On-site electrolytic fluorine generator as an alternative to cylinder supply.

From approximately 750 kg of F₂ per year, on-site electrolytic fluorine generator becomes operationally and economically relevant. It eliminates cylinder logistics, reduces regulatory exposure, and provides direct control over production input.

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The threshold where on-site generation makes sense.

At 750 kg/year, cylinder supply represents approximately 30 bundle deliveries per year. F₂ storage at this scale triggers ICPE classification obligations in France, with requirements that increase with the quantities present on site. Delivery frequency becomes a logistical constraint. A regulatory review — covering both F₂ and HF, which carries its own classification requirements — is a standard component of our Phase 1 assessment.

Key drivers for the transition:

  • Annual F₂ consumption above approximately 750 kg
  • F₂ storage triggering ICPE classification obligations — thresholds depend on quantities present on site and the overall hazardous substances inventory of the installation
  • HF supply infrastructure required for the electrolyzer, which carries its own regulatory obligations and must be assessed as part of the project
  • Cylinder delivery frequency becoming a supply chain risk
  • Strategic objective to control production inputs independently
Fluorine generator

An electrolyzer fluorine generator is a system, not a standalone unit.

An industrial F₂ electrolyzer operates with a potassium bifluoride (KF·HF) electrolyte at elevated temperature and requires high DC power. Successful integration requires:

  • A reliable anhydrous HF supply infrastructure
  • A dedicated DC power system: rectifier and adequate electrical capacity
  • Purpose-designed safety and abatement systems
  • Trained operators familiar with electrochemical processes and fluorine handling

The transition from cylinder supply to on-site generation is a project involving infrastructure changes, regulatory updates, and a commissioning process that cannot be compressed. A structured assessment phase is therefore a prerequisite to equipment specification.

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A defined path from first contact to first F₂.

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    Phase 1 — Assessment and Feasibility

    Priced according to project status
    • Fluorine generator production requirements: flow rate, purity, duty cycle
    • HF supply and infrastructure assessment
    • Electrical capacity review
    • Safety systems and ATEX classification audit
    • Regulatory framework analysis
    • Deliverable: assessment report and defined project scope

    This phase begins with our qualification questionnaire, sent to all prospective customers as a structured starting point.

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    Phase 2 — Pre-FEED

    Scope defined on project basis
    • Electrolyzer sizing and configuration
    • HF and electrolyte management system design
    • DC power supply specification
    • Cooling system definition
    • Preliminary control and safety architecture
    • Site integration: footprint, utilities, process interfaces
    • CAPEX estimation and project execution roadmap
    • Deliverable: defined technical solution and budgetary proposal
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    Phase 3 — FEED

    Scoped after Pre-FEED acceptance
    • Detailed P&IDs and electrical schematics
    • Instrumentation and control design
    • HAZOP input
    • Procurement specifications
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    Phase 4 — Execution

    Scoped after FEED
    • Equipment supply
    • Installation support and commissioning
    • Operator training: electrolyzer operation, F₂ and HF handling
    • Safety documentation
    • Post-commissioning support and maintenance

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