The Higher Technical College (HTL) Kramsach welcomed around 400 visitors to its open days in January 2026, showcasing its Chemical Engineering programme with a strong focus on hydrogen technologies. Students presented hands-on experiments from the EU project H2CoVE, demonstrating electrolysis, fuel cells and innovative approaches such as methanol production from CO2 and hydrogen. The event highlighted how HTL Kramsach combines solid scientific foundations with practical laboratory experience to prepare students for the future of the chemical industry.
Hydrogen Technology in Focus: Open House at HTL Kramsach
On January 16 and 17, 2026, HTL Kramsach opened its doors to the public, where approximately 400 interested visitors—including local residents and prospective students—took the opportunity to get a first-hand look at the educational specializations offered at the school. During these days, the Chemical Engineering Department dedicated an information booth specifically to the topic of hydrogen, featuring students from the 3rd and 5th-year classes who acted as experts by informing visitors about various production technologies and the importance of hydrogen for a future-oriented hydrogen economy. A particular highlight was the explanation of a reactor for the catalytic production of methanol from carbon dioxide (CO2) and hydrogen (H2).
To ensure a high level of knowledge transfer at the info booth, the event was preceded by intensive practical sessions in the school’s laboratory. As part of the EU project H2CoVE, the school is implementing various focus areas to make the topic of hydrogen technologically tangible, specifically within the "Technological Laboratory" course where various apparatuses for water splitting were evaluated and operated. This included the Hoffman Voltameter, where water was decomposed into its components using platinum electrodes, as well as Alkaline Electrolysis and PEM Electrolysis, both of which were successfully used to produce hydrogen gas. The power supply for these processes was flexible, utilizing both the main grid and an experimental PV module that provided sufficient power to operate the electrolyzers, while fuel cell technology was also demonstrated by coupling the produced hydrogen with a fuel cell to generate electricity, using a voltmeter to simulate an electrical consumer.
The Higher Technical College (HTL) for Chemical Engineering provides a high-level, five-year technical education for students between 14 and 19 years, that bridges the gap between scientific theory and industrial application. Our students gain deep insights into process engineering, analytical chemistry, biotechnology and environmental technology. Through this hands-on education, HTL Kramsach bridges the gap between current technological developments and solid laboratory practice, perfectly preparing students for the demands of the modern chemical industry.
