Hazer Group Ltd achieved a major breakthrough by reaching 240 hours of continuous and stable operation at its Commercial Demonstration Plant (CDP). This achievement demonstrates the stability and reliability of Hazer’s technology in the production of clean hydrogen. clean hydrogen y high quality graphite.
The plant has operated without interruption for 10 days, exceeding initial targets and demonstrating the efficiency of the methane pyrolysis process. This process uses natural gas or biogas as feedstock and an iron ore catalyst, standing out as an environmentally friendly and economical solution.
Construction of Hazer’s Commercial Demonstration Plant. Source: Hazer Group.
Production at the Hazer Group plant remained stable
During the 240 hours of continuous operation, the plant maintained stable hydrogen and graphite production. Catalyst injection into the reactor and efficient separation of the gas stream from the product are some of the technical aspects that contributed to this success.
The plant is currently optimizing the production of commercially representative graphite. This graphite will be verified in terms of quality before being distributed to strategic partners for large-scale testing. At the end of the current test campaign, planned maintenance will be performed. planned maintenance and operational data will be analyzed for future improvements.
The positive results of the CDP are driving the advancement of four commercial projects in collaboration with major corporations such as POSCO, ENGIE, Chubu Electric and FortisBC. These projects reflect the potential of Hazer’s technology to contribute significantly to global decarbonization. global decarbonization.
Future perspectives
Glenn Corrie, CEO of Hazer, expressed his satisfaction with this significant achievement, highlighting the ongoing efforts of the company’s scientists, engineers and technicians.
We have reached an important milestone that reinforces our global growth strategy and the commercialization of the Hazer process.
Corrie stated.
Hazer Group continues to demonstrate its leadership in climate technology, moving towards full commercial readiness by 2024 and reaffirming its commitment to a more sustainable future.
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