FeX replaces diesel generators and heaters with rechargeable iron energy systems for remote, defense and Arctic operations.
FeX stores electricity as high-temperature thermochemical energy delivering silent, reliable heat and power for dual use - remote bases, Arctic operations, and expeditionary sites.
No engine noise, no combustion exhaust, and minimal thermal signature.
Energy stored in iron reduces diesel transport and resupply missions.
Solid-state storage designed for extreme Arctic conditions.
Containerized to deploy quickly across base camps, and remote stations.
Silent heat and power for Arctic bases, expeditionary camps, and remote defense infrastructure.
Containerized heat infrastructure that integrates directly into your existing energy systems.
On-site renewables, grid electricity where available, or curtailed power.
Iron-based thermochemical cells. Energy stored for days or weeks.
Up to 900°C heat via air, glycol, steam, or optional CHP.
~1/10th the physical
footprint of lithium-ion batteries.
Per container
Footprint vs Li-ion
Campus payback
LCOS (12h config)
Peak output per unit
Self-contained, rechargeable heat for tents and field shelters, delivering reliable thermal output without fuel, combustion, or external power.
100 KWh
~ 5-10 KW
~ 10-20 hours
No external power
Deploy on-site. Validate under real heat loads. Generate bankable performance data to support scale-up decisions
Pilot deployment currently underway with support from: Financed by Government of Canada
Assess system performance under real operating conditions.
Collect operational insights to inform deployment decisions.
Use validated results to define your deployment strategy.
What is FeX Energy's application in defense and Arctic operations?
FeX Energy's iron-based reactors provide silent, diesel-free heat and power for remote Arctic operations, expeditionary camps, forward operating bases, remote surveillance infrastructure, or remote communities. Systems can be pre-charged, containerized, palletized, or made portable, deploying reliable energy without the fuel logistics chain that conventional diesel operations require.
Why is diesel a strategic vulnerability in Arctic and remote defense operations?
Diesel resupply missions are among the most operationally hazardous and expensive logistics challenges in remote and Arctic deployments. A single Arctic tent can require 30–40 litres of diesel per day for heating alone. Fuel transport increases convoy exposure, supply chain complexity, and operational risk. FeX stores energy in solid iron, eliminating continuous resupply while maintaining reliable heat output in extreme cold.
How does FeX operate silently compared to diesel generators?
FeX releases heat through an exothermic iron oxidation reaction, no combustion engine, no exhaust, no thermal plume. This eliminates the acoustic and thermal signatures associated with diesel generators, making the system inherently suited for stealth operations, remote surveillance sites, and environments where emissions and noise compromise situational awareness and/or health of personnel.
How does FeX Energy's system perform in extreme cold conditions?
The system uses solid-state iron storage with minimal moving parts, no liquid fuel that can gel, no pressure systems that can fail in cold, and no electrolytes that can freeze or significantly decrease performance in cold climates. This makes it inherently reliable in Arctic conditions where fuel handling and cold-start failures are persistent operational problems.
Can FeX systems be pre-charged and transported to remote sites?
Yes. Iron stores energy in a stable solid state, it does not self-discharge during transport or storage. Units can be pre-charged at a base facility, transported to a remote or forward site by air, land, or sea, and deployed immediately without recharging infrastructure on arrival. Spent units can be swapped out and returned for recharging, similar to an exchangeable energy cartridge model.
What scales of deployment does FeX support for defense applications?
FeX technology is being developed across multiple scales: portable personal heating units for field operators, palletized camp heating modules for temporary facilities, and containerized systems for permanent remote infrastructure including radar sites, communications nodes, Arctic research or monitoring stations, and remote communities. Each configuration is designed for rapid deployment without fixed infrastructure.
How does FeX compare to other clean energy alternatives for remote defense use?
Hydrogen requires pressurized storage, complex handling infrastructure, and significant safety management, operationally impractical in remote or expeditionary contexts. Lithium-ion batteries cannot deliver sustained high-temperature heat. Solar and wind alone cannot provide firm energy in Arctic winters. FeX stores high-density energy in a safe, solid medium and releases it as heat on demand, with no fuel logistics chain required after the initial charge.
FeX supports sovereign, resilient energy production for dual use, defense and Arctic operations.
Iron-based energy storage delivering firm heat and power on demand.