Hydrogenics to Develop Fuel Cell Powered Forklifts

Hydrogenics Corp., a designer and manufacturer of hydrogen and fuel cell technology, was approved by Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) to lead a consortium of technology and end-user partners to develop, demonstrate and pre-commercialize fuel cell-powered forklifts. This will involve outfitting two Class-1 forklifts with fuel cell propulsion systems and metal hydride hydrogen storage systems, as well as developing refueling capabilities, gathering market research and demonstrating the newly outfitted forklifts to industrial end users.

The project aims to demonstrate a number of value propositions for this potentially early-adopting market. The consortium members include Deere & Company, FedEx Canada, General Motors of Canada, HERA Hydrogen Storage Systems, NACCO Materials Handling Group and the city of Toronto. (SDTC is an independent agency that administers Canadian Government funding for climate change solutions.) For additional information, visit www.hydrogenics.com.