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Powering the boom in AI by equipping data centers with robust outage protection and peak shaving
The need for data center capacity is booming with the rise of generative AI, which requires extensive data infrastructure operating 24/7. Highly efficient, reliable power supplies play a data center critical role. Panasonic Energy’s latest power solution for the ORv3*1 standard features backup batteries to safeguard vital data and prevent service interruptions in case disasters or malfunctions interrupt the main power supply. In addition, the batteries also supply peak-shaving*2 supplementary power under heavy load conditions, enhancing power infrastructure cost/performance. Operating more efficiently and reliably, with lower power consumption—this solution is essential for next-generation data-center infrastructure.
*1. ORv3 (Open Rack version 3): The newest specification for data center racks and power infrastructure from the Open Compute Project (OCP), an international community that practices open sharing of hardware designs for data centers and the cloud. OCP also promotes industry-wide sharing and standardization. ORv3 design standards ensure high efficiency and lower environmental impact.
*2. Peak-shaving function: A mechanism that stores electricity during off-peak hours and uses it during peak demand periods to enhance data center energy efficiency.
With the rapid evolution of AI and the explosion in AI-driven services, data processing is becoming increasingly sophisticated and complex. Supplying electric power to data centers at scale, with favorable economics and extreme reliability, has become a key requirement. In response, Panasonic Energy has developed a next-generation power solution that meets the efficiency/reliability challenge.
Peak shaving reduces power usage peaks, enhances data center energy efficiency, and lightens the burden on the environment
Peak shaving helps meet the demand for electric power during peak periods by supplying stored power. This critical function enables lower investment in data center power infrastructure, enhances electric power efficiency, and reduces impact on the environment. Reliable operation and energy savings are keys to sustainable data center management.
End-to-end development capabilities for unparalleled quality and turnaround
Panasonic Energy’s end-to-end development capabilities range from designing individual power cells to entire power systems. We leverage this in-house strength to ensure thorough quality control and high reliability. Furthermore, we have reduced our development-to-delivery timeline significantly, allowing us to respond quickly to customer needs. By overseeing everything from components to complete systems, we offer flexibility and efficiency unmatched by the competition.
Our unique development model delivers growth exceeding the industry average
Panasonic Energy has built a unique development model that enables us to respond quickly and flexibly to customer needs. Since we are unconstrained by conventional boundaries, we have a competitive advantage that allows for sustained, stable growth that exceeds the industry average. Moreover, we can build and reinforce relationships of firm trust with customers even in rapidly changing market environments.
Challenges, collaboration and the Basic Business Philosophy
Energy Solutions Business Division, Panasonic Energy Co., Ltd.
Meeting the ORv3 standard involved a range of development requirements, from battery units with built-in power modules to the server rack shelves that hold them. At the same time, we had to cope with changing deadlines and mass production requirements. We responded to these challenges through cross-functional collaboration between technology development, procurement, manufacturing, and quality control, practicing the Panasonic management philosophy of participative management through collective wisdom, and together we overcame the obstacles and achieved business growth. We make a point of accepting every requirement, no matter how difficult, with a spirit of innovation. This resolve is reflected in the second of Panasonic Energy’s Seven Pillars of Transformation, which states that we should find joy to challenge impossible together with friends. And indeed, following this guidepost delivered in success for the project. We take pride in having the tenacity to tackle obstacles head-on and see them through to the end. This is the essence of Panasonic Energy. By accepting any and all new challenges, we will continue to collaborate and open more paths to the future.
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