Powering the world’s first fossil-free steel production with PowerKraft technology
Project
SSAB’s project in Sweden represents a major step toward fossil-free steel production, using green hydrogen as a key enabler in replacing traditional carbon-intensive processes. By integrating a high-capacity electrolyzer powered through reliable DC supply from KraftPowercon’s PowerKraft rectifiers, the solution ensures stable and efficient hydrogen production. This approach supports the transition to sustainable steel manufacturing while maintaining the performance and reliability required for large-scale industrial operations.
Challenges
High-capacity green hydrogen production, reliable power solution integration with a 4.5MW alkaline electrolyzer.
Solution
Deployment of PowerKraft rectifiers with 2×6 pulse 459V/5150A capacity.
“Partnering with the KraftPowercon team gives us access to fantastic power system expertise, as well as technology and support for planning, installation, commissioning and servicing our hydrogen installations.”
Results
Successful integration of hydrogen production for fossil-free steel manufacturing.