Hydrogen Mobility Compression Solutions

Hydrogen (H₂) can support the decarbonization of mobility applications that require long operating ranges, short refueling times and high vehicle availability. Potential applications include heavy-duty trucks, buses, trains, ships and other commercial transport systems.

Reliable compression is one of the key processes within hydrogen refueling infrastructure. Depending on the station concept, hydrogen can be supplied through pipelines, tube trailers or on-site production and must then be compressed to the pressure required for intermediate storage and vehicle refueling. The compressor solution must maintain the necessary hydrogen purity, process safety and operational availability under the expected refueling profile.

With decades of experience in hydrogen compression and more than 80 years of expertise in reciprocating high pressure compressor technology, LMF develops tailor-made compressor solutions for hydrogen mobility applications. Every solution is individually engineered according to the hydrogen supply conditions, required station capacity, pressure levels, refueling concept and operating profile.

Recommended Compression Solutions by LMF

API 618 Compressors

Recommended solution for demanding heavy-duty hydrogen refueling applications requiring high availability, reliable gas containment and project-specific engineering according to API 618. Vertical compressor designs enable reliable oil-free hydrogen compression to high discharge pressures while supporting compact installation and long-term operation.

  • Capacity:
    up to 27 000 Nm³/h
  • Pressure:
    up to 500 bar (non-lubricated)
  • Power consumption:
    up to 1 MW

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FAQs

Hydrogen must be compressed before it can be transferred to high pressure storage and dispensed into vehicle tanks. The required compressor discharge pressure depends on the hydrogen supply conditions, storage concept, vehicle pressure level and overall station design.

Reliable compression ensures that sufficient hydrogen is available at the required pressure for safe and efficient vehicle refueling.

LMF develops tailor-made API 618 reciprocating high pressure compressor solutions for heavy-duty hydrogen refueling infrastructure. Vertical, non-lubricated compressor configurations are available for applications requiring high hydrogen purity and discharge pressures of up to 500 bar.

Every compressor package is individually engineered according to the station capacity, pressure levels, operating profile and project specifications.

Hydrogen used in fuel cell mobility applications requires high gas purity. Oil-free reciprocating compressor solutions eliminate the risk of cylinder lubrication oil entering the hydrogen stream, helping protect storage systems, dispensing equipment and fuel cell vehicles.

The complete compressor and sealing configuration is selected according to the required hydrogen purity and operating conditions.

The required pressure depends on the vehicle type, refueling protocol, buffer storage concept and station configuration. LMF develops compressor solutions for relevant heavy-duty hydrogen mobility applications with discharge pressures of up to 500 bar.

The final pressure levels are determined according to the complete refueling station concept and project requirements.

Yes. Every LMF hydrogen mobility compressor solution is individually engineered according to the hydrogen supply conditions, required station capacity, pressure levels, vehicle type, refueling profile and installation environment.

This tailor-made approach ensures that the compressor and complete package are matched to the specific station concept and expected operating profile.