Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Tape Solutions
Hydrogen, one of the universe’s most abundant elements, is rapidly gaining momentum as a clean, scalable energy source. With the global hydrogen market projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.88% from 2025 to 2050, it is set to play a pivotal role in decarbonising industries from mobility to manufacturing.
As hydrogen electrolysers and fuel cells become central to this transition, the demand for high-performance materials is increasing.
Norgard® Specialty Products delivers advanced solutions across the hydrogen value chain, supporting critical components like gaskets, subgaskets, seals, and release films. Engineered for tight tolerances and media resistance, these materials ensure durability, safety, and process efficiency in even the most demanding environments. From precision tapes to high-performance films, materials innovation is key to unlocking hydrogen’s full potential.
Solutions for Improved Performance in Hydrogen Applications
What products can we provide?
Skived PTFE enables roll-to-roll processing of the catalyst-coated membrane, minimising potential quality defects and supporting manufacturing costs. Decal transfer films assist in layering catalyst materials within membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs). ETFE, PFA or T500 (PTFE) are frequently top choices for acting as processing aids to produce the catalyst-coated membranes due to their low surface energies, high release properties, and smooth, uniform, low-friction surfaces. We also provide several options for materials that can be utilised as compression pads during the hot press lamination of the MEA.
Products such as PTFE gaskets provide chemical inertness, durability, low permeability, electrical insulation, and ease of use.
Tape Solutions also offers silicones, polyimide, ETFE, and PFA.
Electrolysers utilising PEM (proton exchange membrane) technology require materials capable of withstanding high-pressure and high-moisture environments. Norgard products are essential considerations for ensuring protective barriers within the electrolyser systems, which face challenging conditions such as frequent chemical exposure, elevated pressures, and thermal cycling. Our materials provide mechanical durability, compression set resistance, low gas permeation, and precise dimensional tolerancing to maintain a uniform stack assembly.
