Generac Power Systems has announced an engagement with EPC Power to deploy “fully integrated energy solutions” for data center applications. The companies say the offering targets the power-performance and interconnection requirements associated with AI-driven data center growth, combining Generac battery storage and controls with EPC Power power-conversion hardware.
Generac says the integrated systems will combine Generac SBE Block battery systems, the Generac ARC Controller, and EPC Power M-System inverters. The companies position the combination as an “ecosystem” for AI data center infrastructure developers and owners.
The companies say the solution is intended to address customer demand for energy innovation and emerging grid-operator interconnection requirements. “Data center customers don’t just need more power – they need smarter, fully integrated energy solutions that perform seamlessly under extreme and rapidly changing conditions,” said Erik Wilde, EVP and President, Domestic C&I at Generac. “This collaboration with EPC Power allows us to deliver end-to-end, behind-the-meter solutions that meet evolving utility requirements while supporting the performance demands of AI workloads. We’re excited by the opportunity to work alongside EPC Power to translate this technology into real-world solutions for the data center market.”
Generac says it will use EPC Power’s inverters alongside its battery system and advanced controllers to deploy integrated solutions with “ultra-fast response times,” targeting load smoothing for AI data center applications. Generac also says the systems will include “ride-through and recovery capabilities” intended to meet utility requirements and maintain continuity during grid disturbance events.
Generac says the behind-the-meter systems are designed to integrate with onsite generators, turbines, and other resources, and to operate in grid-tied or off-grid applications to support hyperscale computing. “AI is fueling rapid data center growth, creating massive power challenges. Traditional systems can’t keep up with dynamic, high-density AI workloads,” said Jim Fusaro, CEO of EPC Power. “Our collaboration with Generac represents a powerful alignment of expertise and vision. Together, we are advancing digital power infrastructure that delivers the resilient, secure and highly adaptive performance modern AI workloads require – responding in real time to shifting demands, whether operating with or without active grid support.”
Source: Generac
