Stoking the Fuel Cell Industry
Fuel Cell Technology Development
Fuel cell technology continues to advance at a fast pace and we are at the forefront of this burgeoning industry. Chemsultants is heavily invested in the development and commercialization of PEMFC materials and components for the fuel cell industry. We focus on the development of novel polymer-based products and new manufacturing processes. By doing so, Chemsultants is positioned to quickly become a world-class supplier of commercially viable fuel cell components.
Fuel Cell Experience
Chemsultants' team of scientists and engineers has more than 20 years of experience in the development and formulation of high performance polymer materials and products. Our staff includes experts in the areas of:
- Polymer research
- Formula development
- Polymer film casting and coating applications
- Process development
- Product commercialization
Fuel Cell Research
Current research efforts include a number of publicly funded programs including:
- 2005/2006
Ohio Third Frontier Fuel Cell Program grant for gas diffusion layer development (collaborating with GrafTech International)
- 2006/2007
EMTEC Grant for multi-layer, self hydrating polymer membrane development (collaborating with Case Western Reserve University)
- 2006/2007
Department of Energy grant for high temperature/low humidity membrane development (collaborating with the Michigan Molecular Institute)
- 2008
National Science Foundation SBIR Phase I grant for development of a solid polymer electrolyte for alkaline fuel cells
Fuel Cell Partnerships
We have developed strong working relationships with fuel cell technology research teams at several organizations. This ensures that we have complete capabilities including: polymer synthesis, analysis and testing of individual membranes and MEAs, and functional evaluation of cell stack assemblies. These partnerships include:
- NASA Glenn Research Center
- Wright-Patterson Air Force Research Laboratory
- Case Western Reserve University
- GrafTech International
- Michigan Molecular Institute
Fuel Cell Capabilities
Chemsultants has a unique combination of development and commercialization expertise as well as an integrated group of products and services to support your unique needs. Whether your requirement is for a membrane or MEA to integrate into a current PEMFC design or contract manufacturing of your membrane or MEA design, Chemsultants has the fuel cell resources to meet these requirements.
Technology
- PEM Fuel Cells
- Direct methanol
- Alkaline Fuel Cells
Polymer Experience
- Nafion
- Modified Nafion
- Polyethersulfones
- Polysulfones
- Sulfonated polyarylene thioether sulfone
- Polybenzimidizoles
- Polyimides
Development Expertise
- Polymer Development
- Formulation
- Additives
- Batch synthesis
- Rheology modification
- Membrane Development
- Single layer and multi-layer
Production Capabilities
- Lab Scale
- Polymer casting
- Film lamination
- Catalyst coating
- Pilot / Production Scale
- Membrane casting
- MEA coating
Do you need a fuel cell technology resource with the experience and expertise to open new doors? Contact Chemsultants today.