James Cropper, the Advanced Materials and Paper & Packaging group, announces that it has entered a strategic collaboration with global industrial technology leader HOERBIGER, to deliver Ready2Stack™; a fully integrated bipolar plate (BPP) solution for proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzers used in the production of hydrogen.

The solution addresses key barriers to the scale-up of hydrogen production by consolidating all design and manufacturing processes in the production of BPPs – a critical component within PEM electrolyzers – into a single point of supply.  This reduces complexity, improves quality, and reduces the overall cost of hydrogen production.

Combining James Cropper’s advanced electrochemistry and coating expertise and HOERBIGER’s industrial-scale manufacturing, metal forming and automation capabilities, Ready2Stack delivers reduced production downtime and enhances long-term reliability, making green hydrogen more accessible and commercially viable.  It offers a differentiated solution for OEMs seeking to simplify supply chains, optimize their offering, and accelerate green hydrogen ambitions.

“We are delighted to partner with HOERBIGER in this strategic collaboration, which brings together complementary expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a shared vision for a sustainable future. Ready2Stack could be pivotal in the race to net zero, addressing key challenges in the hydrogen industry and the broader energy transition.

By combining advanced metallurgy, electrochemistry, and precision engineering, we are driving efficiency, reducing costs, and enabling the rapid scaling of PEM electrolyzer production accelerating the shift to a cleaner, more sustainable energy landscape.”