HyAxiom's
PureCellⓇ M400 Units
Diversifies Power Sources, Reduces Energy Consumption
WEST
FARGO, N.D., May 15, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Bobcat Company, a global equipment, innovation and
worksite solutions brand, has enhanced two of its North Dakota manufacturing facilities with the
installation of 14 stationary, natural gas-powered fuel cells from
HyAxiom, Inc., a leading global fuel cell and hydrogen solutions
provider. These units will operate in parallel with the commercial
power grid while carving a pathway to decarbonization by producing
clean energy for the facilities' operations.
The three fuel cells at the Bismarck facility and the 11 units at the
Gwinner location are the first
commercial installations of stationary fuel cells in the state. The
recently commissioned fuel cells allow Bobcat to diversify its
energy sources by supplying a majority of the annual power and heat
needs of the Bismarck facility and
about half the needs of the Gwinner facility.
"We are proud to be at the forefront of sustainable energy
solutions with the installation of these new stationary fuel
cells," said Mike Ballweber,
president, Doosan Bobcat North America. "This is just one example
of our commitment to advancing our facilities today for a better
tomorrow."
"HyAxiom's stationary fuel cell solutions provide efficient
combined heat and power that will help Bobcat improve its
operations and continue innovating for the smart job site of the
future," says David Alonso, Chief
Commercial Officer at HyAxiom.
Utilized in a wide range of applications, HyAxiom's
PureCell® M400 is a proprietary phosphoric acid fuel
cell (PAFC) that can use natural gas, hydrogen, LPG or a blend of
fuels to produce rapidly deployable baseload electricity and heat
that are also resilient, sustainable and affordable.
While this is the first installation of fuel cells in
North Dakota, HyAxiom's fuel cells
are in operation nationwide and globally, providing power and heat
for commercial and industrial uses. With load-following
capabilities, they have fast become a resilient source of energy
for micro grid applications, providing the ability to switch
between grid connected and grid independent modes, facilitating the
ease of accessibility to reliable and clean electricity.
In Bismarck, Bobcat is able to
provide power back to the grid as a registered power producer. This
reduces the demand on Bismarck
energy providers and ensures there is enough power on the grid.
Thanks to the useable heat produced by the fuel cells, Bobcat has
also been able to reduce its overall energy use by eliminating two
boilers previously required to produce heat on its paint line.
Reducing environmental impact is an important goal for Bobcat,
to learn more about its environmental and sustainability efforts,
please visit bobcat.com.
To learn more about HyAxiom fuel cells and hydrogen solutions,
visit hyaxiom.com.
The project is owned and operated by DESA Service LLC, a
subsidiary of Doosan Energy Solutions America Inc.
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About Bobcat Company
Since 1958, Bobcat Company has empowered people to accomplish more.
As a leading global manufacturer, Bobcat has a proud legacy of
innovation, delivering smart solutions to customers' toughest
challenges. Backed by the support of a global dealership network,
Bobcat offers an extensive line of worksite solutions, including
loaders, excavators, tractors, utility vehicles, telehandlers,
mowers, turf renovation equipment, light compaction, portable
power, industrial air, forklifts and industrial vehicles,
attachments, implements, parts and services.
With its North American headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota, Bobcat leads the
industry with its innovative offerings designed to transform how
the world works, builds cities and supports communities for a more
sustainable future. The Bobcat brand is owned by Doosan Bobcat,
Inc., a company within Doosan Group.
About HyAxiom, Inc.
HyAxiom, Inc. is a leading global fuel cell and hydrogen solutions
provider enabling reliable, cost-competitive and carbon-free energy
sources for industrial and commercial uses. Building upon decades
of experience in fuel cell development, HyAxiom's mission is to
accelerate a sustainable energy future by delivering a full
spectrum of hydrogen solutions, including fuel cells for both
stationary and mobility applications as well as electrolyzers for
hydrogen production.
As a core technology provider, HyAxiom is a key pillar in the
Doosan Group's hydrogen vision. HyAxiom's flagship product, the
PureCell® M400, is based on proprietary phosphoric acid
fuel cell (PAFC) technology. The world's first and largest
hydrogen-fueled stationary fuel cell power plant (50 MW), which
entered commercial service in 2020 in Korea, is powered by the
PureCell® M400.
©2024 Bobcat Company. All rights reserved.
Media Contacts:
Nadine
Erckenbrack, Bobcat Public Relations Manager
Email: na.newsroom@doosan.com
Mobile: 701-205-9207
Linda M. Colón, HyAxiom Marketing Communications
Manager
Email: linda.colon@doosan.com
Phone: 860-338-8781
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