California-based Boyd, an innovator in sustainable engineered material and thermal solutions, announced that it has developed advanced liquid cooling technology in collaboration with E-valucon for electric vehicle (EV) fast charge stations.
This innovation involves a liquid-to-air cooling system for DC Fast Charging (DCFC) cables and connectors, aiming to enhance the speed and safety of charging while prioritising environmental sustainability with the use of eco-friendly coolants.
These cooling systems are regionally manufactured and tailored for EV charging infrastructure expansion in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
Aim of the innovation
Shammy Khan, Chief Commercial Officer of Boyd says, “Creating or using power makes heat. Doing this more rapidly and in a small space severely compounds that effect.”
“Drivers want faster charge cycles and infrastructure planners need space-saving solutions. Rapid, high-power charging in tight spaces creates a significant thermal challenge.”
“Our liquid systems reliably meet those market demands with a solution that reduces thermal safety concerns in fast charging stations,” adds Khan.
Boyd says it is committed to supporting customer success by addressing regional manufacturing needs in the electric vehicle market. They are responding to the US Department of Transportation’s Buy America standard, which is being phased into requirements from July 2024 as part of the NEVI Formula Programme.
This programme allocates $5B for expanding EV charging infrastructure in the US. Boyd and E-valucon have collaborated to meet the Buy America requirements by combining Boyd’s liquid cooling technology with E-valucon’s fast charging system, ensuring compliance and contributing to the growth of EV charging infrastructure.
E-valucon’s COO Madison Ahn says, “Boyd’s expertise in thermal solutions and E-valucon’s expertise in EV coupler solutions equip us to support the rapid deployment of reliable and accessible fast charging systems in America.”
“We’re excited to be a part of this historical movement towards zero emissions through electrification.”
Brief about Boyd and E-valucon
Boyd is a global innovator focused on sustainable solutions that improve its customer products’ performance and reliability. The company’s expertise spans diverse fields, including 5G infrastructure, data centers, electric vehicles, healthcare, aerospace, and electronics.
They prioritise environmental protection through strategic regional operations and a commitment to reducing waste and carbon footprint. Boyd also emphasises employee empowerment, integrity, and accountability to drive customer success through innovation.
E-valucon was founded in 2002 in Southern California as an independent global extension of Sam Woo Electronics, the parent company located in the Industrial Complex of Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
E-valucon brings over 40 years of experience in reliable miniature connector solutions. The firm claims to be a leader in FA sensors for broadcasting, telecommunications, and medical industries, and have become a prominent DC Fast Charger provider in South Korea’s EV charging market.
The company powers a significant portion of public buses with its high-quality couplers. They established a manufacturing facility in California to comply with Buy America standards.
E-valucon focus on integrity, safety, and quality drives their products, offering versatile coupler and cable options for the evolving EVSE market, with a mission to connect the world and transform work practices.