This section provides an overview for hydrogen generators as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 14 hydrogen generator manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked hydrogen generator companies as of November, 2024: 1.Element 1, 2.Millennium Reign Energy, 3.SENZA.
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A hydrogen generator is a device that produces hydrogen from water, using a process called electrolysis.
Hydrogen used to be produced in large factories and transported to where it was needed using cylinders, etc. However, because it is a flammable gas, it must be handled with care.
A hydrogen generator can produce hydrogen on-site, reducing the risks associated with transportation and storage. Moreover, the required raw materials, such as water, electricity, and natural gas, are readily available, and the machine is easy to maintain.
Small hydrogen generators are mainly used to supply hydrogen fuel to FIDs used in gas chromatography.
Depending on the product, the generated gas may be treated with palladium or other chemicals to increase the purity of the hydrogen produced.
On the other hand, large hydrogen generators are used in metal production, crude oil desulfurization, fuel cells, and other applications requiring substantial hydrogen volumes. Nevertheless, issues pertaining to the cost of electricity consumption and the management of carbon dioxide byproducts need to be addressed.
The most common hydrogen generators use the principle of water electrolysis.
There are two methods of electrolysis: alkaline water electrolysis using a KOH solution and solid polymer water electrolysis using an ion exchange membrane. The former method is superior in generating efficiency, but the latter, which does not use an alkaline solution and requires careful handling, is preferred, especially for small-sized devices.
On the other hand, large hydrogen generators use the steam reforming method, in which natural gas or naphtha reacts with water to extract hydrogen.
Hydrogen generated by steam reforming contains more impurities than hydrogen generated by electrolysis, so it is purified by separation using the pressure fluctuation adsorption method. When city gas is used as the raw material, equipment is required to remove the sulfur content contained in the gas for odorization.
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Accelera by Cummins, based out of Columbus, Indiana, United States, is a zero-emission solution designer, manufacturer, and supplier. The company offers solutions that include battery systems, e-powertrain systems, and electrolyzers. Its products include high-voltage packs, remote mounts, and accessory systems that are used in hydrogen production for trucks, buses, and boats, as well as industries that include rail and mining. The company partnered with Gevo and Zero6 Energy for its first sustainable aviation project, and Blue Bird delivered its 1500th electric school bus with its components in 2023.
Element 1 Corporation, established in 2010 and located in Bend, Oregon, US, is a designer and manufacturer of hydrogen generators using gas reforming technology. The main source of fuel is a combination of methanol and water, currently applied in e1's H-Series reformer. The company has interests in mobile hydrogen, methanol-reforming, natural gas reforming, hydrogen generation, and clean energy. Its solutions find applications in hydrogen refueling stations, fuel cell backup power (BUP) systems, on-board hydrogen generators (trains, trucks, and marine vessels), materials handling, and lighter-than-air (LTA) systems. The company mainly serves clients in China and the United States.
Millennium Reign Energy LLC, established in 2008 and located in Dayton, Ohio, is a designer, manufacturer, and distributor of hydrogen fuel cell solutions and storage systems. The company has designed and built electric-, wind-, and solar-powered hydrogen generators called Earth Stations™. The company's product line also includes AutoARK electrolyzers and hydrogen fueling appliances like the SHFA (Scalable Hydrogen Fueling Appliance) Models 100, 200, and 300. These products can be used with hydrogen-fueled cars or forklifts and for providing fuel and power storage for cell phone towers and ground power units.
Hitachi Zosen Corporation was established in 1943 and is a manufacturer of environmental, machinery, and infrastructure equipments based in Osaka, Japan. The company manufactures various machineries such as vacuum equipment, precision polishing devices, sheet extruding equipment, electron beam sterilization devices, and filter presses. Various technologies are developed by the company for the production of the products such as machine simulation, fluid simulation, automated manufacturing, deep UV sterilization, and artificial intelligence. The company has implemented policies for sustainability efforts and adhering to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Athena Technology, founded in 2000 and located in India, is an ISO 9001:2008 certified manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of laboratory and scientific equipment. The company's product line includes hydrogen gas generators, nitrogen evaporators, and nitrogen gas generators for applications in research laboratories, schools, colleges, and industries, such as life sciences, environmental, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and petrochemical. The company serves customers in Southeast Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, and the Middle East.
CJH, founded in 2018, is a manufacturer and supplier of hydrogen production equipment. The company is located in Development Zone, Suzhou City, and was founded as a joint venture by Suzhou Jingli Hydrogen Production Equipment Co., Ltd and John Cockerill Group from Belgium. The equipment includes hydrogen generators, hydrogen purification, water electrolyzer, container-type hydrogen generators, and hydrogen plants consisting of hydrogen energy, hydrogen fuel cell, and hydrogen power stations. The company serves the energy, environmental protection, defense, industrial, and power generation industries.
Biotek Environmental Science Ltd., founded in 1988 in Sanchung, New Taipei City, Taiwan, is a manufacturer of ozone and hydrogen technology. The company's product portfolio comprises three segments: BioSure, Biolux, and BES. Its electrolytic technology is essential in effectively minimizing pathogens to provide safe and sanitation solutions for domestic and professional users. The technology is also suitable for hazardous chemical and power-consuming thermal technology that causes environmental harm. Its products are used in commercial, manufacturing plants, and home applications to reduce environmental impacts while promoting sustainability
GAUSSIN, founded in 1880, is a French manufacturer and supplier of zero-emission vehicles for people's mobility and freight transportation to enable on-road and off-road applications. The company's product line targets six major market segments: road transportation, ports, airports, underground works, logistics, and people mobility. The company offers heavy-duty products and cargo transportation options covering airports, ports, and logistics centers. Virtually all the vehicles in their product line come in hydrogen fueling and battery electric modes. In North America, the company has entered into manufacturing partnerships with Plug Power in the United States and Loop Energy in Canada.
LNI Swissgas, established in 1974 in Switzerland, is a manufacturer and supplier of high-precision gas generators and calibration systems. The company specializes in solutions for gas generation and analysis, catering to industries such as environmental monitoring, industrial processes, and laboratories. Devoted to providing gas solutions, LNI Swissgas offers a diverse range of gas generators, calibration standards, and analyzers. This ensures precise gas control for critical processes in laboratories, research institutions, and industrial facilities. LNI Swissgas's devotion to technological excellence is evident in their cutting-edge products, positioning them as a dependable provider of advanced gas solutions.
MVS Engineering is a manufacturer and supplier of gas generation equipment. Established in 1977, the company is headquartered in New Delhi, India. The company specializes in designing and producing gas generation systems and equipment. Its product offerings include Nitrogen, which is in PSA, Membrane and Liquid, Oxygen for Industrial and Medical, and Hydrogen in Pure Hydrogen and Ammonia. The company also provide Air and Gas Solutions such as Air Dryers, Exo Gas, Endo Gas, N2 + Methanol and Gas Purifier. Its products find application industries such as petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. MVS Engineering offers services like system customization and technical consultation.
Peak Scientific Instruments, founded in Glasgow, UK, in 1997 is a manufacturer of gas generators for analytical laboratories. The company's product portfolio includes nitrogen generators, hydrogen generators used for flame gas in FID detectors and carrier gas in GC instruments, and zero air generators. Their products are used in industries such as Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology, Chemical and Petrochemical, Environmental Testing and healthcare. The company provides services such as Product Selection Guidance, Engineering Support, and Custom Manufacturing.
F-DGSi, started in 2006 and based in Lieusaint, France, is a manufacturer of nitrogen, air zero, and hydrogen gas generators for analytical laboratories. Its customers include manufacturers of analytical instruments for various laboratory applications such as LC-MS, gas chromatography, and ELSD. The company also serves the medical industry in applications such as IVF, dermatology, and cryotherapy. It produces gases on demand and according to the customer’s application, and all its products are 100% designed and manufactured in-house at the company’s headquarters. The generators have a remote-control system that enables the company’s service teams to access them remotely for maintenance.
Senza Hydrogen Energy and Environmental Technology Co Ltd., founded in 2017 in Guangdong,China, operates as a manufacturer and distributor of hydrogen energy equipment. Company's product range encompasses various hydrogen cells, hydrogen generators, and equipment for hydrogen-powered vehicles. Some of its notable products include the PEM/SPE Hydrogen generator, Hydrogen generator CAR KIT, SENZA platonizma 300-1200 ml/min, and PEM Hydrogen generator. It is a reputable suppliers and assemblers, holding CE and FCC certifications.
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. was established in 1940 and is based in Allentown, Pennsylvania as a manufacturer and distributor of atmospheric gases. Their product range comprises natural gas liquefaction (LNG) technology and equipment, liquid fuel, epoxy additives, advanced coatings, and adhesives, used in various industrial gas projects, including gasification initiatives that sustainably transform natural resources into syngas for the creation of valuable electricity, fuels, and chemicals. Its applications consist of effluent aeration, atmosphere control, atomic absorption, spectroscopy, annealing, and catalyst regeneration. The Company operates in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, chemicals, and healthcare.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Element 1 |
15.6%
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2 | Millennium Reign Energy |
10.1%
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3 | SENZA |
7.7%
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4 | Athena Technology |
7.1%
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5 | Biotek Environmental Science Ltd. |
7.0%
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6 | Hitachi Zosen Corporation |
6.8%
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7 | CJH |
6.7%
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8 | Air Products |
6.6%
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9 | LNI Swissgas |
6.0%
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10 | MVS Engineering |
6.0%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the hydrogen generator page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 3 | 25.0% |
India | 2 | 16.7% |
China | 2 | 16.7% |
Japan | 1 | 8.3% |
Taiwan | 1 | 8.3% |
France | 1 | 8.3% |
Switzerland | 1 | 8.3% |
United Kingdom | 1 | 8.3% |
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