The Hy.GEN system employs steam methane reforming (SMR) technology, which likely produces grey hydrogen, as HyGear has not indicated the use of carbon capture and storage (CCS) in its process.
The system is expected to minimise energy loss through heat management techniques, which captures and reuses heat generated during reforming.
As a leading supplier in the industrial and speciality gas markets, Buse will use the system to enhance its hydrogen production capabilities.
“A reliable supply of high-quality process gases is of importance in most industries,” explained Henk Kleef, CEO at HyGear.
“Currently, these gases are mainly supplied by road transportation of compressed or liquefied gas with high costs. HyGear offers on-site hydrogen production systems, for cost-effective, reliable and sustainable hydrogen.”
Dimitris Sfikas, Managing Director at Buse Gases, added, “The implementation of the Hy.GEN system will allow us to achieve and provide a more competitive offering for our existing and new customers for hydrogen and speciality gases.
“Additionally, the technology increased the sustainability of our business operations while providing additional revenue.”
In 2019, the two companies established the BUSE HyGear joint venture, designed to produce, fill and distribute hydrogen in the UK.
Last August, BUSE HyGear was issued an environmental permit for a hydrogen production plant in West Bromwich and later commissioned the plant in October.
