Technology innovations and green hydrogen
ABB offers a wide range of green hydrogen solutions, spanning grid and plant infrastructure, high-efficiency motors for pumps and pipelines, instrumentation, leak detection systems, fuel cells and more.
Our focus on integrating automation and digital systems allows for the real-time monitoring and control of various parameters within a hydrogen plant, such as temperature and pressure. This allows for proactive maintenance, preventing unplanned downtime and ensuring the smooth operation of the site, while minimizing energy consumption.
ABB Ability™ OPTIMAX®, a sophisticated energy management system designed to optimize the entire hydrogen production process, enables operators to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions. By leveraging advanced analytics and predictive modeling, OPTIMAX® optimizes energy flow, integrates renewable energy sources and manages energy storage assets for maximum efficiency. This holistic approach to energy management is crucial in reducing production costs – by as much as 20 percent – and accelerating the commercial viability of green hydrogen.
Embracing automation and digital solutions not only optimizes energy use within the facility but also empowers operators with deeper understanding and control over the entire green hydrogen production process. This fosters a data-driven approach to plant management, leading to improved reliability and efficiency.
An example of ABB’s portfolio in action is Hydrogen City in south Texas. Under this collaboration agreement with Green Hydrogen International (GHI), ABB will assess the deployment of its automation, electrification, and digital technology solutions throughout this major green hydrogen facility. This includes integrated control systems, electrical motors and drives, measurement and analytics solutions, and power and process optimization solutions.
