With the promise of a hydrogen economy continually pushed out by infrastructure debates and funding debacles, it is no wonder that many people are searching for the next best alternative fuel. Of course our system is not 100% hydrogen powered, but we can immediately put a strategy in place now that improves combustion, cleans up tailpipe emissions and reduces the use of foreign oil through fuel savings.

Placing a hydrogen generator and related equipment into a vehicle's power system boosts the horsepower, reduces emissions and ultimately offers fuel savings. Many people have successfully replicated this approach by either building a hydrogen generator with plans they get from various websites or by buying a hydrogen generator kit and install it themselves or have their mechanic install it for them.

While the technology works equally well for both diesel and gasoline, our focus is with heavy-duty diesel engines who are experiencing more pain than smaller, gasoline engines. Our customers are facing emissions compliance requirements that force a decision to sell their trucks (to who?) and buy new ones or install expensive after treatment devices that rob power and cause a fuel penalty by their use. Hydrogen injection is the only technology that we know of that reduces emissions while at the same time increasing fuel economy.

Our system is similar to propane injection kits, except that there is no bottled gas stored on board. All hydrogen gas is produced and immediately consumed through the air intake pre-turbo. Secondly, the only consumable is distilled water which is readily available across the Nation.

Sand Sports Was Skeptical Too! Until They Tried it... and received over 35% increase in MPG. In our opinion, there is no better test than a stranger procuring your hydrogen generator, installing it, testing it for themselves and reporting on amazing miles per gallon achievements... and then writing about it in a National magazine! They tested on a 2003 GMC 3500 4X4 Dually Crew Cab with an automatic transmission on highway without a trailer, on highway with a trailer and on steep mountainous roads without a trailer.

Next Generation Hydrogen Injection System Our hydrogen generator uses electrolysis to break apart water into hydrogen and oxygen molecules to form Brown's gas. Hydrogen can be injected into diesel engines and used as an additive to assist in combustion efficiency which provides a more complete and earlier burn which drives more power on the downward stroke.  This increases horse power and torque, dramatically reduces greenhouse emissions and at the same time increases fuel economy. With our release of the Gas and Diesel Hydrogen Injection, we are able to effectively compete with propane injection which has gained in popularity over the years. Using our hydrogen generator requires distilled water to operate which is widely available and incredibly affordable. A gallon of distilled water for a dollar will last you approximately 3,000 miles. Many hydrogen injection companies are charging up to $15,000 per installation and they produce less than a liter a minute of gas. Our system produces 2 LPM per cell and is scaleable to achieve 0 to 6 LPM, per hydrogen generator. Multiple hydrogen generators can be used to satisfy the needs of very large applications such as diesel power generation. The success or failure of your hydrogen injection system relies heavily on the hydrogen generator itself.  Below is a picture of one of our prototypes which should give you an idea of the durability and the quality construction of our system.  Please keep in mind that the acrylic plates are for demonstration purposes only.  Our hydrogen generator comes with stainless steel end plates with acrylic available upon request. Below: Prototype for the next generation Heavy-Duty Diesel system. Above: This Hydrogen Generator produces 2LPM at 24 Amps A Testimonial From An On-Road User Regarding the Hydrogen Injection System that I purchased from Umpqua Energy. Personally I do believe in the product that I have purchased. The technology is there and I do believe Umpqua Energy is utilizing it. The kit is rather easy to assemble and install. It took me about 2 hours to assemble and another 3 hours to install. I do recommend finding someone that has electrical know how. The only problem that I encountered during the assembly process was to put a couple of flat washers between the reservoirs and the mounting surface. This will keep the tanks from splitting up the mounting flanges. The only problem as far as installation is making sure you have an excellent ground being whether it's off the batteries or the frame. As for the improvement that my 2002 Kenworth, T2000, with a 525 hp Cummins "red top" engine, with a 53 foot dry van trailer is as follows. The increase in mileage is from my IFTA reports. Second quarter report was an average of 5.81 mpg, and 40023 miles traveled. This is before I installed the generator. I did have the motor rebuilt during this quarter. Third quarter report showed an increase to 6.17 mpg, 38877 miles traveled, again this is before I installed the unit. Forth quarter showed another increase to 6.45 mpg and 36939 miles traveled. The unit was installed at the beginning of this quarter. I believe that the increase in mileage and power was due to the hydrogen generator. But there also so many variables like weight of loads and wind, weather and traffic. We all know that wind can sure eat the fuel. As far as my routes, they are the same. I go from Denver to southern California every week. So that means going over the Rocky Mountains 3-4 times a week. The weight on my loads varies from about 20000 to 46000 lbs but even out about the same every quarter. I do drive about 65 mph to 67 mph, which makes a difference and which I drove even before installing the unit. I am also very concerned about tire pressure, it too can make a difference. Any amount of fuel that I can save means more money I can put in my pocket. Another improvement that I have noticed is that my engine idles smoother which means a more complete burn of the fuel. The generator will give you better emmesions. But the testing that I have had done with MHC Kenworth of Denver will only give me a pass or fail report. I do believe the emissions are improved because of the 46000 lbs load that I haul there is very very little if any smoke from the exhaust when the engine is "lugged" such as first starting. The unit is very easy to maintain. I check mine daily and just add distilled water when needed. Just be sure you have heavy rubber gloves when mixing the KOH during the first fill of the reservoir. I also would suggest using 1 container of KOH to 1/2 gallon of distilled water in the glass gallon container you use. It's easier to mix and pour that way. I store my excess KOH in a heavy plastic gas container. The plates in the generator will turn brown hence "Browns Gas". When your amp gauge starts not pulling as many amps it's time to add more KOH. I also carry a couple of gallons of distilled water and a box of baking soda just as a precaution. I am sending pictures of my installation. I am going to mount the system along the frame in the future but trying to install the system will require a different metal box and some changing of the mounting brackets because of the fairings and skirts on my truck. Right now it is mounted on the back of my sleeper. I would recommend this hydrogen generator to everyone no matter the application. The people at Umpqua Energy have been very helpful and a joy to work with. Thanks Heather and Dan and everyone involved. Gregg Cummings Crazyhorse Express Inc. Expected Emissions Reduction Emission Percent Reduction NOx Up to 60% Carbon Monoxide (CO) Up to 100% Hydrocarbons (HC) Up to 100% Particulates (PM) Up to 95% Opacity (Smoke) Up to 70% Hydrogen Generator Safety Xado Prevents and Repairs Hydrogen Embrittlement With Engine Treatment Hydrogen embrittlement occurs when hydrogen interacts with steel under heat and pressure. Hydrogen atoms are smaller than the molecular structure of steel so hydrogen is forced into the steel and methane pockets are created which expand and contract which cause weak points in the steel and it can eventually break down. Many hydrogen generator companies do not address this issues. We use Xado to protect and repair the engine from the damaging effects of hydrogen embrittlement. More Info: Documentation - White Paper - FAQ Buy: Gas - Diesel - Fuel System - Gearbox - 2-Stroke   PWM Controller Prevents Thermal Creep and Blown Fuses PWM Controllers on the market today melt down after a short time of use because they are rated incorrectly for CONTINUOUS USE. We keep the heat generating parts away from the main circuit board. Secondly, we disperse the heat with a simple yet proven method to keep the mosfets cool. Finally, we ventilate the pwm controller so that any radiant heat is evacuated away from the mosfets as soon as possible. We will be releasing our pwm controller soon into the hands of beta testers, sign up now to be considered. More Info Hydrogen Generators For Sale 2.3 LPM Cars and Trucks   -  6.9 LPM Heavy-Duty Diesel Hydrogen Generator Installation Guide These hydrogen generators do not use dangerous electrolytes and run on only 4 Amps Per LPM.  Fill out the form to get a quote today.  We need more dealers and installers, please contact us if interested. Name Email Phone Comments     Copyright 2008 Umpqua Energy, Inc. All Rights Reserved