GKD – Gebr. Kufferath AG, the German market pioneer for technical mesh solutions, and KnitMesh Technologies, the international UK-based manufacturer of knitted wire mesh solutions, have entered into a strategic partnership. The aim of the cooperation is to combine the strengths of both companies in order to offer innovative and integrated solutions for the future markets of hydrogen (H₂) and mobility. The cooperation will initially focus on Europe and the USA.
The advantages of the partnership can be seen for example in applications that are required in hydrogen production, particularly in alkaline electrolysis. Technical meshes from GKD for electrodes and knitted wire mesh from KnitMesh Technologies as elastic elements can thus be offered as a complete solution. Biploar plates and full electrolyser cell assemblies are also offered by the new partnership.
The cooperation also offers considerable prospects in the mobility sector, which both companies already serve with numerous solutions.
In addition to the technological collaboration, close cooperation in customer support and market development is also planned. The sales staff of both companies will be intensively prepared for the expanded product solutions through specialized training programs.