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Rehlko boosts french plant capacity with $13.7M expansion to meet data center power demand. By T&D World - July 16, 2026 - 2 min Electrical Rehlko, a global distributed energy solutions company, is expanding its Power Control & Distribution manufacturing facility in Cholet, France, as part of a strategic effort to meet surging demand in electrification from data centers. The Wisconsin-based infrastructure developer is increasing its Cholet production facility's physical manufacturing space by 56% - and anticipates reducing lead times by 30% upon completion in November, according to a release. Over 100 new, local jobs will be created during this European expansion, representing a roughly $13.7 million five-year investment. Rehlko adds that this investment in the Cholet facility strengthens a global supply ecosystem that bridges its operations across Europe and the U.S. "This expansion reflects the trust our customers place in us and the confidence we have in our team's ability to deliver with speed and at scale," said Rehlko CEO Brian Melka in a statement. Rehlko explains that expanding its Power Control & Distribution sector positions the company for long-term growth across Europe tied to artificial intelligence, cloud computing and grid resilience. By moving beyond traditional backup power, Rehlko is optimizing electrical flow amid AI-driven workloads under all operating conditions - not just during outages. Power Control & Distribution's systems manage grid power under normal operating conditions. Once grid supply fails, these systems are designed to execute an uninterrupted transition to an alternate source, driven by the core critical pairing of an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) with Paralleling Switchgear. Rehlko explains that these management capabilities integrate directly into its broader data center solutions framework to supply end-to-end solutions, utilizing automated production lines, connected wiring systems and intelligent assembly tools to maximize engineering software integration for production efficiency. Rehlko solutions are reportedly deployed in data centers, hospitals, water treatment plants, nuclear facilities, airports, offshore wind farms, public transit systems and landmark infrastructure, including the Eiffel Tower. Recent Comments

The Rehlko 2026 Powering Impact Report showcases sustainable power progress for data centers. Rehlko has taken a big step forward in addressing the balance needed between providing adequate data center capacity and doing so sustainably with its newly released 2026 Powering Impact Report. The global energy resilience leader published its second report, detailing how they've embedded sustainability into resilient power solutions for data centers. To meet the needs data centers have for reliable and resilient power amid grid constraints, the company aims to position sustainability as a practical enabler that can inform how power systems are specified, designed, and optimized over time based on a variety of factors including location, fuel availability, regulatory conditions, and customer priorities. How has Rehlko increased sustainability for data centers? The report highlights how Rehlko's portfolio supports data centers under tight timelines with the ability to support the modular integration of technologies, such as battery energy storage systems (BESS), combined cooling, heat, and power (CCHP), advanced controls, and compatibility with alternative fuels, where appropriate. The report outlines how Rehlko leads by example, improving efficiency of its own operations. Highlights include: * A 19.6% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to a 2023 baseline, based on defined methodologies * 81.2% of operational waste diverted from landfills Additional Rehlko tools. Rehlko also recently launched the Rehlko Power Impact Intelligence strategic platform, which includes the Rehlko Backup Power | EPD Carbon Calculator. The tool provides access to verified Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) data, enabling customers to evaluate the embodied carbon of backup power systems at a product level. It helps customers make informed infrastructure choices, including those that may reduce carbon emissions. "Data center customers are navigating a more complex set of power decisions than ever before. Our role is to help deliver systems that are reliable when and where they're needed, while working to improve the quality of information customers use to evaluate energy choices. The Powering Impact Report reflects how we're integrating sustainability insight directly into engineering, tools, and execution." - Brian Melka, President and Chief Executive Officer of Rehlko. Kealey Dorian Kealey brings more than 20 years of public relations and broadcast journalism experience to JSA. She enjoys helping clients find stories about their companies that will appeal to journalists and potential customers.

Rehlko and Liebherr partner on strategic capacity expansion to support accelerating data center demand for resilient power solutions. * Business Wire * Jun 18, 2026 * 0 MILWAUKEE-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Jun 18, 2026- Rehlko, a global energy resilience leader delivering innovative solutions across industrial energy systems, powertrain technologies, and home energy applications, joined Liebherr Group ("Liebherr") on June 2 for the strategic capacity expansion ceremony at the Liebherr-Components facility in Colmar, France. This event marks a key milestone in the continued expansion of Rehlko's strategic partnership with Liebherr and a significant step in scaling resilient power solutions for the next generation of digital infrastructure. Liebherr and Rehlko celebrate the strategic capacity expansion of Liebherr-Components Colmar factory. From left to right: Brian Melka (President and CEO of Rehlko), Jan Liebherr (President of the Administrative Board of Liebherr-International AG), Pietro Iemmi (CEO Liebherr-Component Technologies AG), and further members of Rehlko's and Liebherr's management. The Colmar site plays a central role in manufacturing engines used in high-performance generator sets supporting the data center ecosystem. Through its extension of nearly 12,000 square meters, Liebherr is strengthening industrial capabilities. Once fully ramped up, the expansion will enable the site's production capacity to more than double, supporting increasing demand from the data center market. This targeted expansion comes as demand for resilient, high-performance power solutions continues to accelerate at an unprecedented rate, driven by the growth of data centers, including hyperscale and colocation environments, powering AI, digital services, and cloud computing. With developers and operators increasingly prioritizing the rapid deployment of reliable backup power solutions to ensure uninterrupted operations, Rehlko is actively ramping its global industrial capacity and capabilities to support this structural market shift and long-term data center demand. "This ceremony is an important milestone for our growth strategy as we scale our capacity to support the accelerating digital backbone," said Brian Melka, President and Chief Executive Officer of Rehlko. "As data center demand continues to grow, customers are prioritizing resilient, scalable power solutions with zero downtime. This expansion demonstrates our commitment to disciplined decision-making and follow-through, strengthening our ability to convert a growing backlog into long-term revenue and capture additional market share in the data center sector while reinforcing our leadership in critical energy solutions." Jens Krug, Managing Director Liebherr-Components Colmar SAS added "This expansion reflects more than an investment in capacity - it demonstrates our long-term commitment to our partnership with Rehlko, to the Colmar site, and to the sustained growth of our industrial capabilities. As a family-owned company, we believe in building strong, trustworthy relationships that enable us to deliver innovative and reliable solutions for our customers worldwide. With this investment, we are creating the conditions to support future growth, drive innovation, and address evolving market needs." The relationship between Rehlko and Liebherr has steadily evolved since the launch of the KD Series(TM) generator range in 2016. Most recently, in May 2025, the two companies expanded their strategic collaboration to further advance engine technology and support growing demand. Over the past decade, the collaboration has grown in both scope and scale, supported by a shared focus on engineering excellence, performance, and long-term industrial alignment. Rehlko remains focused on supporting the rapid evolution of the global data center market, with a comprehensive portfolio of power solutions. Backup power systems play a central role in ensuring continuity and reliability, as digital infrastructure becomes increasingly critical to global economic activity. About Rehlko A global leader in energy resilience, Rehlko delivers innovative energy solutions that sustain and improve life through industrial energy systems, powertrain technologies, and home energy, with control, resilience, and innovation. Leveraging the strength of its portfolio of businesses - Power Systems, Clarke Energy, Home Energy, and Engines - and its more than a century of industry leadership, Rehlko provides power where and when the grid cannot. Rehlko goes beyond function and individual recovery to create better lives, communities, and a more durable and energy-resilient future. Learn more at rehlko.com. About the Liebherr Group The Liebherr Group is a family-run technology company with a highly diversified product program. The company is one of the largest construction equipment manufacturers in the world. It also provides high-quality, user-oriented products and services in a wide range of other areas. The Liebherr Group includes over 150 companies across all continents. In 2025, it employed more than 55,000 staff and achieved combined revenues of over 14 billion euros. Liebherr was founded by Hans Liebherr in 1949 in the southern German town of Kirchdorf an der Iller. Since then, the employees have been pursuing the goal of achieving continuous technological innovation and bringing industry-leading solutions to its customers. About Liebherr-Components In this product segment, the Liebherr Group specializes in the development, design, manufacturing and reconditioning of high-performance components in the field of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical drive and control technology. Liebherr-Component Technologies AG, based in Bulle (Switzerland), coordinates all activities in the Components product segment. The extensive range includes combustion engines, injection systems, engine control units, axial piston pumps and motors, hydraulic cylinders and piston accumulators, slewing bearings, gearboxes and cable winches, electric drive systems and energy storage systems, electronic and power electronics components and software. The high-quality components are used in structural and civil engineering, mining, tunnelling, mechanical and plant engineering, agriculture and forestry, the wind industry and maritime applications. Synergy effects in other product segments of the Liebherr Group are used to drive continuous technological development. Forward-Looking Statements: This release includes statements regarding expected capacity expansion and market demand that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Communications Director, Rehlko +1 586 216 3896 KEYWORD: WISCONSIN EUROPE UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA FRANCE INDUSTRY KEYWORD: COMMERCIAL BUILDING & REAL ESTATE UTILITIES CONSTRUCTION & PROPERTY ALTERNATIVE ENERGY ENERGY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE DATA MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY PUB: 06/18/2026 11:44 AM/DISC: 06/18/2026 11:44 AM 00:00/01:49