Millennium Reign Energy LLC

What Millennium Reign Energy LLC does

Millennium Reign Energy LLC (MRE) is a privately held, Dayton, Ohio-based manufacturer founded in 2008 that designs and builds alkaline water electrolysis hydrogen generators and all-in-one Scalable Hydrogen Fueling Appliances (SHFA). The company's core product line, the AutoARK® electrolyzer series, is offered in 11, 27, 55, 114, 330 TT, and 342 TT cell configurations producing between roughly 5 scfh and 200 scfh (up to 12 kg/day), and stacks into the SHFA Model 100, 200, and 300 fueling stations that integrate hydrogen production, palladium-based purification, desiccant drying, compression, storage, and J2600-certified dispensing at 35 MPa in CSA-certified enclosures. Underlying technology is protected by US Patent 8,465,629 B2 (issued June 18, 2013), with PCT coverage in the US, Canada, and EU and a portfolio of 9 hydrogen-related patents credited to founders Chris McWhinney (CEO) and Dave Erbaugh (CTO).

The company sells primarily through direct enterprise field sales with quote-based pricing to four core customer segments — residential homeowners, commercial and industrial businesses (including fuel cell forklift fleets), universities and research institutions, and government/defense agencies — supplemented by an AutoARK Ed educational kit and channel partnerships. Documented installations span the Ohio State University Center for Automotive Research, the US Naval Research Laboratory, Hawaii Center for Advanced Transportation Technology (HCATT at Hickam AFB), Blue Planet Research (Hawaii), Stone Edge Farms (Sonoma), General Motors fuel cell demonstrations, TIG Modern Street Railways (Dubai Burj Khalifa), and Tajima Motor Corp (Fukushima, Japan).

MRE's revenue model combines one-time hardware sales across the AutoARK and SHFA product lines with planned recurring hydrogen gas sales and franchise fees from a proposed MRE Center network, supported by a wholly-owned subsidiary Emerald H2 pursuing utility-scale Mega 10 and Mega 30 electrolyzer systems. The company's public economic disclosures are limited — Boundless Analysis reports cumulative revenue of $1.9 million from inception through 2019 with $700K YTD in 2019, headcount is 1–10 employees, and no institutional venture capital rounds are disclosed; Glockner Enterprises is identified as the largest single investor with its CFO Jim Donnally serving as MRE's interim CFO. Forward growth is anchored by the trademarked Transcontinental Hydrogen Highway plan along US I-70 targeting 27 fueling stations by 2026 and 500+ by 2030, plus 20-year projections of $30 billion in equipment sales and $6.1 billion in annual recurring revenue that materially exceed current operating scale.

Name

Millennium Reign Energy LLC

Legal name

Millennium Reign Energy LLC

Website

https://residentialhydrogenpower.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Millennium Reign Energy LLC is a privately held Dayton, Ohio-based manufacturer founded in 2008 that designs and builds alkaline water electrolyzers (AutoARK series) and all-in-one Scalable Hydrogen Fueling Appliances (SHFA) for residential, commercial, university, and government/defense customers. The company pursues a Transcontinental Hydrogen Highway along US I-70 with 27 stations targeted by 2026 and 500+ by 2030.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hydrogen Generation and Fueling Equipment

akta.pro primary industry

Hydrogen Energy Storage & Power-to-X Equipment (electrolyzers, storage, fuel cell systems) (IMAGAHAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hydrogen (Industrial & Mobility) (IMAEACAB), Hydrogen CHP (Fuel Cell & H2-Ready Turbines) (EUACAKAF), Hydrogen & Derivative Fuels for Industry (H₂, Ammonia, Methanol) (EUABAJAC)

Keywords

• Hydrogen generator manufacturing
• Alkaline electrolyzer systems
• Hydrogen fueling stations
• Hydrogen infrastructure equipment
• Renewable hydrogen production

Headquarters

HQ city

Dayton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hydrogen Generator Sales: Sale of AutoARK hydrogen generators and SHFA (Scalable Hydrogen Fueling Appliances) to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Products range from small residential units to large commercial fueling stations.
2. Hydrogen Gas Sales: Recurring revenue from hydrogen gas sales at MRE fueling stations. Projected $6.1 billion in annual recurring revenue from hydrogen gas sales as part of Transcontinental Hydrogen Highway plan.
3. MRE Center Franchises: Planned franchise model for MRE Centers that sell hydrogen, facilitate sales of equipment, and provide co-generation services. Revenue from area reservation fees per territory and per unit equipment pricing.
4. Professional Services: Installation, maintenance, and technical support services for hydrogen systems. Custom engineering solutions for specific customer requirements.
5. Educational Products: Sale of AutoARK Ed educational kits to schools and universities for teaching hydrogen production concepts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Millennium Reign Energy designs, manufactures, and distributes alkaline water electrolyzers (AutoARK series in 11, 27, 55, 114, 330 TT, and 342 TT cell configurations) and Scalable Hydrogen Fueling Appliances (SHFA Models 100, 200, 300) that integrate hydrogen production, purification, compression, storage, and dispensing in single packaged units. The company targets residential, commercial, industrial, government, defense, and educational customers with on-site hydrogen generation systems capable of running on grid, solar, or wind power.

Product overview

Millennium Reign Energy LLC (MRE) is a manufacturer of hydrogen generation and fueling infrastructure equipment. The product portfolio centers on the AutoARK® line of alkaline water electrolyzers (available in 11, 27, 55, 114, 330 TT, and 342 TT cell configurations) that produce hydrogen from water via electrolysis. These stack into the SHFA (Scalable Hydrogen Fueling Appliance) series - complete turnkey systems (Models 100, 200, and 300) that add purification, compression, storage, and dispensing capabilities. The Earth Station™ represents the complete nano grid platform combining AutoARK® generation with storage, batteries, and fuel cells for individual energy independence. The company also offers the AutoARK® Ed educational unit and is developing Mega-class electrolyzers (Mega 10, Mega 30) for utility-scale production. All products use proprietary alkaline electrolysis technology (Patent #US8,465,629) and are certified to CSA Group standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AutoARK: Fully automated hydrogen generator product line for residential, commercial, and industrial applications using alkaline water electrolysis
• SHFA (Scalable Hydrogen Fueling Appliance)
• Transcontinental Hydrogen Highway
• Earth Station
• MRE Centers
• Mega Harvesters
• Mega 10 Electrolyzer
• Mega 30
• Nano Grid
• Smart Micro Grid
• MRE Earth Station

Products and services

• SHFA Model 100 Scalable Hydrogen Fueling Appliance producing 2 kg/day of hydrogen at 6,000 psi with 4 kg storage capacity. Integrates hydrogen production, purification, compression, storage, and dispensing in a single package protected by US Patent 8,465,629 B2. Targets residential and commercial customers needing on-site hydrogen generation.
• SHFA Model 200 Scalable Hydrogen Fueling Appliance producing 4 kg/day of hydrogen at 6,000 psi with 8 kg storage capacity. Combines production, purification, compression, storage, and dispensing in one package for residential and commercial deployment.
• SHFA Model 300 Two-enclosure hydrogen fueling system built around a 330/342 TT electrolyzer producing up to 12 kg/day of hydrogen, with 24 kg hydrogen storage at 6,000 psi and a J-2600 fueling dispenser. An all-in-one production, purification, compression, storage, and dispensing solution for commercial and industrial users.
• AutoARK 11 and 27 Cell Models Low-capacity hydrogen generators for laboratory, telecom sites, and agricultural applications. The 11-cell unit produces 5 scfh and the 27-cell unit produces nearly 1 kg/day. Compact 5'x2.5'x2.2' form factor at 350 lbs.
• AutoARK 55 Mid-capacity hydrogen generator with a 55-cell horizontal stack producing 35 cubic feet per hour of hydrogen at 63% LHV efficiency. Operates on 120 VAC input via a 60 amp breaker; sized for residential, small business, cell tower, and agricultural applications. Weighs 900 lbs with 68"x43"x27" dimensions.
• AutoARK 114 Large-capacity hydrogen generator with a 114-cell horizontal stack producing 75 cubic feet per hour (4.25 kg H2/day; BTU equivalent to 4.4 gallons of gasoline per day). Operates on 240 VAC input and weighs 1,350 lbs. Targeted at larger residential, commercial, telecom, and agricultural applications.
• AutoARK 330 TT (Triple Twin) Electrolyzer Large-capacity electrolyzer with a six 55-cell stack configuration and passive circulation producing 211 cubic feet per hour (12 kg/24 hours) at 63% LHV efficiency. Weighs 3,200 lbs and measures 6.5'x4.5'x4.5'. Uses advanced injection-molded cell technology for improved efficiency and durability.
• AutoARK 342 TT (Triple Twin) Electrolyzer Large-capacity electrolyzer with a three 114-cell stack configuration and pumped circulation producing 211 cubic feet per hour (12 kg/24 hours). Weighs 3,200 lbs. Uses advanced injection-molded cell technology for improved efficiency and durability.
• AutoARK Ed Educational Kit 18-cell educational demonstration unit encased in Lexan with workbooks, efficiency calculator, video curriculum, and teacher training materials. Covers Agriculture, Science, Math, Physics, and Green Technology. Listed unit price $5,000 - $5,500. Designed for K-12 schools and universities teaching hydrogen production concepts.
• Mega 10 Electrolyzer Megawatt-class electrolyzer producing 160 kg/day of hydrogen while consuming 360,000 watts. Building block for utility-scale hydrogen storage, with three units equaling 1 MW producing 480 kg/day. Developed as a stepping stone to Mega 30-class systems via subsidiary Emerald H2.
• Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure Installation & Support Services Full installation, maintenance, and technical support services for hydrogen generator and SHFA systems, including remote installation support as demonstrated for the Fukushima Japan deployment. Custom engineering solutions for customer-specific requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Scaled operations could replace 18% of domestic road fuels market and save 17 billion metric tons of CO2
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered secondary, core and minor.

• Tajima Motor CorpsecondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 May 2021Fukushima, Japan installation completed May 2021. Remote installation support via Zoom due to travel restrictions. Triple translations coordinated between Tokyo, Dayton OH, and Fukushima.
• Glockner DealershipsecondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 7 November 2019Partnership for Ohio Hydrogen Triangle project. Glockner Dealership in Portsmouth providing location for hydrogen fueling station as part of Transcontinental Hydrogen Highway initial test leg.
• Wooster EngineeringsecondaryImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 August 2019Partner in collecting data from fueling events. Data contributed to development of new standards for ambient 35 MPa non-communications fueling protocols in SAE, NFPA2, and CSA.
• CSA GroupcoreOthers · 1 August 2019Third-party testing and certification organization. Provided Certificate of Attestation to CSA Group IR 3-18 for fueling appliances and IR 4-14 for electrolyzers, enabling code compliance for installations.
• Emerald H2coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 April 2019MRE subsidiary company working on mega-scale hydrogen production projects. Emerald H2 is developing utility-scale hydrogen storage facilities using Mega 30 class electrolyzers (480 kg/day per unit).
• Hawaii Center for Advanced Transportation Technology (HCATT)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Purchased 2 SHFA Model 104 units for fueling fuel cell ordinance loaders for F22 Raptor jets at Hickam Air Force Base, and fuel cell light carts and generators. Stan Osserman of HCATT has featured MRE on ThinkTech Hawaii show.
• United States Naval Research LaboratorycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 June 2018NRL purchased SHFA Model 100 installed June 2018 for fueling drones and testing hydrogen range extension for military applications. Recently produced video showcasing MRE hydrogen station capabilities for military research.
• Mike Strizki / Hydrogen House ProjectsecondaryStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016First commercially produced hydrogen house with MRE SHFA station and Toyota fuel cell car in Hopewell, NJ. Mike Strizki works with MRE on micro grid designs and promotes hydrogen technology.
• Stone Edge Farms Micro GridcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Sonoma, California facility using MRE hydrogen to fuel 3 Toyota and 2 Honda fuel cell vehicles. Data from fueling events contributed to SAE and NFPA2 and CSA standards development for 35 MPa non-communications fueling protocols.
• TIG Modern Street RailwayssecondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2015Purchased multiple hydrogen fueling stations including Dubai installation in front of Burj Khalifa and Chatsworth CA headquarters. Systems fuel fuel cell trolleys acting as range extenders for battery-powered vehicles.
• Blue Planet ResearchcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013First overseas installation at Big Island, Hawaii facility in 2013. Longest continuous use of MRE systems. Partner instrumental in developing first 330 Triple Twin electrolyzer design. Facility includes 85 KW solar array with hydrogen storage for NASA Mars Habitat research.
• General MotorscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 October 2011Demonstrated hydrogen fueling with GM fuel cell vehicles at Dull Homestead. GM provided Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell and later fuel cell vehicles for Project Driveway program. Joint media events covered by ABC22, WHIOTV, and WDTN.
• The Ohio State University Center for Automotive ResearchcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 September 2010Long-term research partnership for fuel cell bus testing. OSU has logged more 24/7 hours on MRE systems than any other installation, testing Department of Transportation fuel cell bus programs. Also hosts AutoARK Ed educational unit at 25 high schools and universities.
• Dayton Daily NewsminorOthers · 4 September 2010Local media coverage of MRE hydrogen technology and Ohio's first hydrogen fueling station. Multiple news features on fossil fuel alternatives and hydrogen economy transition.
• Dull Homestead / Green Energy CentercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2010First micro grid installation and showcase facility established 2006. Home to Ohio's first hydrogen fueling station (2010) and site of GM fuel cell vehicle demonstration (September 2011). Environmental branch of Dayton International Peace Museum.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Plug Power: Vertical hydrogen ecosystem player — fuel cells, electrolyzers via the Frames acquisition, and GenDrive/GenFuel station infrastructure. Operates at far larger scale and offers a broader full-stack portfolio that competes with MRE's fueling appliance economics in North America.
• Air Products: Largest merchant hydrogen gas supplier and a major developer of large-scale green hydrogen production and pipeline infrastructure. Competes with MRE's Mega Harvester vision at the utility-scale end and controls centralized distribution economics that may limit on-site unit demand.
• Cummins / Accelera (formerly Hydrogenics): Accelera by Cummins includes legacy Hydrogenics electrolyzer and fueling products alongside fuel cells, serving industrial and heavy-duty mobility customers. Larger balance sheet and global channels compete directly with MRE for fleet, defense, and utility deployments.

Emerging players

• Enapter: Manufacturer of small-scale anion exchange membrane (AEM) electrolyzers marketed as plug-and-play hydrogen appliances. Competes with MRE's smallest AutoARK 11/27-cell units in the residential, telecom backup, and microgrid niche MRE explicitly targets.

Direct peers

• ITM Power: UK-based PEM electrolyzer manufacturer with integrated hydrogen production and refueling solutions. Comparable product scope (electrolyzers and fueling infrastructure) and overlapping utility and industrial customer use cases, though MRE's alkaline architecture differs from ITM's PEM stack.
• McPhy Energy: French electrolyzer and hydrogen station supplier focused on alkaline (and now PEM) technology. Closest product-line analogue to MRE's AutoARK alkaline platform, targeting the same industrial and mobility customer segments across Europe and internationally.
• Nel ASA (Nel Hydrogen): Nel manufactures both alkaline and PEM electrolyzers and supplies hydrogen fueling stations globally. Direct overlap to MRE's AutoARK alkaline electrolyzers and SHFA-style integrated stations across the same residential-to-utility capacity range.

Others

• FirstElement Fuel: Operator of the largest retail hydrogen fueling station network in California. An adjacent/customer-side peer — not a manufacturer of electrolyzers, but represents the type of station-network operator that could either adopt MRE SHFA appliances or compete for the same strategic corridor buildouts.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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