Hydrogen Storage Compression Solutions

Hydrogen (H₂) storage is an important component of reliable and resilient hydrogen infrastructure. It helps balance fluctuations between hydrogen production and demand while supporting a continuous supply for industrial, mobility and energy applications.

Whether hydrogen is stored in underground salt caverns, depleted gas reservoirs or above-ground pressure vessels, reliable compression is essential for achieving the required injection and storage pressures. Depending on the storage concept, recompression may also be required during withdrawal and further transportation.

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 storage applications. Every solution is individually engineered according to the storage concept, required pressure and capacity, operating profile and project-specific requirements.

Recommended Compression Solutions by LMF

ISO 13631 Compressors

Recommended solution for demanding hydrogen storage applications requiring continuous high-speed operation. Pressure-tight crankcase designs for suction pressures of up to 25 bar are available for applications requiring advanced gas containment.

  • Capacity:
    up to 15 100 Nm³/h
  • Pressure:
    up to 500 bar (lubricated)
    up to 200 bar (non-lubricated)
  • Power consumption:
    up to 6 MW

API 618 Compressors

Recommended solution for demanding hydrogen storage applications requiring high reliability, availability and project-specific engineering according to API 618.

  • Capacity:
    up to 27 000 Nm³/h
  • Pressure:
    up to 500 bar (non-lubricated)
  • Power consumption:
    up to 6 MW

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FAQs

Hydrogen must be compressed to the pressure required for injection into underground or above-ground storage systems. The compressor must accommodate the relationship between supply pressure, storage pressure and the expected operating profile.

Depending on the storage concept and downstream requirements, recompression may also be required during hydrogen withdrawal and further transportation.

Hydrogen can be stored in underground salt caverns, depleted gas reservoirs, pressure vessels and other dedicated storage systems. Each storage technology has different requirements regarding capacity, injection and withdrawal pressure, operating profile and gas quality.

The appropriate compressor solution depends on the selected storage concept and complete project requirements.

LMF provides ISO 13631 and API 618 reciprocating high pressure compressor solutions for hydrogen storage applications. The appropriate compressor configuration depends on the required pressure and capacity, hydrogen purity, storage concept, operating profile and applicable project specifications.

Due to hydrogen’s low molecular weight and high diffusivity, reliable gas containment is particularly important. Pressure-tight crankcase designs can help minimize fugitive emissions, reduce hydrogen losses and improve operational safety.

The required sealing and containment concept is selected according to the suction pressure, compressor configuration, operating conditions and project requirements.

Yes. LMF develops tailor-made reciprocating high pressure compressor solutions for underground and above-ground hydrogen storage applications.

Every compressor solution is individually engineered according to the storage technology, required injection and withdrawal pressures, capacity, operating profile, installation environment and customer specifications.