Mehrer And Voith Partner On Hydrogen Compressor Development
Companies To Develop More Sustainable Compressors For Hydrogen Applications
Mehrer Compression GmbH (Mehrer) and Voith are partnering to develop, manufacture, and market more environmentally friendly and sustainable compressors for hydrogen (H2) applications. The focus of the partnership will be on the development of high-pressure H2 solutions up to 13,053 psi (900 bar) for applications such pipeline compression, trailer filling, and filling station infrastructure.
The partnership gives Voith access to Mehrer’s more than 130 years of compressor experience and expertise. Headquartered in Balingen, Germany, Mehrer offers customized technologies with dry running reciprocating compressors in vertical or V-construction as well as single- and two-stage diaphragm compressors for final pressures of up to 14,503 psi (1000 bar).
Mehrer’s Portfolio
- 100% oil-free compression
- Variable range of suction pressures
- Final pressures of up to 1000 bar
- Drive power from 2.9 to 475 hp (2.2 to 355 kW)
- Standardized compressor and system design
Voith is a global technology company with a broad portfolio of systems, products, services, and digital applications across myriad applications. Its operating business is bundled into three divisions: Voith Hydro, Voith Paper, and Voith Turbo. Voith and its technologies play a key role in all aspects of the hydrogen value chain, from hydrogen generation, transport and storage, and the use of hydrogen in various sectors of the economy.
“The partnership with Myhrer Compression represents a significant step in our strategy to develop new, innovative, and sustainable solutions for the industry,” said Ralf Geßlein, chief executive officer of Voith Turbo. “As a family business with over 150 years of history, we are passionate about developing technologies that support the transition to renewable energies and at the same time offer maximum efficiency.”
