{"id":16984,"date":"2026-08-27T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zbt.de\/?post_type=event&p=16984"},"modified":"2026-08-27T11:23:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T11:23:27","slug":"9th-symposium-on-plastics-in-fuel-cells-and-electrolysis","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/zbt.de\/en\/events\/9th-symposium-on-plastics-in-fuel-cells-and-electrolysis\/","title":{"rendered":"9th Symposium on Plastics in Fuel Cells and Electrolysis"},"content":{"rendered":"
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9th Symposium on Plastics in Fuel Cells and Electrolysis<\/h1>\n

How can plastics help make fuel cells and electrolysers high-performance, durable, and cost-effective?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

This question is the focus of the 9th Symposium on \u201cPlastics for Fuel Cells and Electrolysis,\u201d which will take place on 25 and 26 November 2026, in Duisburg <\/strong> The event brings together experts from industry and research to discuss current developments, technological challenges, and practical solutions. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Technical Program: Materials, Components, and Technologies<\/h2>\n

To kick things off, participants will take a tour of the ZBT<\/strong> to get a glimpse of the fuel cell laboratories and the plastics technology center. The subsequent lecture series will highlight the diverse applications of plastics<\/strong>. Topics range from catalyst-coated membranes and seals to plastic components in fuel cell systems and the processing of highly filled compounds. <\/p>\n

On the second day of the event, the focus will be specifically on components and materials for water electrolysis<\/strong>. Presentations on compound bipolar plates, the use of plastics in PEM water electrolysis stacks, and high-performance fluoropolymers, elastomers, and compounds will highlight current developments and challenges. The program is rounded out by a session on the certification of components<\/strong> in fuel cells and electrolysers. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Practical Experience, Networking, and Exchange<\/h2>\n

Ralph M\u00fcller of Toyota Germany places a special focus on practical applications in his presentation titled \u201cFull Load, New Energy: Hydrogen in Heavy-Duty Transportation.\u201d<\/strong> The presentation covers technological approaches, current industry collaborations, and prospects for future mass-production applications. <\/p>\n

In addition to the technical presentations, the conference offers numerous opportunities for personal interaction<\/strong> during coffee breaks, networking sessions<\/strong>, and a social evening.<\/p>\n

We look forward to welcoming you in Duisburg on 25 and 26 November 2026! <\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Info<\/h2>\n

9th Symposium on Plastics for Fuel Cells and Electrolysis<\/h4>\n

“Plastics for Fuel Cells and Electrolysis \u2013 Thinking Economically, Advancing Technologically”<\/strong><\/p>\n

Date:<\/strong>
\n25\u201326 November 2026<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong>
\nDuisburg<\/p>\n

Organisers\/Partners:<\/strong>
\nSKZ, ZBT, and other industry partners<\/p>\n

Target audience:<\/strong>
\nProfessionals from industry and research in the fields of plastics, fuel cells, electrolysis, and hydrogen technologies<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Registration<\/h2>\n

The symposium is aimed at specialists and executives from industry and research, as well as anyone involved in plastics, fuel cells, electrolysis, and hydrogen technologies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Contact<\/h3>\n
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