H2 Ready Certification
Certification of materials and components for safe use under H2 conditions
The certification of materials and components for safe use under hydrogen conditions is essential to ensure equipment performs reliably and safely in the evolving hydrogen economy. DEKRA certifies materials and components based on comprehensive testing in pressurized gaseous hydrogen to prove they can be used safely in such environments.
The hydrogen economy is advancing rapidly, driven by the ongoing energy transition. Building trust and confidence and ensuring the safe operation of new or repurposed hydrogen applications will be paramount for a successful transition.
A wide variety of equipment, components, and materials will be exposed to hydrogen, meaning we will need to prove resilience and reliability – this is where hydrogen certification becomes essential.
Our Approach
DEKRA assists manufacturers and operators within the hydrogen economy with its H2 Ready certification – a flexible solution to provide support in various stages:
- Product Development
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing / Production
- Operation
- Claims Handling
DEKRA supports you as an independent third-party provider with its H2 Ready Certification. Our reliable and thorough certification process is structured as follows:
1. Customer Inquiry
The customer submits an inquiry to examine the extent to which the material or component can be operated in a hydrogen atmosphere or with hydrogen.
2.Checking the Inquiry
3.Test Plan
4.Test Plan Confirmation
5.Test Execution
6.Test Reports
7. Documentation and Final Report
8. Certificate Issuance
This approach focuses on transparent communications, ultimately leading to credible test reports, comprehensive documentation, and certifications that align with the industry's stringent safety standards.