Intelligent Energy and TCP are joining forces to introduce a new zero emission hydrogen fuel cell power product at UK Construction Week (UKCW).

The ECO GH2, aimed specifically at the construction industry, will be unveiled at the trade show, taking place from 09-11 October at the NEC in Birmingham.

The new technology will be used by UKCW within the Energy 2018 section to provide silent, zero emission power to the Renewable Energy Theatre and to demonstrate live to delegates the capabilities of the product.

ECO GH2 is the first product announced from the strategic partnership between Intelligent Energy and TCP. The companies aim to integrate, test and evaluate new products for the industry.

The ECO GH2 unit, fuelled by hydrogen, uses an Intelligent Energy 801 Fuel Cell Module (FCM) to produce a DC generator, which is capable of a maximum output of 1kW. The ECO GH2 can be used with DC power loads or with a TCP inverter power pack to produce an off-grid generator unit up to 5kW for power tools, accessories and welfare units.

The construction industry has come under increasing pressure in recent years to look at ways to reduce its carbon footprint, environmental and neighbourhood noise and risk of oil or diesel spillages. Products like the ECO GH2 will help achieve this.  


Powered by Intelligent Energy's Air Cooled fuel cells, the ECO GH2 is zero emission at point of delivery and has near silent operation, an advantage for night-time work and for operating in urban areas, particularly where noisy diesel generators disturb residents and businesses. The product is lightweight, easy to carry and operate, can be used in enclosed ventilated spaces and there are no liquid fuels.

Intelligent Energy's FCMs provide a compact and robust design, lower life-cycle cost than standby diesel generators, and minimal service requirements (simple air filter replacement).

Alistair Ball, Interim CEO at Intelligent Energy, said: "Change is taking place in the construction industry as a growing number of businesses understand the need to transition to a cleaner way of working. Our fuel cell products could have a marked impact for the construction industry in addressing issues around ambient noise, air quality and climate change. Our FCMs have been developed to be a viable, more responsible alternative to diesel generators and can be deployed to deliver power for a wide range of applications working in both urban and non-urban areas. The organisers of UKCW have seen the value in using fuel cells by selecting them to provide the power to their REA Theatre. This is a great opportunity for us to showcase the benefits of the technology. We will also be powering the monitor on the Intelligent Energy stand with the ECO GH2 so I urge visitors to drop by to talk to the team about how fuel cells could work for them."

Andrew Barker, Managing Director at Taylor Construction Plant, added: "By integrating Intelligent Energy's 801 Fuel Cell Module with our product design we have produced a fully functional DC generator which can be used for multiple applications. The unit is also a vital component to our new LGP inverter power pack, together they provide an output of 5KW and are an invaluable resource for the construction industry in its bid to achieve zero emissions."

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