Avanti integrates two key components of a fuel cell system - the fuel processor and a PEM fuel cell stack - into a single product, which allows this power system to use natural gas or propane as the primary fuel source and generate clean, efficient energy. Because we have extensive knowledge of each major subsystem, our staff developed an optimized distributed control system. This control system, which is based on the automotive-standard CAN bus architecture, is modular and flexible so it can be used in future products that require more sophisticated control algorithms and techniques. All of these components were extensively tested in real-world applications in installations around the world.

Today, Nuvera has successfully developed its third-generation Avanti system, which offers significantly higher efficiencies, improved reliability, and lower costs than previous generations. The CHP system is appropriately sized for small commercial customers who have a steady, consistent demand for thermal and electrical energy. Target applications Nuvera is currently pursuing include hospitals, hotels, dormitories, restaurants, and swimming pools.

At the current time, we have placed multiple Avanti units in customer hands as part of our Alpha testing as related to the Nuvera Product Development Process. Customers and sites were chosen based on where the units will be operating, and under what conditions.

As some of the Alpha units are being tested in public demonstrations in the U.S. and Asia, contact Nuvera today to be added to our mailing list to keep updated on the fleet experience.

Beta testing and pre-commercialization of the Avanti fuel cell power system is expected to begin by 2008.