Thermal energy storage
Our phase change materials (PCMs) are a sustainable and cost-effective method to store and recycle heat in energy-intensive industries. With typical total heat capacities up to 230 kJ/kg, our PCMs can store large amounts of thermal energy making it suitable for consumer and industrial scale thermal energy storage (TES) projects. Thermal energy storage using PCMs allows energy to be stored for later use.
Most of our products are derived from natural, renewable sources and are therefore the preferred option over pure paraffin PCMs, which are generally derivatives of non-renewable petrochemicals.
On the other hand, salt hydrates can also be used as PCMs. Whilst they are available in several grades, they may suffer instability over time especially in stationary applications.
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View our phase change materialsWhat is thermal energy storage (TES)?
Thermal energy storage stocks thermal energy by heating or cooling a storage medium so that the stored energy can be used later for heating and cooling applications, such as increasing the thermal capacity of existing heating and cold storage systems.
The main application of TES systems is to improve thermal management in buildings and industrial processes, making them more efficient. Whilst materials with sensible heating properties can be used as a storage medium, by selecting a material with a phase-transition suitable for the operating conditions, latent heat properties of a phase transition can be used to improve the energy storage capacity of the material. As such, by moving through the phase change temperature (typically the melting and crystallisation point) large amounts of energy can be stored.
Extending electric vehicle range
In very cold climatic conditions, the driving range of an electric vehicle (EV) is significantly reduced by a range of up to 50% or more. To limit this reduction in range systems have been designed to provide cabin heating in EVs and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) using a PCM. When the vehicle is connected to charge its traction battery, the system is also “charged” with thermal energy. This thermal energy is then stored in the PCM and is available for cabin heating during driving.
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Phase Change Material 19
PCM 19 is a bio-based organic phase change material that is used in temperature controlled packaging to control the temperature of sensitive goods. It is 100% bio-based and certified USDA...
Phase Change Material 21
Phase change material 21 is a readily biodegradable phase change material used in temperature controlled packaging and thermal energy storage applications.
Phase Change Material 24W
Phase change material 24W is a unique phase change material in the Phase change material brand, whereby it exhibits a wide melting and crystallisation profile, providing an excellent solution in...
Phase Change Material 29
Phase change material 29 is ideal for use in textiles, HVAC and applications requiring above room temperature thermal management. Phase change material 29 has low flammability and is readily...
Phase Change Material 32
Phase change material 32 is suitable for use in HVAC applications to reduce operating costs of new and existing installations. Its low flammability increases safety and it has an excellent...
Phase Change Material 37
Phase change material 37 can be used in heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems to reduce energy consumption through free cooling.
Phase Change Material 47
Phase change material 47 is a specalised PCM available for energy storage, electronics and automotive applications where increasing energy efficiency through heat recovery is required.
Phase Change Material 5
Phase change material 5 is our best selling phase change material for temperature controlled packaging solutions. Its unique thermal profile with sharp melting and crystallisation peaks protects goods...
Phase Change Material 53
Phase change material 53 is a high temperature PCM, used in energy storage applications to manage heat effectively.
Phase Change Material 60
Phase change material 60 is used in battery thermal management and industrial heating systems to increase the thermal potential of heat management systems when capacity is limited.
Phase Change Material 6.5
Phase change material 6.5 is another one of our best selling phase change materials for temperature controlled packaging applications.
Phase Change Material 74
Phase change material 74 has been used in district heating systems for thermal management of HVAC systems, increasing the efficiency and heat storage potential of the system.
Phase Change Material 9.5
Phase change material 9.5 is a PCM on our range that is well used in temperature controlled packaging, where goods are shipped in isothermal containers which can keep the temperature of goods...
Phase change materials
Low, ambient and high temperature solutionsHigh-performing, 100% USDA Certified bio-based phase change materials for storage and release of thermal energy.
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