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INEOS Chlor, Hydrogenics, Stopford Projects and The Carbon Trust to Collaborate on Large Scale Fuel Cell Installation Feasibility StudyA feasibility study to look at the issues associated with the integration of a 200 kW fuel cell system on INEOS Chlor’s Runcorn chlor-alkali facility is being directed by INEOS Chlor in collaboration with Hydrogenics Corporation of Canada (Nasdaq: HYGS). Stopford Projects are performing the initial study over a 5-month period funded by The Carbon Trust. INEOS Chlor is interested in installing a large fuel cell system at Runcorn to generate useful power from the by-product hydrogen that is generated on-site and to support the development of its PEMCOAT ™ bipolar plate technology. The study builds on existing relationships between the partners, with Hydrogenics bringing their extensive knowledge of fuel cell system operation and design. The feasibility study will address a number of key aspects related to the integration of fuel cell technology on a large chlor-alkali complex. The study will evaluate optimised options for electrical and thermal power usage, operation and maintenance, fuel feed systems and the use of fuel cells as decentralised power generators. The Carbon Trust is highly supportive of schemes of this type: "We are delighted to be working with INEOS Chlor on this project. Linking a significant fuel cell system to an existing hydrogen infrastructure is a groundbreaking initiative that could have significant benefits for both the chemicals industry and fuel cell development in the UK." ENDS
For further information please contact: Email: david.hodgson@ineoschlor.com Editor’s Notes INEOS Chlor: INEOS Chlor is one of the major chlor-alkali producers in Europe and a global leader in chlorine derivatives. The company is also a leading manufacturer of sulphur chemicals and a key player in the field of electrochemical technology. With its UK operations based in Runcorn, Cheshire, the company also has operations in Baleycourt (France), Wilhelmshaven (Germany) and Bangpoo (Thailand). PEMCOAT ™ is a range of proprietary materials developed by INEOS Chlor, used as coatings for metal components in fuel cells and allied technologies. Fuel cells with PEMCOAT ™ coatings offer higher power density and longer life and it is these characteristics that have attracted demand from developers of fuel cells for cars and portable devices. The PEMCOAT ™ range of materials now includes options for hydrogen fuel cells, direct methanol fuel cells and water electrolysers. The Carbon Trust: The Carbon Trust works with UK businesses and the public sector to cut carbon emissions and to develop commercial low carbon technologies. An independent company set up by Government to help the UK meet its climate change obligations, The Carbon Trust creates practical business focused solutions to carbon emission reduction on energy efficiency, carbon management and investment. Hydrogenics: Hydrogenics Corporation (www.hydrogenics.com) is a leading clean power generation company, engaged in the commercialisation of hydrogen and fuel cell technology and test stations for fuel cells. The company is building a sustainable business, in a potentially "game changing technology" for transportation, stationary and portable power. Based in Ontario (Canada), Hydrogenics also has operations in British Columbia, Canada, Japan, the United States and Germany. Stopford Projects: Based in Cheshire (UK), Stopford is an organisation devoted to the development of innovation throughout the industries it serves. Since its formation in 1982, Stopford has gained a reputation for its professionalism and quality of work. Its expertise encompasses a wide spectrum of consultancy and project activities developed through long term associations with clients. From origins within the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors the company now provides expertise within a broad range of commerce, industry, public and private sectors. |
