Charbone Corporation (TSXV: CH; OTCQB: CHHYF; FSE: K47), a vertically integrated industrial gases company, announced updates on its Phase 1B construction at the Sorel-Tracy facility in Quebec and the installation of metrology equipment for batch purity testing of clean ultra-high purity (UHP) hydrogen. The company aims to have the upgraded production capacity operational during the upcoming fall.
Heavy civil construction equipment has arrived on-site, and the general contractor and subcontractor teams have commenced work. Surveyors have completed site markings for production areas and the operation and maintenance building, preparing for the arrival of production equipment in the coming weeks. This marks the official start of Phase 1B construction, which includes readying technological infrastructure and foundational structures for subsequent equipment assembly.
A cutting-edge gas chromatography system has been deployed by a world-renowned firm specializing in life sciences, diagnostics, and applied markets. This system, designed for high-purity hydrogen analysis, identifies traces of impurities and ensures compliance with purity standards. It will enable Charbone to meet stringent purity benchmarks, enhancing sales to customers requiring effective testing solutions.
“Our upgraded operations in Sorel-Tracy, Quebec, represent another cornerstone of our strategic growth and commitment toward shareholders and customers to a world-class unique plant,” said Dave Gagnon, Chairman & CEO of Charbone. “We are proud to be a leader in high-purity gases, fostering innovation and creating opportunities as we expand sustainable practices.”
Charbone is advancing a network of clean UHP hydrogen production facilities across North America and selected international markets, employing a modular, decentralized, and demand-driven approach. This model supports scalable growth, enhances operational flexibility, and enables stable revenue generation. The company serves customers in semiconductors, AI and data centers, advanced pharmaceuticals, and aerospace and defense technologies.
For more information, visit www.charbone.com.
