BQCIS

Assuring Safety and Performance for the Hydrogen Economy

Hydrogen plays a central role in global decarbonization—powering transport, energy storage, and industrial processes. Yet its small molecular size, flammability, and tendency to cause metal embrittlement demand rigorous safety and quality verification.

BQCIS Hydrogen & Fuel Cells testing ensures complete conformity with ISO 14687 and SAE J2719 standards. We conduct ultra-trace purity analysis, leakage detection, and materials compatibility assessments to guarantee the safe, efficient, and reliable deployment of hydrogen systems across production, storage, and distribution networks.

Our specialized laboratories use high-sensitivity gas chromatography and mass spectrometry to identify contaminants that can degrade fuel cells, ensuring product integrity and operational excellence throughout the hydrogen value chain.

Key Hydrogen Testing Activities

Hydrogen Purity Analysis & Contaminant Screening

Our accredited labs verify hydrogen purity to ISO 14687 and SAE J2719 standards. Using gas chromatography and spectroscopy, we detect impurities such as CO, CO₂, H₂O, and sulfur compounds at parts-per-billion levels. This prevents catalyst poisoning and ensures consistent fuel cell performance in mobility and industrial applications.

Leakage Testing & Materials Compatibility

We perform helium and hydrogen leakage testing on high-pressure systems, valves, and pipelines using mass spectrometry. Our materials compatibility evaluations identify hydrogen embrittlement risk in metals and composites, verifying structural integrity across storage and distribution networks.

Key Benefits of Hydrogen Verification

Safety

Enhanced Safety

Leak and embrittlement tests prevent catastrophic failures in high-pressure hydrogen systems, ensuring safe operation.

Quality

Fuel Cell Protection

Purity verification safeguards fuel cell catalysts from poisoning, maintaining long-term performance and reliability.

Compliance

Global Compliance

Certified testing to ISO 14687 and SAE J2719 ensures regulatory acceptance in international hydrogen markets.

Performance

Optimized System Performance

Comprehensive verification across the hydrogen chain ensures maximum efficiency from production to utilization.

Success Story

Purity Testing Secures Certification for Green Hydrogen Producer

The Challenge:

A green hydrogen startup needed independent certification to verify compliance with ISO 14687 purity standards for fuel cell-grade hydrogen before securing automotive OEM contracts.

Our Solution:

BQCIS developed a multi-stage analytical protocol using gas chromatography with thermal conductivity and flame ionization detectors. Ultra-trace quantification confirmed impurity levels within limits for CO, CO₂, and moisture.

The Result:

The BQCIS verification report enabled the company to obtain full ISO 14687 compliance certification, unlocking commercial distribution and establishing its position as a trusted supplier in the hydrogen mobility sector.

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