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The scalability of PEM electrolysers is severely constrained by technical limitations, supply chain inefficiencies, and high production costs, slowing the global transition to green hydrogen.

To achieve mass adoption of green hydrogen, PEM electrolyser manufacturers need a scalable, high-performance, and cost-effective solution that simplifies production, enhances durability, and ensures reliable supply.

Ready2Stack™ solves these challenges by delivering a fully integrated, drop-in bipolar plate solution—optimising efficiency, reducing downtime, and accelerating the energy transition.

Shaping the Future of Green Hydrogen

Ready2Stack™ leverages decades of electrochemical and engineering expertise and is the result of a collaboration between industry leaders HOERBIGER and JAMES CROPPER.

The partnership enables a step change in BPP design, combining JAMES CROPPER's optimised Resillion™ coating with HOERBIGER's advanced metallurgy and precision engineering to deliver exceptional in-stack performance and durability. This results in lower hydrogen production costs and ensures long-term operational reliability — making green hydrogen more accessible and commercially viable.

Shared Vision: Pioneering High-Performance Through Strategic Collaboration

  • Open Dialogue

    A shared vision requires open communication. HOERBIGER and James Cropper foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and continuous innovation to push the boundaries of PEM electrolyser technology.

  • Joint Responsibility

    Driving the energy transition demands collective action. Together, we are committed to delivering scalable, high-performance solutions that accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen and support a sustainable future.

  • Know-how

    With decades of expertise in advanced materials, precision engineering, and industrial manufacturing, HOERBIGER and James Cropper combine their deep industry knowledge to solve the toughest challenges in PEM electrolyser production.

  • Synergy

    Our partnership is greater than the sum of its parts. By merging cutting-edge coating technologies with world-class metal forming and automation, we create a seamless solution that revolutionises efficiency in hydrogen production.

  • Focus

    We are laser-focused on empowering electrolyser manufacturers with ready-to-use, high-quality components that enhance durability, streamline production, and reduce costs—unlocking the full potential of green hydrogen.

  • Partnership

    More than a collaboration, this is a strategic alliance. HOERBIGER and James Cropper are shaping the future of hydrogen together, providing industry-leading solutions that drive long-term value and global impact.

HOERBIGER

HOERBIGER operates globally in 43 countries, with 6,174 employees across 133 locations, including 30 production plants. In 2023, they generated 1.416 billion euros in sales. HOERBIGER provides performance-enhancing solutions for industries such as energy, automotive, process, mechanical engineering, safety, and electronics. With innovations focused on decarbonisation and the energy transition, they drive change for a sustainable future. The HOERBIGER Foundation, as the majority shareholder, ensures the company’s 130-year legacy of stability, independence, and forward-thinking strategy.
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JAMES CROPPER

Leaders in advanced materials, JAMES CROPPER operates at the forefront of material science, working alongside it’s partners to create solutions to the unique challenges of the electrolyser, fuel cell and battery industries.
From carbon nonwovens widely used as a fuel cell Gas Diffusion Layer (GDL) substrates to electrochemical coatings creating green hydrogen at the heart of PEM Electrolysers. JAMES CROPPER specialises in providing innovative solutions for current and next generation technologies. The company operates globally, with manufacturing sites in the UK and USA and a worldwide sales and technical support network.
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