Hydrogen production is a key industry for a low-carbon future. Produced either as a by-product or through electrolysis with renewable energy, hydrogen is of relevance to many industries like producers of chemicals, fertiliser, or oil and gas. Additionally, the cement, steel, and power generation industries are also exploring the use of green hydrogen to make their businesses sustainable and reduce emissions.
Hydrogen production involves energy-intensive equipment like compressors and pumps. To run this equipment efficiently, the right lubricants have to be used. Klüber has developed special lubricants for compressors and other important machines involved in the production of hydrogen . This helps to save costs, minimise oil carryover, and reduce downtime. Additionally, specialty lubricants from Klüber Lubrication for gearboxes and compressors also contributes to improving energy efficiency, thereby supporting your sustainability goals.
Among the major benefits of specialty lubricants made by Klüber Lubrication are improved reliability and longer maintenance intervals. Valves, compressors, pumps, and gearboxes used in the production of hydrogen need to run reliably. Failures can lead to extensive downtime that can halt the entire production facility.
Klüber’s specially formulated synthetic lubricants are designed to withstand the stresses and workloads encountered in this industry. They offer numerous advantages, including three to five times longer relubrication intervals and higher wear protection. Energy consumption is also reduced, contributing to lower emissions.
Benefit from our decades-long expertise in this field: We collaborate with numerous companies throughout the entire value chain of hydrogen production, and we understand how crucial modern production plants are for a more sustainable future.
Valves play a crucial role in the infrastructure of hydrogen plants, as they must meet safety standards, prevent leaks, and operate reliably during emergencies. Regular maintenance and proper lubrication are essential for their proper functioning. Klüber Lubrication offers a range of specialty lubricants specifically designed for use in hydrogen production plants. These lubricants offer exceptional sealing properties and can operate effectively under high pressures and in low-temperature environments.
Klübertemp YV 93-302, Klübertemp YV 93-92, and Klübertemp YV 93-1202 can also be used with oxygen according to ISO 21010 (according to M 034-1 list of non-metallic materials (213-075)).
Klüber lubrication offers more than 30 lubrication solutions especially designed for valves. Our experts will offer advice for your specific application and help you find a product that exactly fits your requirements.
Compressors are at the heart of every hydrogen production plant. When reliability is key, it pays off to use the best available lubricants for hydrogen compressors.
Mineral oils have good lubricating properties, but they are simply not adequate in situations involving elevated temperatures, high pressure, or specific processes. They are easily absorbed by hydrogen gas at higher pressures resulting in a reduction in viscosity and increased oil carryover. This could lead to excessive wear and lead to compressor downtime.
Specialty lubricants, like the ones offered by Klüber, provide a wide range of advantages for hydrogen production. Among those are improved lubrication, leading to reduced friction, and less reactivity with the hydrogen gas stream. Klüber offers compressor oils specially designed for the demanding environment of hydrogen production and can enhance overall production efficiency. This is, in part, because they are more resistant to gas dilution, helping keep the produced hydrogen free from oil contamination.
The various stages of gas compression require a lubricant that offers optimal viscosity at every compression stage. Klüber's solutions are game-changing in this respect, as they can maintain the right level of viscosity throughout the entire compression cycle.
Furthermore, our lubricants are not susceptible to cold weather flow issues and save operators costs by increasing the longevity of parts and equipment while reducing downtime.
To maximise the efficiency of compressors, Klüber has developed several industry-proven lubricants:
If oil-free compressors are used, Klüber Lubrication can assist in choosing an adequate oil solution which can protect the equipment from issues related to accidental gas contact such as sulfide deposits in reciprocating compressor frames.
Industrial gears in the food industry operate in environments with temperatures up to 80 °C. However, the oil temperature can sometimes reach up to 150 °C depending on the type of gear and the application. This may result in high wear of the machine parts, shorter relubrication intervals, and reduced performance.
Cooling tower gearboxes in hydrogen production is one such example where using a synthetic gear oil from Klüber Lubrication can reduce your overall maintenance cost. The gearboxes in this application operate at high temperatures and in humid conditions. They also have excessive noise and vibration levels. This can lead to premature bearing failures and excessive wear on the pinion shaft.
Our special gear oils ensure long maintenance intervals, high efficiency, and lasting component protection, even when gears are at their performance limits.
Special note: Before switching over to Klüber synthetic oils, we recommend using Klüber Summit Varnasolv, a cleaning fluid that serves to remove varnish from your compressors and gearboxes.
Leveraging our extensive decades-long expertise, we have cultivated collaborative partnerships with leading hydrogen production companies. This hands-on experience has provided us with invaluable insights, confirming the reliability of our products. We clearly see that our specialty lubricants offer long-term cost benefits.
Reduced feed rates, improved compressor runtime and efficiency, longer component life, extended maintenance intervals, enhanced catalyst efficiency, and lower carbon formation tendencies are all factors that must be considered when assessing true costs.
Environmental concerns and sustainable practices are at the forefront of today's industrial landscape. With our expertise as lubrication specialists, we enable companies worldwide to enhance the sustainability of their hydrogen production. Get in touch with us today and learn how your company can benefit from our specialty lubricants.
Klüber not only provides these lubrication solutions but also offers complementary services that maximise the impact of synthetic lubricants. With decades of experience as experts, we provide you with the most straightforward way to enhance the efficiency of your hydrogen production plant and reduce long-term costs. Start optimising your maintenance management with our Total Productive Management services. We offer performance analyses, condition monitoring, and maintenance planning service. Learn more about all that here.
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