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Nuvera to Deliver Fuel Cell Power Systems and Hydrogen Refueling Station to H-E-B
BILLERICA, Mass. June 11 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --
Nuvera Fuel Cells announced today the sale of 14 PowerEdge(TM) fuel cell
systems, along with a complete PowerTap(TM) Hydrogen Generator and Hydrogen
Station, to H-E-B in San Antonio, Texas. The fuel cell units will power Class
II forklift trucks used for the company's distribution center operations.
Delivery is scheduled for September, 2009. Partial funding is being provided
by the Department of Energy's hydrogen and fuel cell market transformation
initiative.
The H-E-B partnership comprises a Total Power Solution for material
handling installation which includes fuel cell hybrid PowerEdge systems for
reach trucks and a PowerTap Hydrogen Generator and Hydrogen Station. The
units will be placed in service at the San Antonio Perishables Distribution
Center (PDC), and will enable H-E-B to validate lifecycle cost projections,
productivity gains, and environmental benefits of the Total Power Solution.
"We are very pleased to be working in partnership with Nuvera," said Bobby
Greene, Director of Fleet Maintenance. "H-E-B is committed to being a leader
in the use of clean energy technologies, and we believe that hydrogen and
fuel cells offer tremendous potential in reducing greenhouse gas emissions
while simultaneously improving our productivity."
"This installation displays H-E-B's confidence in fuel cells for
forklifts and its commitment to the environment," commented Roberto Cordaro,
CEO of Nuvera Fuel Cells. "Nuvera is delighted to be working with a company
of this stature, and looks forward to moving ahead with H-E-B as it considers
the adoption of fuel cells throughout its distribution network. We are also
grateful for the support provided by the federal government, which helps to
overcome the higher costs of emerging clean energy technologies in the early
phase of market introduction."
The Total Power Solution for material handling features PowerEdge, a fuel
cell hybrid system that replaces standard lead acid batteries in forklift
trucks, and PowerTap, a hydrogen generator and hydrogen station that provide
cost effective on-site refueling. PowerTap produces hydrogen at a cost of
US$6/kg, based on average national utility rates, including federal incentives
and all capital, operation and maintenance costs.
H-E-B, with sales of more than US$15 billion operates more than 300 stores
in Texas and Mexico. Known for its innovation and community service, H-E-B
celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2005. Recognized for its fresh food,
quality products, convenient services, and a commitment to environmental
responsibility and sustainability, H-E-B strives to provide the best customer
experience at everyday low prices. Based in San Antonio, H-E-B employs more
than 70,000 Partners and serves millions of customers in more than 150
Nuvera Fuel Cells is a global leader in the development of fuel cell
systems and fuel processors for both end users and OEMs. Nuvera provides
clean, safe, and efficient products for industrial vehicles and equipment in
addition to furthering the development of power systems for automotive and
SOURCE: Nuvera Fuel Cells
CONTACT: Dya Campos of H-E-B,
+1-210-938-8075, or
Danielle Andre of Nuvera Fuel Cells,
+1-617-245-7571
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