Ivan Vaiani is in charge of combining Nippon Gases' new combustion technology with 2A's melting furnace. Nippon Gases is a key supplier of cutting-edge oxy-fuel burners that can use up to 100% hydrogen, along with cryogenic liquid oxygen and compressed hydrogen. The company also develops systems to manage the blending of fuel gases and oxidisers, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Ivan leads Nippon Gases' contribution to the project, combining engineering excellence and deep knowledge in hydrogen technology. He works with partners to make sure that hydrogen-based technologies work well in industry.
Ivan has a combination of academic and professional expertise. He has a master's degree in industrial chemistry and is an expert in polymers and metals.
As Combustion and Material Processing Coordinator, Ivan leads Nippon Gases' efforts in marketing, sales and process optimisation in the combustion and heat treatment sectors. He has extensive experience in managing complex technological processes and adapting them to meet the evolving demands of sustainable industrial practices.
Nippon Gases aims to show that hydrogen can replace natural gas in aluminium melting. The project aims to make combustion systems more efficient and reduce emissions. With the help of Nippon Gases, H2AL will create new standards for hydrogen burners and safety protocols. This project will show that hydrogen is a good fuel for industry.
