Adaptive Materials, Inc.

03/10/2010

ADAPTIVE MATERIALS AWARDED $4.7M CONTRACT FOR 300-WATT ARMY FUEL CELL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – MARCH 11, 2010 – ANN ARBOR, MICH. --  Adaptive Materials, the leader in developing and manufacturing solid oxide fuel cells, was recently awarded a $4.7 million contract to develop a 300-watt fuel cell system for the Department of Defense.  This contract award also includes three option phases that, if awarded, could include delivery of more than 100 fuel cells, increasing the total value of the contract to $5.6 million.

 

The fuel cell systems that Adaptive Materials will deliver to the U.S. Army will provide a lightweight, portable power and energy resource that soldiers can use to charge battery-powered devices in the field.

 

“Winning the 300-watt contract from the Department of Defense is a huge accomplishment for Adaptive Materials,” said Michelle Crumm, chief business officer.  “Adaptive Materials continues to demonstrate superior value and win fuel cell contracts to provide portable power to our soldiers.  Having to demonstrate the ruggedness, durability and reliability of fuel cells has narrowed down the field of viable manufacturers, and we’re extremely pleased that Adaptive Materials is able to demonstrate, time and again, its leadership.”

 

Adaptive Materials’ fuel cell systems are being designed to serve as a portable battery charger capable of charging up to six batteries simultaneously.  These six batteries can be any combination of lithium ion batteries used by the U.S. Army for its field operations.  The fuel cell systems will also provide a 28-volt output.

 

In keeping with its established product performance in the field, Adaptive Materials will focus on delivering reliable energy output durable in a rugged 300-watt fuel cell with extended service life.  Its fuel cell will also minimize weight and volume, ultimately providing a lightweight and portable power source for soldiers on the move.

 

Prototypes of the 300-watt fuel cell developed by Adaptive Materials will be delivered to the U.S. Army in June. 

 

About Adaptive Materials, Inc.

Based in Ann Arbor, Mich., Adaptive Materials, Inc. is the first company to develop, demonstrate and deliver a portable, affordable, and fuel flexible solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) system.  The company offers 50, 150 and 250-watt fuel cell systems that are powered by globally available and energy dense propane, butane and LPG.  Adaptive Materials’ fuel cell system provides portable power to the United States Armed Forces as well as industries including leisure, remote monitoring, and medical devices.  For more information, visit www.adaptivematerials.com.

 

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 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – MARCH 10, 2010 – ANN ARBOR, MICH. --  Adaptive Materials, the leader in developing and manufacturing solid oxide fuel cells, was recently awarded a $2.9 million contract to develop a 300-watt fuel cell system for the Department of Defense.  This contract award also includes three option phases that, if awarded, could include delivery of more than 100 fuel cells, increasing the total value of the contract to $5 million.

 

The fuel cell systems that Adaptive Materials will deliver to the U.S. Army will provide a lightweight, portable power and energy resource that soldiers can use to charge battery-powered devices in the field.

 

“Winning the 300-watt contract from the Department of Defense is a huge accomplishment for Adaptive Materials,” said Michelle Crumm, chief business officer.  “Adaptive Materials continues to demonstrate superior value and win fuel cell contracts to provide portable power to our soldiers.  Having to demonstrate the ruggedness, durability and reliability of fuel cells has narrowed down the field of viable manufacturers, and we’re extremely pleased that Adaptive Materials is able to demonstrate, time and again, its leadership.”

 

Adaptive Materials’ fuel cell systems are being designed to serve as a portable battery charger capable of charging up to six batteries simultaneously.  These six batteries can be any combination of lithium ion batteries used by the U.S. Army for its field operations.  The fuel cell systems will also provide a 28-volt output.

 

In keeping with its established product performance in the field, Adaptive Materials will focus on delivering reliable energy output durable in a rugged 300-watt fuel cell with extended service life.  Its fuel cell will also minimize weight and volume, ultimately providing a lightweight and portable power source for soldiers on the move.

 

Prototypes of the 300-watt fuel cell developed by Adaptive Materials will be delivered to the U.S. Army in June. 

 

About Adaptive Materials, Inc.

Based in Ann Arbor, Mich., Adaptive Materials, Inc. is the first company to develop, demonstrate and deliver a portable, affordable, and fuel flexible solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) system.  The company offers 50 and 250-watt fuel cell systems that are powered by globally available and energy dense propane, butane and LPG.  Adaptive Materials’ fuel cell system provides portable power to the United States Armed Forces as well as industries including leisure, remote monitoring, and medical devices.  For more information, visit www.adaptivematerials.com.

 

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