CLEANHYPRO Catalogue of Services
CLEANHYPRO offers a comprehensive catalogue of services designed to accelerate the development, validation, and market uptake of innovative electrolysis materials, components, and systems. Through a Single Entry Point (SEP), companies can access an integrated ecosystem of 9 upgraded Pilot Lines, specialised technical facilities, and expert support covering the entire innovation journey – from material development and component manufacturing to testing, validation, certification, and commercialisation.
Our portfolio combines electrolysis technology services, cross-cutting technical services, and business support, enabling tailored service packages that address the specific needs of each project. By bringing together state-of-the-art infrastructure and multidisciplinary expertise, CLEANHYPRO helps companies de-risk innovation, shorten time to market, and accelerate the industrial deployment of next-generation electrolyser technologies.
Electrolyser Development Pathway
From design to validated stack across all four electrolysis technologies
PL1 – FHG
Sintered electrode fabrication route
FHG + BTU
Low & high pressure cell + stack test 250 h min
Post-mortem analysis
FHG / BTU
PL2 – TNO
Spatial ALD catalyst deposition
PL3+ VSP
Spark ablation nano catalyst printing
PL4 – FHG
Cell + short-stack test Up to 2,000 A EIS + ref. electrodes
Post-mortem analysis
FHG / H2GREENPLANET
PL5 – TEC
CCM + MEA + short-stack assembly
PL6+ CEA
MEA testing line; single cell up to 200 cm²
Post-mortem analysis
TEC / CEA / Enapter
PL7 – IREC
3D printed ceramic cell fabrication
PL8+ IREC
Electrode nanomaterial dep. + annealing
PL9+ VTT
Cell to system test; EIS + long-term degradation
Post-mortem analysis
IREC / VTT
LCA · regulatory review · cost modelling · scale-up roadmap
Electrolysis Technology Services
Advanced AEL Electrolyser Manufacturing & Testing
What it is: Manufacturing and testing services for advanced AEL (Alkaline) Electrolyser components and systems, including the production of high-performance sintered (metallic catalysts substrate) electrodes through continuous coating processes and the evaluation of their electrochemical and mechanical properties.
How it is done: This service operates through Pilot Line 1 at Fraunhofer (FHG), where a semi-continuous process chain produces high-active sintered electrodes for alkaline electrolysis. The manufacturing process runs through two core pieces of equipment: a continuous coater that applies the electrocatalyst-metal substrate layer across electrode surfaces of up to 4 m², followed immediately by a belt furnace that heat-treats the coated substrate to create a mechanically permanent sintering bond between the catalyst layer and the metallic base. Critically, optical inline sensors combining X-ray and beta-ray measurement are integrated throughout the coating and heat treatment steps, continuously analysing and quantifying layer thickness across the entire electrode surface to guarantee uniformity and coating quality. Once manufactured, the electrodes are tested and validated through a structured campaign that includes low-pressure AEL testing at FHG, high-pressure AEL testing at Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus–Senftenberg (BTU), microstructural and electrochemical characterisation of unit cells through accelerated stress tests, and short-stack validation at the tens-of-kW scale with testing runs of at minimum 250 hours, followed by post-mortem characterisation to assess degradation.
Why use it: Develop and validate durable, high-efficiency AEL technologies with electrodes designed for long operating lifetimes (100,000+ hours). The service also supports the development of pressurised AEL electrolysers and hydrogen refuelling station technologies, helping accelerate technology validation and scale-up.
Available at Pilot Lines: PL1
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Advanced PEM Electrolyser Manufacturing & Testing
What it is: Manufacturing and testing services for advanced Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyser components and systems, including catalyst deposition through Spatial Atomic Layer deposition (sALD), additive manufacturing (3D printing) of nanostructured porous electrocatalysts, and performance testing of PEM cells and short stacks.
How it is done: Catalyst deposition using sALD enables the fabrication of highly uniform and conformal catalyst-coated electrodes, such as IrOx-coated porous transport layers (PTLs), as well as gas diffusion electrodes (e.g., Pt-coated gas diffusion layers). The technology can also be applied to the production of catalyst-coated membranes (CCMs). Substrates with dimensions of up to 15 cm × 15 cm can be processed, supporting scalable manufacturing of advanced electrochemical components. Performance testing for PEMWE enables the initial evaluation of cell performance, supporting material screening, validation of design criteria, and identification of potential failure modes. The service includes in situ electrochemical characterisation, such as polarisation curve (iV) measurements and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), providing quantitative insight into kinetic, ohmic, and mass transport losses. In addition, gas analysis is performed to quantify hydrogen production rates and detect gas crossover, supporting assessment of efficiency and safety. Durability testing and accelerated stress tests can be conducted to investigate degradation behaviour under realistic and dynamic operating conditions.
Why use it: Develop high-performance PEM electrolysers while reducing the use of costly precious metals such as iridium and platinum. Applicants can access advanced catalyst manufacturing technologies and automated testing facilities to optimise performance, provide insight into losses, validate components under realistic operating conditions, and accelerate technology scale-up.
Available at Pilot Lines: PL2, PL3, and PL4.
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Advanced AEM Electrolyser Manufacturing & Testing
What it is: Manufacturing and testing services for Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) electrolyser components and single cells, including catalyst dispersion on polymeric membranes, semi-automated cell production, performance testing, gas analysis, and large-area electrode fabrication through advanced ink formulation and screen-printing techniques.
How it is done: Ultrasonic spray coating stands out as a highly advanced deposition technique compared to conventional spray coating, enabling the formation of extremely uniform and finely controlled catalyst layers. This leads to superior control over catalyst loading, ionomer distribution, and layer morphology, ultimately improving electrochemical performance and durability. The technique is fully compatible with both CCM (Catalyst Coated Membrane) and CCS (Catalyst Coated Substrate) fabrication routes, offering flexibility in electrode design and processing. Notably, CCM provides a more intimate electrode–membrane interface than CCS, reducing interfacial resistance and enhancing overall cell efficiency. The pilot plant enables the automated deposition of catalyst layers onto membranes (CCM) or porous transport layers, PTLs (CCS). Deposition parameters are precisely controlled to achieve highly uniform coatings and ensure excellent reproducibility between electrodes. In addition, it supports automated stack assembly, minimising alignment errors among the different stack components and thereby improving overall manufacturing reliability. In addition to electrode fabrication and stack assembly, the facility offers comprehensive electrochemical characterisation of both single cells and stacks, including hydrogen purity analysis by chromatography. It also enables in-depth studies on catalyst ink formulation, supporting the optimisation of electrode performance and processing conditions.
Why use it: Develop and validate next-generation AEM electrolyser technologies using specialised manufacturing and characterisation facilities. The service supports the optimisation of catalyst layers, electrode fabrication, and cell performance, helping innovators accelerate the scale-up of efficient and cost-effective hydrogen production solutions.
Available at Pilot Lines: PL5 and PL6.
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Advanced SOEC Manufacturing & Testing
What it is: Manufacturing and testing services for Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell (SOEC) technologies, including the fabrication of ceramic cells and stacks, the development and processing of advanced electrode and barrier-layer materials, and comprehensive electrochemical testing and validation. The service supports the complete development workflow, from materials and component manufacturing to performance assessment and durability testing of single cells, stacks, and integrated systems.
How it is done: The service begins by defining the target cell design, materials, performance requirements, and validation objectives. Ceramic components are manufactured using advanced additive manufacturing techniques, while electrode and barrier-layer materials are developed, deposited, and processed using methods such as screen printing, pulsed laser deposition, rapid thermal processing, and ultrafast high-temperature sintering. The fabricated cells and stacks are then assembled and subjected to customised electrochemical testing, including performance mapping, long-term durability, thermal and load cycling, and degradation analysis under controlled operating conditions. Throughout the process, manufacturing parameters, material properties, and test protocols are optimised to support the development, validation, and scale-up of high-performance SOEC technologies.
Why use it: Develop, optimise, and validate innovative SOEC technologies using advanced ceramic manufacturing, electrode processing, and comprehensive testing capabilities. The service enables the production of customised cell and stack designs, optimisation of advanced materials and interfaces, and independent performance and degradation assessment under realistic operating conditions. By supporting both manufacturing scale-up and long-term validation, it helps accelerate the development of efficient, durable, and commercially viable high-temperature electrolysis solutions.
Available at Pilot Lines: PL7, PL8 and PL9.
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Cross-cutting Technical Services
Feasibility, Life Cycle & Cost Assessment
What it is: Expert support to assess the technical, environmental, and economic viability of hydrogen innovations through feasibility studies, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and Life Cycle Costing (LCC) analysis.
Why use it: Understand the sustainability and competitiveness of your technology, identify improvement opportunities, compare different development scenarios, and support informed decision-making using recognised assessment methodologies and benchmarking tools.
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Access to Advanced Electrolysis Pilot Facilities
What it is: Access to state-of-the-art pilot lines and specialised facilities for the development, testing, and validation of electrolysis technologies across the entire value chain, from materials and components to integrated systems.
Why use it: Validate your technology in industrially relevant environments, access advanced manufacturing and testing capabilities, optimise processes, and benefit from expert technical support to accelerate development, scale-up, and market readiness.
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Hydrogen Systems Testing & Certification
What it is: Comprehensive testing, validation, and certification support for hydrogen technologies and systems, covering performance, durability, safety, reliability, and compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
Why use it: Demonstrate the performance and safety of your technology, identify potential risks, accelerate certification processes, and build confidence among customers, investors, and regulatory bodies through independent validation and recognised testing methodologies.
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Business & Sustainability
Electrolyser Certification and Compliance
What it is: Certification of electrolyser according to Bureau Veritas’s (BV) Quality Label scheme.
Why use it: The Quality Label for electrolysers is both innovative and a strong differentiator in the market. It lets OEMs stand out from competitors by offering a distinctive mark of recognition that is not yet widely adopted. Furthermore, this scheme is designed to evolve into an industry standard, meaning that early participation offers a unique opportunity to influence its development and shape its future direction.
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Communication and Dissemination
What it is: Planning and implementation of communication and dissemination activities within the scope of the project and its planned activities to engage relevant stakeholders and maximise the project’s visibility and impact.
Why use it: Expands the project’s reach, fosters engagement with relevant stakeholders, and enhances the project’s visibility and impact in line with its objectives.
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Networking and Access to Investors
What it is: Connects innovators, SMEs, and demonstration projects with investors, corporate partners, innovation ecosystems, and business support organisations. The service provides opportunities to showcase innovative solutions, participate in networking and matchmaking activities, and build relationships that can lead to strategic partnerships, investment, and collaboration.
Why use it: Building the right connections is essential for accelerating innovation uptake and unlocking new opportunities. This service increases the visibility of beneficiaries’ innovations, expands their professional networks, and enables them to engage with stakeholders who can support future collaboration, investment, and market growth.
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Innovation Services
What it is: Support beneficiaries in strengthening their innovation and commercialisation activities through market analysis, business planning, funding opportunity scouting, and exploitation strategies.
Why use it: Strengthens innovation strategies and improves market readiness and competitiveness.
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