HyBOPS
Fuel Cell System Testing Container
The HyBOPS is a fully integrated, containerized test platform designed for hydrogen fuel cell systems and their Balance of Plant (BoP) components. It provides a modular, portable, and safe environment to perform endurance testing, performance validation, and component-level analysis—either on-site or via HORIBA’s dedicated hydrogen testing centers.
Why Choose HyBOPS
Modular & Portable Design – Housed in a robust container equipped for both indoor and outdoor testing.
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Holistic BoP Testing – Evaluates fuel cell stacks alongside auxiliaries like air compressors, heat exchangers, and control units.
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Advanced Safety Systems – Features hydrogen/oxygen detection, inerting, emergency shutdown, and ATEX-compliant extraction for secure operation.
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Expert Support & TaaS – Offers turnkey deployment or Test-as-a-Service (TaaS), backed by expert facilities and compliance with ISO 17025.
Key Advantages of HyBOPS
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Plug-and-Play Container Setup
Easy to transport and configure on-site—designed for rapid integration into testing workflows.
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Comprehensive Fuel Cell Evaluation
Simultaneously tests fuel cell stacks and their associated support systems in a controlled environment.
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Built-In Safety Infrastructure
Ensures operator protection with state-of-the-art gas detection and safety protocols.
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Flexible Testing Service
Supported by expert-driven services, whether at customer locations or within HORIBA’s hydrogen test centers.
Technical Specifications of HyBOPS
- Power range from 30 kW to 400 kW with programmable electronic load capabilities
- Operates across extreme conditions (–35 °C to +45 °C); suitable for indoor/outdoor testing
- Managed by STARS Automation software—enables dynamic cycle simulation and data capture
- Modular trolleys accommodate key BoP components like compressors, heat exchangers, and power electronics
- Certified safety features including gas detection, nitrogen inerting, and emergency systems, aligned with ATEX standards
- Available as on-site turnkey containers or through “Test as a Service” (TaaS) at HORIBA’s Hydrogen Testing Center
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