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The enhanced aircore EC+: reducing energy cost and complexity for cooling applications. Infinitum launches the Aircore EC+, a next-generation motor system designed to enhance energy efficiency and reduce operational challenges in power-intensive facilities. * Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 Posted 3 days ago in by Katy Hill Infinitum has unveiled its latest motor system platform development, the Aircore EC+, designed for cooling applications in high-demand facilities. The system incorporates features intended to improve energy efficiency, reliability, and operational performance while reducing system complexity. Traditional variable frequency drives (VFDs) and standard electronically commutated (EC) fans can generate harmonics that may affect electrical performance and reduce the amount of available usable power. As facilities increasingly adopt artificial intelligence technologies and greater electrification, managing harmonic distortion has become an important consideration for maintaining operational efficiency and avoiding potential disruptions. The Aircore EC+ is designed to address these challenges by helping users optimise power availability and system performance while reducing costs and complexity. Key features include: * Integrated Active Front End (AFE) Technology: The Aircore EC+ incorporates AFE technology within the motor's VFD to reduce harmonics at the source. According to Infinitum, harmonic levels are maintained within IEEE 519 standards, supporting cleaner power flow without the need for additional filters or extra installation space. * Standard IP65 Enclosure: The enclosure is designed to provide protection against dust, dirt, and moisture, enabling operation in outdoor environments and damp conditions. * High Resistance Ground: This feature is intended to maintain normal operation during electrical ground faults, reducing the likelihood of equipment failure. The system also includes power-loss ride-through capability to support continued operation during such events. * Hybrid Ceramic Bearings: These bearings are designed to resist corrosion and do not conduct electricity, which can contribute to durability and operational efficiency in demanding applications. The Aircore EC+ is aimed at organisations seeking to improve uptime, power quality, and operational efficiency while accommodating increasing power demands without expanding existing infrastructure. The Aircore EC+ is currently available. Additional information, including specifications and application details, is available through the Aircore EC+ product pages. The launch of the Aircore EC+ expands Infinitum's motor system portfolio and provides an additional option for facilities seeking solutions to power quality and cooling system challenges.

Infinitum has launched Aircore EC+, an advanced motor system designed to maximise power capacity and reduce energy consumption in cooling applications for power-intensive facilities. The Austin-based company's latest product addresses harmonic distortion issues that plague traditional variable frequency drives and standard EC fans. The Aircore EC+ features integrated Active Front End technology that reduces harmonics below IEEE 519 limits, alongside standard IP65 enclosure for harsh environments, high resistance ground capability, and hybrid ceramic bearings for enhanced durability. According to Frost & Sullivan, the system delivers near-sinusoidal waveforms with harmonic distortion well below industry standards. The product is available immediately. Infinitum's air-core technology aims to help power-intensive industries reduce electrical infrastructure requirements whilst maintaining reliability and performance.

Infinitum's Aircore motor system earns 2026 E+E Leader award. AUSTIN, Texas-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Infinitum today announced its Aircore motor system is a winner of the Product of the Year Award in the 2026 Environment+Energy Leader Awards program. The recognition highlights Infinitum's ability to deliver measurable operational and financial impact for customers - helping them do more with less - as they navigate increasingly complex energy demands. As electrification accelerates, energy costs rise and aging grid infrastructure constrains available power, organizations are under growing pressure to optimize energy use. Infinitum's Aircore motor system is specifically designed to help power-intensive facilities - such as hospitals, data centers, semiconductor fabricators and utilities - do more with less by minimizing real-world energy consumption, maximizing available power and improving operational efficiency. Infinitum's Aircore motor system powers cooling and industrial applications using upwards of 25% less energy, while also drawing fewer amps from the grid and requiring less electrical infrastructure. With the ability to reallocate power while saving energy and reducing grid strain, Infinitum can unlock tens of gigawatts of additional capacity. The Environment+Energy Leader esteemed judging panel was impressed with Infinitum's ability to reallocate power and remarked, "The customer outcomes section is one of the strongest I have reviewed. A named data center customer reallocated 4 MW from cooling to AI workloads, generating an estimated $9 million in additional annual revenue. Another major retrofit cut energy use by 19%, saved $150,000 annually, eliminated downtime, and achieved a two-year ROI. These are specific, verifiable results with clear financial and operational impact." "Infinitum's focus on powering more with less has resulted in a class of products that are changing the motor paradigm," said Ben Schuler, founder and CEO, Infinitum. "The entire team at Infinitum is honored to once again be recognized with this prestigious award." "As organizations navigate an increasingly dynamic and uncertain operating environment, the ability to improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and deliver measurable results has never been more critical," said Sarah Roberts, Co-President and Publisher of Environment+Energy Leader. "This year's winners demonstrate the innovation and leadership required to move forward with clarity and impact." About the Environment+Energy Leader Awards Now in its 14th year, the Environment+Energy Leader Awards program recognizes excellence across products, projects, startups and organizational initiatives that deliver meaningful advancements in environmental programs, sustainability, and energy management. Entries are evaluated by an independent panel of industry experts, with a focus on innovation, scalability, and measurable impact. Winners are recognized as leaders in advancing best practices and setting new standards across the global energy and environmental landscape. About Infinitum Infinitum is helping the world's most power-intensive industries enter a new age of energy - where they can do more with less. Engineered with patented air-core technology, Infinitum's next-generation motor and fan solutions achieve the lowest real-world energy consumption by using fewer kilowatt hours and requiring less electrical infrastructure. The result is technology that helps companies strengthen the bottom line while easing strain on the grid and the environment. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Infinitum is led by a team of industry experts and pioneers shaping the future of efficient power. To learn more, visit goinfinitum.com. More News From Infinitum AUSTIN, Texas-( BUSINESS WIRE )-Infinitum announced the appointment of HVAC industry veteran Buddy Doll to its Board of Directors... AUSTIN, Texas-( BUSINESS WIRE )-Infinitum's Aircore EC motor system has been named Overall Energy Technology Solution of the Year in the 2026 CleanTech Breakthrough Awards... AUSTIN, Texas-( BUSINESS WIRE )-Infinitum has won the Innovation Award from the 2026 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards program... Infinitum. Release Summary Infinitum's Aircore motor system is a winner of the Product of the Year Award in the 2026 Environment+Energy Leader Awards program. Release Versions