Hydrogen generation system for semiconductor manufacture

Concepts

• hydrogen generation system
• sheffield
• gas network equipment
• national epitaxy facility
• reliable supply of high purity hydrogen
• replacement system
• replacement hydrogen generator
• hydrogen supply
• hydrogen system
• important supplier of semiconductor materials

Location

Description

The National Epitaxy Facility (NEF) at the University of Sheffield is a nationally important supplier of semiconductor materials for research and development in Universities and industry across the UK. A reliable supply of high purity hydrogen is key to the work of the NEF and our other research groups in semiconductor production. Our existing PEM-based hydrogen generation system is approaching end of life and a replacement system is required. Our hydrogen supply operates at 30 bar and a peak mass flow rate of approximately 25kg per day, with an average daily consumption of 12kg per day. Our hydrogen system feeds purifiers that ideally require 99.999% purity to minimise maintenance costs and ensure high purity feed to our reactors. We are looking for a replacement hydrogen generator that can meet our existing demand in the existing footprint, with a reliable, sustainable and cost effective technology. Reliability of supply is a key factor, and hence an exemplary after sales service is a must.

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CPV Codes

• 39340000 - Gas network equipment

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** *Extra criteria that is required for this solution: 30 bar supply pressure. Current theoretical maximum consumption: 22.5kg of Hydrogen per day (189slpm). Average measured consumption: 12kg of Hydrogen per day (100slpm).