A North German company has recently introduced a digital system for controlling hydrogen transport. The firm GP Joule, known for its work in hydrogen technology, has developed the "hy.runner" solution, which aims to make the transport of hydrogen in pressurized gas storage more efficient.
The new system is designed to monitor hydrogen in Type IV tanks during transport and optimize the filling process. Reports suggest this could lead to a reduction in CO2 emissions and operating costs.
Technical Details and Application Areas
The target group for "hy.runner" includes players in the hydrogen industry such as logistics companies, producers, and filling station operators with their own fleet. A main advantage of the system lies in the ability to precisely plan hydrogen distribution across multiple locations.
A notable feature is the integration of process control into the trailer itself. This allows for targeted control of the storage sectors, which is intended to accelerate hydrogen flow. The trailer's standardized interface also increases its flexibility in use.
GP Joule reports that the system reduces energy consumption during filling and extraction and improves the use of residual quantities. For larger storage capacities, the turnover frequency of the trailers could be halved compared to conventional methods.
System Already in Use
According to the company, the development of the system took one year, drawing on experiences from previous projects. All the technology is housed in a compact enclosure mounted on the trailer.
Currently, "hy.runner" is already being applied in the Hy.City.Bremerhaven project, where work is being done on a regional hydrogen ecosystem. GP Joule's management expresses confidence about the development and plans to present the system at the upcoming Hydrogen Technology Expo in Hamburg.
This innovation could make an important contribution to the further development of hydrogen infrastructure by improving the efficiency and economic viability of hydrogen transport.
