Demonstrating Industrial-Grade Membrane Performance
ZEFIRA has completed successful pilot validation of its carbon-membrane modules at TU Eindhoven, marking an important milestone in scaling the technology toward industrial deployment. These modules were exposed to realistic operating environments, including high-temperature and mixed-gas conditions similar to those in industrial CO₂ and hydrogen processing systems. The tests confirmed strong membrane durability, high selectivity, and stable permeance values needed for continuous operation.
This validation step verifies that ZEFIRA’s membranes can support multiple industrial applications, including hydrogen purification, CO₂ upgrading, and gas-separation steps required in Power-to-X plants. It also confirms that the membrane structure remains stable under conditions that often degrade conventional polymeric systems.
Strengthening the Path to TRL 7 and Industrial Integration
The TU/e validation is a foundational step in ZEFIRA’s broader technology roadmap, which includes larger-scale demonstrations through European projects such as MEASURED and COUPLED. By proving robust performance in real-process environments, ZEFIRA has established the groundwork for integrating its membranes into full systems — including membrane reactors, CO₂ purification units, and hydrogen recycling loops.
These results reinforce ZEFIRA’s role as a provider of next-generation membrane technologies that support electrified, modular, and circular industrial processes. The pilot data helps accelerate progress toward TRL 7, enabling the company to collaborate with industrial partners seeking practical, deployable solutions for decarbonization.
