ContraFlex® insulation jackets selected for new-generation hydrogen plant

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ContraFlex® insulation jackets selected for new-generation hydrogen power plant

The Research Centre for Gas Innovation (RCGI) in São Paulo needed a solution to reduce energy loss during trials for its pioneering hydrogen power plant. As the first of its kind in the world, the plant serves as a pilot project to explore the operation of a small-scale facility. The goal is to gain insights to develop highly optimised plants capable of powering a new generation of hydrogen-fuelled vehicles. The plant required thermal insulation for the valves, flanges, pressure vessels, and pipes in the trial facility to enhance sustainability and improve energy efficiency in the process of transforming ethanol into hydrogen.

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Unique customer technology

Using our existing knowledge we provided a solution which could be applied in a new branch of energy production.

Start to finish support

The customer approached us in the project's early stages, and we aligned on all aspects from the start, enabling both teams to clearly understand the risks and opportunities.

Timeline flexibility

Our jackets were one of the last components to be installed on the plant. We had to accommodate for changes and modifications throughout the installation process while keeping to the overall schedule.

Solution

As a world-first project of this nature, the hydrogen plant required close collaboration between both teams to determine the exact specifications. With the plant expected to play a significant role in the future of energy development, efficient operation was essential to maintain maximum sustainability while reducing costs. Scientific Director of the RCGI Julio Meneghini, stated that "Brazil has unique conditions for this development, considering our already consolidated infrastructure for ethanol. This opens possibilities for the decarbonisation of industry in sectors with high levels of emissions."

Results

Our ContraFlex® insulation jackets enabled an optimal experiment; they deliver maximum energy savings during production. The bespoke jackets provide protection by precisely fitting each of the plant components' unique dimensions, meeting the project's sustainability requirements. As the final component to be installed, flexibility was essential to accommodate shifting time frames. With this being a first-of-its-kind energy plant, new challenges were expected during installation. Thanks to AIS' large capacity and advanced capabilities, we could adapt to the customer's unique needs and successfully deliver for this groundbreaking project.

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