WE SUPPLY DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY

Vogt-CTE supplies defense technology that works under real-world conditions: in resilient infrastructures, in decentralized deployment scenarios, with a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency.

Our solutions are designed to make tactical operations more efficient, secure, and effective—even under extreme conditions. In doing so, we create solutions that support today’s threat scenarios and deliver real added value both in active field operations and at the interface with civilian applications.

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POWERUP UP1K – 1 KW PORTABLE HYDROGEN FUEL CELL GENERATOR

Ideal as a power or emergency power supply for tactical military defense operations or as part of a smart microgrid with batteries, solar panels, or wind turbines.

Key features

No CO2 emissions – clean and climate-neutral power
Silent and odorless – low noise (45 dB) and odorless
Plug & Play – simple, quick commissioning
Minimal maintenance – very low service requirements
Increased safety – reliable power supply for critical applications

Compact power for your applications. The PowerUP fuel cell stack delivers 1000 W of clean and reliable power in a smaller and lighter housing than competing stacks. It is equipped with a proton exchange membrane (PEM) and is air-cooled for efficient operation. It operates in a wide temperature range from -5 °C to 40 °C and requires minimal maintenance. Ideal for powering UAVs, portable devices, and various industrial applications.

POWERUP - UP1K - TECHNICAL DATA

Parameter	Value

Rated Power

1000 W

Rated Voltage

12 V / 24 V

Current at 24 V

41.7 A

Fuel	Compressed hydrogen (purity > 99.97%)

Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power

65 g/h

Dimensions (L × W × H) / Weight

700 × 222 × 410 mm / 27 kg

Operating Ambient Temperature

–5 °C to +40 °C

Noise Level

45 dB

POWERUP - UP1K - ADVANTAGES AT A GLANCE

Quiet: barely audible, ideal for sensitive environments
Emissions-free: no CO₂, NOx, or particle emissions
High efficiency: 45–60% (depending on model/operation)
Maintenance-free: no moving parts, no oil changes
Compact and mobile: easy to transport
Ready for immediate use: no warm-up times
Safe: CE/ISO certified, no open flames
Sustainable: 100% climate neutral with green hydrogen
Scalable: multiple modules can be combined in parallel

MILITARY & TACTICAL APPLICATION SCENARIOS

Commands, leadership & communication

Emergency power for mobile command posts/commando hubs (communication, situation overview, displays).
Self-sufficient power supply for mobile radio and satellite relays during advances or civilian network failures.
Backup for tactical servers/edge computer nodes for on-site processing support.
Power source for encrypted communication nodes in forward operating bases (FOB).

Operational support & logistics

Emergency power for mobile workshops and repair units during field repairs.
Power source for mobile material and ammunition storage facilities to operate surveillance, air conditioning, or dehumidification systems.
Power supply for mobile checkpoints and transit points (checkpoint IT, scanners, lighting).

Reconnaissance, ISR & Surveillance

Power supply for field SIGINT/SIGCOM equipment (receivers, antenna amplifiers) without noisy generators.
Operation of stationary or mobile high-resolution camera systems (day/night) at observation posts.
Supply of sensor networks (acoustic, seismic, motion detectors) for persistent border/perimeter surveillance.
Power for unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) or charging stations for reconnaissance drones in the field.

Medical and humanitarian military applications

Emergency power in field hospitals/casualty collection points (ventilators, monitors, diagnostics) without exhaust fumes.
Cold chain support for medical supplies (medicines, blood reserves) in advanced areas.
Special operations & police tactics
Power supply for command vehicles/mobile operations centers (SWAT, GSG, special units).
Energy for mobile jammers/DF equipment during authorized operations (only within the legally permitted framework).
Self-sufficient energy for mobile arrest/search laboratory equipment (rapid forensic tests) at the scene.

Border protection, customs, control

Supply of mobile scanner systems at border posts (e.g., X-ray/scan stations)
Power source for temporary checkpoints in the event of border shifts or migration events.
Protection, emergency aid & disaster response
Operation of emergency lighting and warning systems during evacuations or crisis scenarios.
Power for mobile pumps, submersible pumps, and water treatment in the aftermath of combat operations or natural disasters.
Supply of transport chains for humanitarian deliveries (temperature control, communication).

Special technical and protective applications

Operation of EOD/ROV charging stations and support systems without noisy diesel generators.
Power for mobile CBRN detection stations (sensory evaluation in the field).
Supply of camouflage and deception equipment (e.g., camouflaged observation posts with power requirements).
Power source for mobile electronic reconnaissance and visualization platforms (e.g., panoramic cameras, LIDAR scanners).
Support for mobile training units and simulation facilities during training without fixed infrastructure.

Tactical advantages – virtually invisible and inaudible in use

PowerUP systems are specially designed for applications where camouflage, discretion, efficiency, and operational safety are crucial. Their technology offers clear tactical advantages over conventional generators – in particular, extremely low noise levels and minimal heat signature.

Virtually silent operation

Unlike conventional diesel or gasoline generators, fuel cells operate without combustion or moving main components. This means there is no loud engine noise, no roaring, no exhaust fumes – just a barely perceptible, quiet fan noise. This ultra-quiet operation allows for use in sensitive environments, during night operations or in observation missions, without acoustic detection.

Minimal heat radiation

Since the energy is generated electrochemically, only a very small amount of waste heat is produced.
The heat signature of PowerUP systems is many times lower than that of combustion generators. This significantly reduces their detectability by thermal imaging cameras or infrared sensors – a decisive advantage in covert or security-critical operations.

Invisible, clean, efficient
During operation, there is no smoke, soot, or visible exhaust gases—only a minimal amount of water vapor. This means that the systems are also visually inconspicuous and completely emission-free and odorless.

Technological advantage for covert energy supply
Extremely quiet—virtually silent operation for unnoticed operations
Minimal heat signature – barely detectable by IR or thermal imaging systems
No visible emissions – no exhaust gases, no odor, no smoke
High energy efficiency – long operating time with low consumption
Ideal for tactical, military, and security-related applications
PowerUP – energy supply that stays where others stand out.

WE SUPPLY DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY

At Vogt-CTE, we offer our European partners in the security and defense sector access to unique technological innovations. Our solutions are designed to make tactical operations more efficient, safer, and more effective—even under extreme conditions. The systems we represent are highly specialized, field-tested to military standards, and provide a decisive tactical advantage where it counts. We don’t just supply equipment, we deliver operational progress. Together with our partners, we ensure that these innovations end up exactly where they are needed: in the hands of those who are on the front line defending our security and who must be able to rely unconditionally on their technology.