Dynetek Delivers Hydrogen Fuel Storage Solutions to TUG Technologies
 
Dec 23, 2005 - Canada Newswire
 

CALGARY, Dec. 23 /CNW/ - Dynetek Industries Ltd. ("Dynetek"), a leader in developing, producing and marketing lightweight compressed natural gas (CNG) and compressed Hydrogen storage cylinders and complete fuel storage systems, announced today that together with its alliance partner enviroMECH Industries Ltd., it has delivered two 350bar (5000psi) Hydrogen Fuel Storage Systems to TUG Technologies to be used in tow tractors at the Orlando International Airport.

 

This demonstration project utilizes Dynetek's Hydrogen Fuel Storage System solutions by providing Hydrogen to tow tractors powered by a Ford Motor Company internal combustion engine. The Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (H2 ICE) vehicle platform provides the reliability necessary for the adoption of Hydrogen as an alternative vehicle fuel.

 

"We are pleased to be working with TUG Technologies on this project," said Robb Thompson, Dynetek's President and CEO. "This project provides an excellent opportunity to demonstrate how Hydrogen powered vehicles provide a great solution to the environmental pollution problems that currently exist at airports throughout North America."

 

In 2006, in addition to the tow tractors, Dynetek's Hydrogen Fuel Storage System will be showcased on eight V-10, Ford F-450 shuttles operating in the Orlando area, including at the Orlando airport. Dynetek's Hydrogen Fuel Storage Systems provide a lightweight solution, reducing overall vehicle weight, with time efficient installation, while providing extended driving range, efficient fleet operation, and easy system inspection and maintenance.

 

"The support we have received from Dynetek and enviroMECH on this demonstration project helped make the implementation and adoption of this new Hydrogen powered vehicle a very easy transition for our company," said Tom Gable from TUG Technologies. "The introduction of low-emission and zero emission vehicles is an important step in our efforts to improve air quality at the Orlando International Airport."

 

TUG Technologies is a well-recognized industry leader in providing ground support equipment to airports. Funding for this Hydrogen demonstration project has been provided by the State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection in an effort to improve air quality at the Orlando International Airport.

 

Dynetek Industries Ltd. designs, produces and markets one of the lightest and most advanced fuel storage and refueling systems for compressed natural gas, low emission vehicles and compressed hydrogen, zero-emission fuel cell vehicles. Dynetek is recognized around the world for its solutions-of-choice to the alternate fuel vehicle sector, evidenced by strategic relationships with major manufacturers around the globe. Dynetek is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, symbol: DNK.

 

 


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