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Hydrogen application

8 qualified series

Control solutions for the hydrogen sector.

IMF is a trusted partner to the hydrogen industry, providing advanced fluid control solutions for the specific challenges of this fast-moving sector.

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Hydrogen refuelling station

IMF is a member of

France Hydrogène
Hydrogen gas
control experience
60 years
Hydrogen-qualified
series
8 series
Maximum
pressure
1 000 bar
Helium
leak tightness
10⁻³ → 10⁻⁴ mbar·l/s

Solutions

The entire hydrogen value chain,
from production to use.

IMF is a French manufacturer of industrial high-pressure regulators, valves and safety relief valves. We support customers from production through end use, from electrolysis to the hydrogen dispenser, with standard and custom solutions for each stage.

From production to use: plant and renewable energy, electrolysis, tanker transport, refuelling station, vehicle and storage

  • 01 / Production

    H₂ production

    Control and safety for hydrogen production units, including steam methane reforming (SMR), PEM or alkaline electrolysers, capture and purification.

    • Electrolyser outlet (15–35 bar)
    • Conditioning after purification
    • PED Category IV safety relief valves

    Series: D979D166D162S153

  • 02 / Distribution

    H₂ distribution

    Compression, storage and distribution at every pressure level, including cylinder racks, trailers, storage cascades, pipelines and filling stations.

    • 350 / 700 / 1,000 bar cascades
    • Pressure reduction at refuelling stations
    • Helium leak tightness of 10⁻⁴ mbar·l/s

    Series: D973D268D261D249

  • 03 / Mobility

    H₂ mobility

    Onboard and custom solutions for hydrogen mobility, including high-performance cars, ships, mining vehicles, trucks and trains. Designed to balance weight, performance and safety.

    • 700 bar onboard regulators
    • Lightweight versions (special alloys)
    • TPED compliance and mobility certifications

    Series: D973D979Custom solutions

What we offer

Three levels
of support.

Every hydrogen project has its own pressure, certification, space and integration requirements. We offer three options, from a readily available catalogue product to a custom design.

  • Standard

    Our catalogue of more than 80 series covers most industrial H₂ requirements. Fast availability, comprehensive data sheets and traceability.

  • Bespoke

    We adapt a catalogue product to your system by changing connections, adjustment ranges or materials, or by supplying a skid with instrumentation.

  • Custom design

    A complete design to your specification. Our engineers handle calculations, prototyping, qualification and preparation for series production.

Qualified products

Series qualified
for hydrogen.

Selected IMF series for hydrogen service, with H₂-compatible materials, enhanced helium leak tightness, qualification tests and PED compliance.

Why IMF

Five reasons
to choose us.

  1. Reliability

    More than 60 years of experience, proven technologies and a presence in the hydrogen sector since its industrial beginnings.

  2. Innovation

    Designs and technologies optimised for hydrogen, including the D973 for 1,000 bar, high-pressure dome-loaded regulators and qualification tests.

  3. Custom solutions

    Solutions tailored to your requirements for straightforward integration into your processes and installations.

  4. Quality

    Compliance with international standards for safety, reliability and performance, including ISO 9001, PED and TPED.

  5. Sustainability

    We support the hydrogen economy and a more sustainable future. Manufactured in Andilly, France, since 1963.

Technical FAQ

Frequently asked questions
about H₂ regulation.

Common questions from integrators, engineering teams and operators. Contact us for more information. An engineer will take up your request within 24 hours.

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What is the minimum leak-tightness requirement for a hydrogen pressure regulator?

For hydrogen we target internal leakage of 10⁻³ mbar·l/s and external leakage of 10⁻⁴ mbar·l/s, measured using helium on every component. The leak test report can accompany the order with the serial number.

How do you choose between a spring-loaded and a dome-loaded hydrogen pressure regulator?

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Which materials resist hydrogen embrittlement?

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Does a hydrogen pressure regulator require an upstream filter?

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What does the “OD SFX” suffix on the D973 mean?

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What are the lead times for standard and custom hydrogen pressure regulators?

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Certifications

Quality & certification

  • ISO 9001:2015

    Quality management

  • DESP 2014/68/UE

    Pressure equipment

  • T-PED

    Transportable pressure equipment

  • ISO 19443

    Nuclear quality management

  • ATEX 2014/34/UE

    Explosive atmospheres