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Powering the Green Hydrogen Ecosystem – Oerlikon’s Role Across the Value Chain

At Oerlikon, we are committed to accelerating the commercial adoption of green hydrogen. With a strong foundation in materials science and surface engineering, we provide advanced coating and manufacturing solutions that enhance the performance and durability of hydrogen systems. 

Our role in the green hydrogen economy spans strategic segments across the entire value chain— from renewable energy integration and electrolyzer technology to storage and transport, as well as end-use applications in industrial processes, mobility, and shipping. 

Our expertise supports solutions that enable: 

  • Electricity Production & Water Supply: Innovative approaches to integrate renewable energy for power generation and optimize water management systems to support continuous electrolyzer operation
  • Electrolysis: Advanced components for green hydrogen production via water splitting.
  • Storage and Transport: Durable, corrosion-resistant technologies that enhance safety and efficiency. 
  • Industrial and Mobility Applications: High-performance materials and coatings that ensure reliable operation in challenging environments. 

By focusing on these critical stages, we unlock the transformative potential of green hydrogen—empowering a zero-carbon future that bridges renewable-rich regions with areas of high energy demand.  

Hydrogen Technologies and Oerlikon's Commitment to the Clean Energy Transition

Hydrogen Technologies and Oerlikon's Commitment to the Clean Energy Transition

Driving Innovation in Electrolyzers and Fuel Cells 

Green hydrogen, produced through electrolysis powered by renewable energy such as solar and wind, is a zero-carbon energy carrier. It bridges the gap between renewable-rich regions and high-demand areas, enabling flexible, clean energy use across power generation, industrial processes, and transportation.

Coating Solutions for Hydrogen Technologies

Coating Solutions for Hydrogen Technologies

At Oerlikon, we harness decades of precision coating expertise in materials and deposition methods that address the challenges of durability, efficiency, and cost across different hydrogen platforms. 

Alkaline Water Electrolyzers (AWE – via Thermal Spray): 

  • Advanced catalyst coatings for hydrogen evolution (HER) and oxygen evolution (OER) electrodes 
  • Scalable, nanostructured coatings using proprietary Diamalloy 4070 and Diamalloy 4080 powders 
  • Tailored control of microstructure and adhesion for long-term durability 

Coating Process: Our atmospheric thermal spray technique applies molten particles to create uniform, dense coatings that enhance catalytic activity, conductivity, and corrosion resistance. These coatings are activated through alkaline leaching to form highly active nanostructured Nickel-X alloys, outperforming conventional nickel electroplating. 

OFC & SOEC (Solid Oxide Systems): 

Our thermal spray coatings are engineered to prevent chromium migration while maintaining stable electrical conductivity over time—ensuring reliable long-term operation. 

Protective ceramic coatings for interconnect plates using: 

These LSM and MCO coatings are applied via a scalable, low-temperature thermal spray process—ideal for enhancing the conductivity and barrier properties of high-chrome steel interconnects. 

We also offer screen printing and tape casting materials specifically developed for electrodes and electrolytes. These formulations feature precise particle control, making them ideal for scalable, high-volume manufacturing. 

Equipment and Feedstock Solutions

We don’t just deliver coatings—we provide the full technology stack to support scalable production. We support both service-based and equipment-based models to meet customer needs from lab to large-scale production. 

PEM Electrolyzers & Fuel Cells (via PVD): 

Our advanced Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) coatings are designed to enhance the performance of key PEM components such as bipolar plates and porous transport layers (PTLs). These coatings provide: 

  • Robust Corrosion Protection: Shields against degradation in harsh, acidic environments 
  • Enhanced Electrical Conductivity: Reduces interfacial contact resistance 
  • Precise Control: Delivers uniform, thin coatings with optimized material usage (e.g., Pt, Au) 
  • Environmentally Friendly Processing: A solvent- and chemical-free approach 

At Oerlikon, we believe collaboration is key to the widespread adoption of green hydrogen technologies. We welcome strategic partnerships to co-develop high-performance solutions tailored to the hydrogen industry’s evolving needs. Together, we can accelerate the deployment of PEM systems and empower a cleaner, more efficient hydrogen future. 

Let’s Pioneer the Future Together

From PEM, AWE and AEM to SOEC and SOFC—Oerlikon brings the materials and coating technologies to empower a cleaner, more efficient hydrogen future. Together, we can accelerate the hydrogen economy and power a more sustainable world. 

Let’s shape the future of green energy—together.

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