Markets & Applications
Energy where you need it
The uses of this revolutionary fuel cell are incredibly diverse. They deliver power for almost any purpose that uses between 1 and 25 kW of electric power. At Ceres we are focussed on tailoring this new technology to fit the exact needs of our customers. Target applications include:
Domestic Combined Heat and Power (CHP)
Creating electricity and heat on-site in people's homes and businesses offers substantial efficiency savings when compared with traditional energy supplies. Using existing natural gas, oil and packaged gas distribution networks, millions of customers can benefit from lower energy bills, governments are helped in meeting their CO2 targets, and utilities can capture more value.
Remote Power Supply
Reliable, silent, and low-maintenance sources of power are highly attractive for remote applications where access to the electricity grid is impossible or uneconomic. Fuel cell products will service applications as diverse as telecommunication stations, farming co-operatives and residential dwellings. The fact that they work with a wide variety of fuels also means that you can use packaged fuels instead of needing to install a fixed supply.
Auxiliary Power Units (APU)
Small power units can be used as a secondary source of power for cars, trucks, containers and military applications. By removing the need for the main engine to provide power for the electrical systems it is freed up to deliver better performance and higher efficiency. The quiet operation, reduced cost, lower emissions and extended maintenance periods of the auxiliary power units make them a very attractive option.
Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
Even small fluctuations in power can have disastrous consequences for companies and institutions that depend on electronic equipment. Uninterrupted operation is paramount to financial, healthcare, telecommunications and computing sectors. Fuel cells can provide reliable power independently of the electricity grid ‚ doing away with the need for expensive back-up systems.
The Technology Behind The Power
What makes our fuel cells special is the unique combination of a practical operating temperature (around 550ƒC) and affordable materials. The cells are made from stainless steel components and thin ceramic coatings of CGO. These core elements are perfectly matched when it comes to thermal expansion. They are constructed in such a way as to make them modular for total flexibility using standard sealing technology. And best of all, they can be manufactured affordably and are extremely robust.
In short, Ceres Power fuel cell technology delivers incredibly practical, efficient and responsive power generation solutions.
The Company Behind The Technology
Ceres Power's strength goes well beyond its technology heritage. We have combined world eminent experts in the field of fuel cells and highly talented development teams with solid business know-how and a clear commercial focus. Our aim is to build a successful high growth business offering world-beating power generating solutions tailored to the needs of the customer.