless of whether pneumatic, electric, or electropneumatic components are used, the end result is a fully assembled control cabinet that is precisely adapted to the application. On request, Festo can also carry out a SIL assessment for the entire control cabinet. For applications in potentially explosive atmospheres, control cabinets can be designed, assembled, and certified in accordance with international and regional standards.
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