Stack Assembly PEM Fuel Cell Assembly Press

Product catalog summary

Overview: The document describes the features and capabilities of the Automated Fuel Cell Assembly Press designed by Greenlight Innovation Corporation. It highlights the press's adaptability, safety features, and additional options for customization.

Key Specifications:

Tilting Cradle Design: Allows easy access to the stack from all sides, with adjustable tilt from vertical to horizontal.
Compression Plates: Customized for any stack design or active area.
Compressive Force: Ranges from 10kN to 160kN.
Stroke Length: Variable, up to 2000mm.
Load Cell Display: Provides current force and set points.
Servo Driven Ball Screw: Enables automated compression of the stack.
Control Options: Controllable to force or displacement.
Safety System: Includes an emergency stop (E-Stop).
Alignment Features: Precision chrome shafting for plate/MEA alignment.
Adjustable Axial Stack Twist: Up to ±30°.

Additional Options:

Linear encoder for monitoring stack height.
Spring-loaded containment bars for plate alignment.
Pneumatic stack lifting fingers for easy unloading.
Automated data collection and integrated leak test capability.
Strap forming and welding options.
Hydraulic compression systems available as a lower-cost alternative.
Manual version of the press available.

Design and Integration: The press is designed for maximum productivity, repeatability, and value. It includes features for ease of assembly and consistent alignment. The cradle's adjustable tilting facilitates stack removal and positioning. The automated control system includes multiple safety interlocks and allows for quality control data to be downloaded directly to a network database. The fixture can be integrated with leak testing, strap welding, or tie rod fastening capabilities.

Contact Information: Greenlight Innovation Corporation, Burnaby, B.C. Canada. Phone: +1.604.676.4000, Fax: +1.604.676.4111, Email: [email protected]

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FUEL CELL PRESS Stack Assembly PEM Fuel Cell Assembly Press Automated Fuel Cell Assembly Press Tilting cradle design allows for easy access to stack from all sides Customized compression plates for any stack design or active area Compressive force ranges from 10kN to 160kN Variable stroke length, up to 2000mm Load cell display reads out current force and set points Servo driven ball screw for automated compression of stack Controllable to force or displacement Safety system with E-Stop Plate / MEA alignment features (usually precision chrome shafting) Adjustable axial stack twist, up to ±30° Adjustable press tilt, from v

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Stack Assembly Additional options include: • Linear encoder to monitor exact height of stack Spring loaded containment bars for holding plates against alignment datums Stack lifting fingers (pneumatic cylinders lift stack out of lower alignment plate for easy unloading) Automated data collection Integrated leak test capability Strap forming and welding Hydraulic compression systems available (lower cost) Manual version available Automated Fuel Cell Assembly Press Small Stack Press with Leak Test Manual Fuel Cell Assembly Press The Greenlight PEM fuel cell stack compression fixture is designed...

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Stack Assembly PEM Fuel Cell Assembly Press

Stack Assembly PEM Fuel Cell Assembly Press

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