{"id":2323,"date":"2026-03-17T15:23:06","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T15:23:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nirotec.de\/applications\/hydrogen-and-energy-infrastructure\/"},"modified":"2026-08-11T08:32:01","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T08:32:01","slug":"hydrogen-and-energy-infrastructure","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nirotec.de\/en\/applications\/hydrogen-and-energy-infrastructure\/","title":{"rendered":"Hydrogen and Energy Infrastructure"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Requirements in hydrogen and energy infrastructure<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Due to its molecular properties, hydrogen places particularly high demands on materials and joining technology. Even the smallest leaks or unsuitable materials can lead to safety-critical issues in the long term. <\/p>\n

In practice, topics such as hydrogen embrittlement, HIC resistance, and the highest requirements for tightness and weld quality are the focus. At the same time, components must withstand high pressure loads during transport and storage. <\/p>\n

Design is carried out taking into account relevant codes and standards such as ASME B31.12, EN 13480, AD 2000, and the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014\/68\/EU.<\/p>\n

Nirotec specifically addresses these requirements in material selection and manufacturing\u2014for safe and durable pipe fittings in H\u2082 applications.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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What Nirotec offers in hydrogen and energy infrastructure<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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With our own forming production and targeted sourcing, we deliver flexible solutions for different requirements within hydrogen projects\u2014from individual components to the complete pipe fittings supply for a plant section.<\/p>\n

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Our components are used in:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Hydrogen pipelines and distribution networks (gaseous and liquid)<\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Hydrogen production plants (electrolysis, steam reforming)<\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Compression and storage systems<\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Power-to-X plants (PtH\u2082, PtAmmonia, PtMethanol)<\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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H\u2082 refuelling station infrastructure<\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Existing natural gas networks with H\u2082 blending<\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Typical products & solutions<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Available to EN 10253 and ASME B16.9\u2014in H\u2082-compatible materials, all common nominal sizes and wall thicknesses.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Elbows<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Tees<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Reducer<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Flanges<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Pipe Caps<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Pipes<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Special and drawing parts<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Materials<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Material selection is critical for H\u2082 applications. Not every steel is H\u2082-compatible\u2014especially at higher pressures and temperatures. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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