The factsheet “Filling and emptying of type IV containers with hydrogen (IGV-MB-01H2-Rev0, status: 18.06.2025)” was developed by the Industriegaseverband e.V. (IGV) in cooperation with Wenger Engineering GmbH.
It provides comprehensive information and practical recommendations for the safe handling of hydrogen in composite high-pressure storage systems (CHSS). The factsheet covers a broad spectrum, from the basic properties of hydrogen and type IV containers to physical effects and thermodynamic relationships through to detailed explanations of filling and emptying processes.
It contains important information on pressure and temperature conditions, heat transfer and temperature measurement, as well as practical recommendations for avoiding critical temperatures and safe handling.
The CEP provides this factsheet as reference knowledge to make the latest findings and recommendations for action available to all interested parties, especially specialists in the field of hydrogen technology and safety. The document helps to ensure the safe and efficient operation of hydrogen systems and to minimize potential risks.
Imprint “Filling and emptying of type IV containers with hydrogen (IGV-MB-01H2-Rev0)”: Industriegaseverband e.V. (IGV) Mainzer Landstraße 55 60329 Frankfurt am Main Germany
In cooperation with: Wenger Engineering GmbH Einsteinstraße 55 89077 Ulm Germany T: +49 731 790 605-0
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