Hyliion, a leader in sustainable electricity technology, has announced the signing of a non-binding Letter of Intent (LOI) with digital infrastructure innovator FlexnodeTM. Under this LOI, Hyliion will provide up to 10 KARNO™ generators, with a combined capacity of 2MW, to Flexnode. The first units are expected to be delivered in 2025, aiming to enhance Flexnode’s high-performance, flexible micro data centers.
Advancing AI and Machine Learning Infrastructure
This collaboration is set to propel Flexnode’s mission of setting new standards for high-density digital infrastructure, crucial for advancing artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities. By integrating KARNO generators, known for their high efficiency and fuel flexibility, Flexnode plans to deploy reliable and clean on-site power for their cutting-edge digital infrastructure.
Flexnode’s Innovative Data Center Solutions
Flexnode offers a universal building platform that incorporates liquid-cooled data center infrastructure tailored for bespoke computing, storage, and networking needs. Their adaptable design enables businesses to expand data center capacity incrementally, aligning with demand. Flexnode’s solutions are engineered for rapid scalability, optimizing edge performance for latency-sensitive workloads, and leveraging advanced cooling technologies to significantly cut operational costs and environmental impact. This digital-first approach ensures unparalleled flexibility and resilience for today’s most demanding IT environments.
Strategic Benefits and Statements from Leadership
“Availability, carbon intensity, and energy costs are crucial factors currently limiting data center growth. Integrating Hyliion’s KARNO generators for on-site clean energy production allows our customers to accelerate their plans and deploy data centers on demand without compromises,” stated Flexnode co-founder and CEO Andrew Lindsey. “Hyliion’s technology aligns perfectly with our vision of creating high-performance, efficient data centers that push the boundaries of traditional infrastructure.”
The KARNO Generator: A Fuel-Agnostic Power Solution
Hyliion’s KARNO generator is a groundbreaking, fuel-agnostic solution that utilizes linear generator architecture to produce electricity economically and efficiently. It operates on multiple fuels, including hydrogen, natural gas, biogas, and propane, offering lower maintenance costs and significantly reduced emissions compared to conventional technologies.
“Our KARNO generator technology is ideally suited to meet the increasing power and energy demands of data centers,” said Thomas Healy, Founder and CEO of Hyliion. “By combining KARNO generators with Flexnode’s cutting-edge digital infrastructure solutions, we are pioneering a new approach to deploying modular, highly efficient data centers in the industry.”
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