Mincatec Energy stands out for its innovative approach in the field of hydrogen storage. With its ambitious project in Belfort, the company plans to build the first European factory specialized in low-pressure hydrogen tanks. By trapping hydrogen molecules in metal powder, Mincatec is revolutionizing the industry by offering an efficient and safe solution. This project, known as “Bartholdi V3”, promises to transform the energy landscape by combining these innovative tanks with photovoltaic installations, thus providing an ecological alternative for heating buildings and powering vehicles.
Mincatec Energy, a dynamic player in the energy transition, aims to revolutionize hydrogen storage with its factory project in Belfort. This project, titled “Bartholdi V3,” intends to create a pilot production line for hydrogen tanks, using a low-pressure metallic hydride solution. Designed to store up to 1kg of hydrogen, these tanks maintain a thermodynamic balance at 20°C with a residual pressure of 10 bar. Mincatec is also committed to eco-friendly initiatives, such as hydrogen production through waste valorization and integrating this storage into buildings heated by hydrogen and photovoltaic installations. Funded under the national program “First Factory,” Mincatec aims to drive innovation in Europe and is preparing for a new industrial era.
Located in the heart of the Nord Franche-Comté region, Mincatec Energy is preparing to revolutionize the renewable energy sector with its factory project in Belfort. Its initiative relies on cutting-edge hydrogen storage technology, utilizing metal hydrides. This approach allows for the storage of hydrogen molecules in a solid and low-pressure form, thereby promoting increased safety and better energy efficiency. The future factory is fully aligned with the national program “First Factory,” aimed at energizing the industry through technological innovation. This facility promises to transform the way we perceive clean energy. For more information, please visit the article from l’Est Républicain.
Technology and innovation at the heart of the project
The “Bartholdi V3” project of Mincatec Energy aims to create a pilot line for the production of innovative hydrogen tanks. These tanks are designed to hold up to 1 kg of hydrogen, with a thermodynamic balance achieved at 20°C and a residual pressure of only 10 bar. This solution ensures high energy density while minimizing the risks of leaks and explosions. One of the goals is also to combine these tanks with photovoltaic installations to heat buildings in Belfort, thus demonstrating their versatility and efficiency in industrial and residential applications. For more details, please visit the official Mincatec Energy website.
Mincatec Energy and the challenges of renewable hydrogen
Engaged in the European project for the first waste valorization factory, Mincatec Energy is working to produce renewable hydrogen from industrial waste. This approach not only reduces waste but also promotes the production of clean and sustainable energy. By integrating solid storage tanks into vehicles and buildings, Mincatec Energy offers concrete solutions to the challenges of the energy transition. Additionally, the company was recently selected among the winners of the 6th round of the “First Factory” project call by France 2030, highlighting its strategic importance for the future of energy in France. For more information, please check the full list of winners here.
