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In this Hyfindr Tech Talk, we explore the specifics of automating hydrogen electrolyzers while minimizing explosion risks in hazardous areas. Alex Vargas, a senior mechatronic engineer from Festo covers the differences between traditional plant automation and electrolyzer automation, focusing on the modular nature of modern electrolysis systems. Alex demonstrates key equipment like ball valves, pneumatic actuators, and valve terminals, and explains the advantages of centralizing control elements to reduce electrical hazards and maintenance costs. The conversation also touches on the future trend towards modular automation in larger hydrogen plants.

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0:00 Hyfindr Tech Talk
0:45 Welcome, Alex
0:56 Automation Differences
3:58 Automation of Electrolyzers explained
12:00 Different Approaches
20:00 Durability
22:45 100 Years of Festo
24:21 Outlook
28:20 Like and Subscribe

Executive Summary of Tech Talk Script:
In this episode of Hyfindr Tech Talks, we discuss the automation of electrolyzers with senior mechatronic engineer Alex Vargas from Festo. We explore the unique challenges and solutions when automating electrolyzers, particularly focusing on safety measures to reduce the explosion risk in hazardous areas. Alex demonstrates essential components of the automation process, including ball valves, pilot valves, and valve terminals. He highlights that electrolyzers are often modular plants within containers, designed to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. Since hydrogen is highly reactive, managing leakages and safety is crucial. Alex emphasizes the importance of using compressed air instead of electrical components in certain hazardous areas to reduce risks and costs. The conversation also covers different approaches to automation, favoring centralized control systems like valve terminals over traditional individual pilot valves to improve maintenance efficiency and safety. We touch on the trend of modular automation in future large-scale hydrogen plants, which will enable 'plug and produce' functionality, making hydrogen production more scalable and cost-effective. The Tech Talk concludes with reflections on Festo's centennial in automation and its contributions to advancing hydrogen technology.

Interview partner: Alexander Vargas - Festo

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