AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hyliion Holdings Corp. (NYSE: HYLN) (“Hyliion”), a developer of sustainable electricity-producing technology, today announced the signing of a non-binding Letter of Intent (LOI) with FlexnodeTM, an innovative digital infrastructure company. Under the terms of the LOI, Hyliion will supply up to 10 KARNOTM generators (2MW total capacity) to Flexnode, with the initial deliveries anticipated to commence in 2025. This collaboration aims to support Flexnode’s mission of elevating the standard for high-density digital infrastructure that truly unlocks the potential of artificial intelligence and machine learning for years to come. By integrating highly efficient, fuel-agnostic KARNO generators, Flexnode expects to easily deploy digital infrastructure with reliable and clean on-site power generation.
Flexnode offers a cutting-edge universal building platform that seamlessly integrates liquid-cooled data center infrastructure for bespoke computing, storage, and networking solutions. Flexnode’s innovative, adaptable design empowers businesses to deploy data center capacity incrementally, aligning infrastructure growth with demand. Flexnode’s solutions deliver rapid scalability, optimize edge performance for latency-sensitive workloads, and enhance efficiency through advanced cooling technologies, significantly reducing operational costs and environmental impact. This digital-first approach ensures unparalleled flexibility and resilience, meeting the needs of today’s most demanding IT environments.
“Availability, carbon intensity, and energy costs are critical factors currently limiting the growth and deployment of data centers. Integrating Hyliion KARNO generators into our Flexnodes for on-site clean energy production allows our customers to accelerate their plans and deploy data centers on demand without compromises,” said Flexnode co-founder and CEO, Andrew Lindsey. “Hyliion’s sustainable power generation technology perfectly aligns with our vision of creating high-performance, efficient data centers that push the boundaries of traditional infrastructure.”
The KARNO generator is a groundbreaking fuel-agnostic solution that utilizes a linear generator architecture to produce electricity both economically and efficiently. Capable of operating on various fuels including hydrogen, natural gas, biogas, and propane, the generator is expected to offer lower maintenance costs and a significantly reduced emissions profile 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.”
The LOI between Hyliion and Flexnode is subject to the execution of a binding purchase agreement. For more information about Hyliion and its innovative electrification solutions, please visit www.hyliion.com. For more information about Flexnode, please visit www.flexnode.io.
About Flexnode
Flexnode™ is at the forefront of reimagining digital infrastructure innovation, offering a revolutionary platform that simplifies the configuration, deployment, and operation of high-density data centers worldwide. By leveraging advanced methodologies, Flexnode delivers purpose-built, liquid-cooling-enabled data centers that excel in speed, scalability, and adaptability. Founded in 2019 and based in Bethesda, Maryland, Flexnode is driven by a team of industry experts dedicated to transforming the future of data centers. Flexnode – Built for you, built for anywhere. For more information, visit www.flexnode.io.
About Hyliion
Hyliion is committed to creating innovative solutions that enable clean, flexible and affordable electricity production. The Company’s primary focus is to provide distributed power generators that can operate on various fuel sources to future-proof against an ever-changing energy economy. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, and with research and development in Cincinnati, Ohio, Hyliion is initially targeting the commercial and waste management industries with a locally deployable generator that can offer prime power as well as energy arbitrage opportunities. Beyond stationary power, Hyliion will address mobile applications such as vehicles and marine. The Company aims to offer innovative, yet practical solutions that contribute positively to the environment in the energy economy. For further information, please visit www.hyliion.com.
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