Ionomr Innovations, a company specializing in ion exchange materials, announced the opening of a 1,800-square-meter factory at Hood Park in the metropolitan Boston area. This facility is dedicated to producing PFAS-free (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl) membranes used in industrial technologies such as electrolyzers and fuel cells.
A strategic facility for the market
The new factory offers an annual production capacity of up to 750,000 square meters of membranes, a volume sufficient to support 10 gigawatts of energy production. This capacity addresses the increasing demand in sectors where durability and equipment performance are critical, particularly in hydrogen technologies.
To support this production, the facility is equipped with advanced coating systems, enabling a seamless transition from prototyping to initial production runs. These infrastructures aim to meet industrial partners’ needs within competitive timelines.
Investments and economic impact
The factory is expected to generate more than 40 jobs over three years, including positions in engineering, manufacturing, and quality control. This initiative aligns with an economic trend where industrial players seek to enhance their local capabilities while accessing a pool of skilled talent.
The Boston location also allows the company to be closer to major research and development centers, fostering industrial and academic collaborations.
A performance-oriented development
By integrating laboratories dedicated to quality control and failure analysis, the factory aims to ensure optimal performance of the membranes produced. These facilities also optimize product lifespan and comply with the stringent standards of industrial applications.
The integrated test stations are designed to evaluate membrane efficiency under real conditions, supporting their adoption by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
With this new facility, Boston positions itself as a key hub for industrial players operating in advanced membranes and hydrogen-related technologies.
