WSU Hydrogen Properties for Energy Research (HYPER) Laboratory

Washington State University’s (WSU) cutting-edge cryogenic Hydrogen Properties for Energy Research (HYPER) laboratory is dedicated to advancing hydrogen liquefaction and storage technologies and supports groundbreaking research and innovation in clean energy. Coffman provided the following design services:

• Vent Stack System Design: Engineering of a vent stack system designed to API 521, CGA G-5.5, and NFPA 2 specifications, sized to vent liquid hydrogen (LH2) and gaseous hydrogen (GH2) from liquefaction experiments and gaseous storage
• Chiller System Installation: Implemented a chiller system to provide essential cooling for hydrogen liquefaction experiments
• Laboratory HVAC Upgrades: Upgraded the laboratory’s HVAC system for proper ventilation for experiments and the building interior, meeting NFPA 2, NFPA 55, and IBC requirements

Coffman also delivered a rough order of magnitude (ROM) cost estimate for the design of a cryogenic hydrogen training and refueling facility located on WSU’s campus. The facility consists of multiple LH2 refueling stations with a storage capacity exceeding 4000 Kg of LH2 stored on site. The refueling station supports refueling forklifts, cars, small trucks, and other fleet vehicles, enabling student research and hands-on training in hydrogen fueling operations.