H₂ cylinders from gas storage specialists, Luxfer Gas Cylinders are now approved to the new global regulation, amplifying the organization’s values of high quality and safety first.

Following a rigorous testing regime, a range of Luxfer’s Type 3 H₂ cylinders and systems has achieved Regulation No 134 (R134), which is an international certification for H₂ cylinder manufacturers.

Luxfer’s H₂ fuel storage systems provide development opportunities for alternative fuel vehicles. Achieving this safety regulation highlights that Luxfer’s high performance cylinders and systems are safe for use in H₂-powered vehicles, across a wide range of applications.

“Within our business, safety is paramount and as hydrogen is such a dynamic sector, being responsive to change and offering high performing, durable hydrogen fuel storage solutions is vital to the industry,” said Alex Millward, Alternative Fuel Technical Manager at Luxfer.

“From 2009 until 2022, hydrogen vehicles operating in Europe have required approval in accordance with Regulation EC79. More recently, EC79 has been replaced by R134. Whilst this regulation was originally for passenger and light duty modes of transport, it has now been revised and is applicable to more heavy-duty vehicles.”

Component manufacturers achieving approval in accordance with R134 is vital in decarbonizing the transport sector and is important in nurturing confidence in H₂ systems among companies who may be looking to invest in greener, more sustainable solutions as part of their carbon reduction strategies.

“Our commitment to the hydrogen transport sector is a demonstration of the innovation embedded within our engineering teams, and our customer-first approach. We consistently seek to maintain the strictest safety regulations for our products, and we’re proud to be able to offer high-performance hydrogen solutions to pioneering organizations driving the adoption of this renewable fuel,” Alex said.

“For the sector at large it’s good news too - harmonizing the regulatory landscape is an important factor for growth in the hydrogen economy.”

Bill Mezher, Luxfer Gas Cylinders’ Composite Technology and Innovation Manager said, “Building on over 20 years of experience providing compressed hydrogen storage solutions, we are happy to expand our product portfolio and offer cylinders approved to the UN ECE R134 regulation. Our cylinders are designed and qualified in multiple jurisdictions, giving our customers flexibility of design and the opportunity to expand their solution offerings across the world.”

Luxfer Gas Cylinders’ most recent H₂ projects include a fleet of zero-emission refuse trucks with Netherlands and Belgium-based sustainable vehicle manufacturer E-Trucks Europe, and the UK’s first mass produced H₂-electric truck, in a historic milestone with partner Tevva Hydrogen Electric Trucks.