FOCUS ON STAMPING
AN EYE ON INNOVATION
On its‘ Bipolar Plate Day 2025’, AIDA Europe showcased its advanced bipolar plate forming technologies for fuel cell and hydrogen applications.
“ Specialists shared in-depth insights into materials development, tooling concepts, lubrication strategies and advanced forming processes.”
Stamping specialist, AIDA, successfully hosted its Bipolar Plate Day 2025 on 4 December 2025 at its European headquarters in Pavone del Mella( Italy). It welcomed 60 participants from 27 companies for a full day dedicated to advanced bipolar plate-forming technologies for fuel cell and hydrogen applications. Fuel cells are an alternative to batteries because of their capability to store more energy per mass unit and for the faster recharge cycle.
AIDA Europe aims to be a key technology partner for manufacturers addressing the challenges of next-generation energy systems.
“ This initiative provided a high-level platform for technical exchange, collaboration and knowledge sharing, focusing on the increasingly critical role of precision metalforming in enabling scalable and reliable hydrogen and fuel cell solutions. Bipolar plates represent one of the most demanding components in fuel cells and electrolyzers requiring accuracy, tight tolerances, excellent repeatability and long-term process stability— requirements that place exceptional demands on forming equipment and tooling,” AIDA Europe told ISMR.
A packed programme
Throughout the morning technical sessions, AIDA Europe hosted a strong network of industry leaders, research institutions and technology specialists. Specialists from Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT; Automatic-Systeme Dreher GmbH; Aperam; Borit NV; Precision Resource; MOLDINO and LABAMIE shared in-depth insights into materials development, tooling concepts, lubrication strategies and advanced forming processes. Their contributions enriched the discussions and offered
Bipolar plate characteristics
■ Stainless steel / titanium, with coating.
■ Extremely thin gauge(~ 75μm).
■ High planarity required.
■ Grooves depth / shape accuracy.
■ Precise trimming of edges and hole / slot shape.
■ Burr-free result.
participants a comprehensive view of current trends and future directions in bipolar plate manufacturing.
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