Fuel Cell

The typical function of a fuel cell is based on the inversion of electrolysis by converting chemical energy directly into electric energy, heat and water. By applying this kind of technology, a continuous supply with air and fuel, in many cases hydrogen is required, to guarantee for a continuous generation of electric energy. The provision of this chemical energy source (fuel) as well as heat conduction,  requires an additional tank system and cooling system which is absolutely necessary.

A fuel cell system consists of the following sub-systems:

• Fuel cells stack
• Fuel accumulator (on demand)
• Fuel supply module
• Air supply module
• Cooling module
• System control

Eventual application fields for a fuel cell can be found in portable, mobile and stationary applications.

EGELHOF Innovation:
EGELHOF’s development activities are focused on fuel supply, air supply and cooling modules for PEMFC (Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells). The focus is based on the development of individual valves but also include other components up to the development of modules. Target of these efforts is to supply certified devices for various application fields based on customer requirements.