Company Visit & Case Study at H2O Volt - Think outside the battery
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“KIVI Visit & Case Study at H2O Volt – Think outside the battery”
Company visit H2O Volt, April 24, 2026
H2OVolt develops and produces energy-storage systems based on vanadium redox flow battery technology. The company develops and assembles its systems itself and provides tailored energy-storage solutions for sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and petrochemicals.
Unlike conventional lithium batteries, H2OVolt’s technology stores energy in liquid electrolytes. This design allows the batteries to have a significantly longer lifespan, prevents capacity degradation, and eliminates fire risks. In addition, the systems are modular, scalable, largely recyclable, and do not rely on rare earth metals.
H2OVolt’s mission is to make energy storage more accessible, enabling businesses to store electricity when it is available and use it when needed. This helps increase energy independence and sustainability while reducing pressure on the electricity grid and contributing to a more stable energy system.
Case studies - Think Outside the Battery
During this session, we will explore real-world cases where vanadium redox flow batteries could provide effective solutions. H2OVolt has identified several case studies related to energy storage and electrical installations and is eager to know which specific cases participants would like to explore.
Participants are encouraged to engage with these cases, share their ideas, and collaborate with H2OVolt engineers to explore potential applications. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email allowing you to submit your input to help shape the cases for the session.
Program
13:30 - 14:00 Arrival and registration (ID- check)
14:00 - 14:30 General presentation & introduction case studies by Erik Helmink, CEO H2OVolt
14:30 - 16:30 Break-out sessions:
Group 1 Group 2 Group 3
14:30 - 15:10 Visit facilities Case study Visit MeaMill*
15:10 - 15:50 Case study Visit MeaMill* Visit facilities
15:50 - 16:30 Visit MeaMill* Visit facilities Case study
16:30 - 16:45 Wrap up by Erik Helmink / H2OVolt engineers
16:45 - 17:30 Drinks & networking
Report: “KIVI Visit & Case Study at H2O Volt – Think outside the battery”
Report: “KIVI Visit & Case Study at H2O Volt – Think outside the battery”
On Friday, April 24, 2026, we had the opportunity to visit H2O Volt in Reusel. The group consisted of KIVI members, predominantly electrical engineers, alongside invited guests from the PhD EIRES community and other technical fields. Together we dived into the world of long term energy storage and the specific role of Vanadium Redox Flow Battery (VRFB) technology.
H2OVOLT
During the visit, the team at H2O Volt challenged us to “Think outside the battery”. They are not just a hardware manufacturer, but a full solution provider that develops its own Battery and Energy Management Systems. Unlike traditional lithium ion solutions, these liquid electrolyte systems are non flammable, have an impressive 20 year lifespan, without capacity loss, and are 100% recyclable.
A highlight of the day was the visit to an operational 200kWh/20Kw unit at MeaMill Fijnmetaal. This precision manufacturer struggled with quality deviations of a few microns in their CNC machines, which turned out to be caused by grid instability during peak hours. By installing the VRFB system the machines are now driven by a perfectly stable power supply, making them independent of grid fluctuations.
MeaMill Fijnmetaal
The visit also included an interactive brainstorming session on future applications and business models. We discussed the strategic supply chain of Vanadium and the current challenges of seasonal storage. It was an inspiring day that demonstrated how combining technology with smart grid operations can unlock new energy potentials. We concluded the visit on the roof terrace, where we enjoyed a drink while sharing insights and reflecting on the day’s highlights.
H2OVolt Introduction and brainstorm / case study
A special thanks to Eric Persoon, Koen Huizer and Job Vissers for organizing this special visit and their contributions to the brainstorm session, and of course the team at H2O Volt (Erik Helmink, Hessel Peeters, Jan Megens) and MeaMill Fijnmetaal for being such excellent hosts and for sharing their inspiring story!
