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Posts by Lucas Forsythe

Hydrogen Cleaning: Ensuring Safety and Reliability in Pressurized Hydrogen Systems

By Lucas Forsythe | 2025-02-12

Hydrogen is an increasingly important and prominent energy carrier, with applications ranging from fuel cells to electrolyzers to industrial processes. Safe handling practices, including cleaning hydrogen systems, are critical for…

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WHA Presents O2 Safety Papers at 2024 ASTM G04 Symposium

By Lucas Forsythe | 2024-10-30

In October 2024, Gwenael Chiffoleau, Nic Linley, and Brent Houser traveled to Prague for the 16th ASTM G04 Symposium on Compatibility and Sensitivity of Materials in Oxygen-Enriched Atmospheres. They shared…

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Oxygen Cleaning Service Team Receives Vendor Award

By Lucas Forsythe | 2024-01-11

WHA’s oxygen cleaning service team recently received recognition from its client, Trace-A-Matic, for excellent service in a major ongoing project. The quarterly award is presented to one of the company’s…

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Dr. Gwenael Chiffoleau Assumes CEO Role at WHA

By Lucas Forsythe | 2023-12-06

We are thrilled to share some exciting news about a significant transition within our organization. After 34 years of dedicated service, and a decade as CEO, Dr. Barry Newton has…

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Case Study: Fire Station Medical Oxygen Cylinder Fire

By Lucas Forsythe | 2023-10-17

A medical oxygen cylinder experienced a catastrophic failure and burnout during a routine fire station equipment check

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WHA Supports Hydrogen Locomotive Development in California

By Lucas Forsythe | 2023-07-24

On July 6, 2023, the California State Transportation Authority announced it will fund Sierra Northern Railway’s (SERA) industry-leading initiative to convert three diesel switching locomotives to hydrogen-powered zero-emission solutions. The…

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