GREEN STEEL
GREEN STEELSteel Decarbonization Membrane in Belgium
Steel production accounts for 7-9% of global CO2 emissions. Belgium plays a strategic role in Europe's hydrogen landscape, both as a technology hub and transit corridor.
Market Context
BelgiumPolicy
H₂ Target
Cities
Industries
Reduce H2 Cost for DRI
Direct reduction of iron consumes approximately 55 kg of hydrogen per tonne of DRI. IONZERA's lower electricity consumption per kg H2 directly improves the economics of H2-DRI steelmaking.
GW-Scale Membrane Supply
A single green steel plant may require hundreds of MW of electrolyser capacity. IONZERA's scalable, mesh-free manufacturing is designed to meet these large-volume membrane demands.
Reliable Continuous Output
Steel furnaces operate continuously. IONZERA's mechanical strength of 2.7 MPa and chemically stable PSU-TiO2-GO matrix support the uninterrupted electrolyser operation that steel plants demand.
Steel Decarbonization in Belgium’s Hydrogen Market
Belgium plays a strategic role in Europe's hydrogen landscape, both as a technology hub and transit corridor. The port of Antwerp is a major chemical and refining cluster with significant hydrogen demand. Belgium is also home to Zirfon manufacturing, making it a natural market for demonstrating IONZERA's superior performance credentials.
In Zirfon's home market, IONZERA offers a compelling technical alternative with 3x lower area resistance. Belgian electrolyser developers and research institutions can directly benchmark IONZERA against the incumbent, validating the performance improvements in their own testing environments.
Lower Resistance
Thinner Profile
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGE
Why IONZERA for Steel Decarbonization in Belgium
Direct reduction of iron consumes approximately 55 kg of hydrogen per tonne of DRI. IONZERA's lower electricity consumption per kg H2 directly improves the economics of H2-DRI steelmaking.
Shipping & Logistics
Air freight from India in 5-7 business days. Sample quantities available for testing and qualification.
Area Resistance
3x LOWERThickness
20% THINNERSteel Decarbonization Membrane in Belgium Cities
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose IONZERA for steel decarbonization in Belgium?
IONZERA delivers 3x lower ionic resistance than Zirfon, making it ideal for steel decarbonization applications in Belgium. In Zirfon's home market, IONZERA offers a compelling technical alternative with 3x lower area resistance.
Why consider IONZERA when Zirfon is produced locally in Belgium?
IONZERA delivers 3x lower area resistance than Zirfon PERL UTP 500, enabling significantly more efficient electrolysis. For Belgian projects prioritizing performance and competitive TCO, IONZERA provides measurable advantages even accounting for shipping from India.
Can IONZERA be tested alongside Zirfon in the same electrolyser?
Yes. IONZERA is designed as a drop-in replacement for Zirfon in standard AWE stacks. It operates in the same 30 wt% KOH electrolyte at up to 45 degrees C, enabling direct side-by-side performance comparison.
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