SoluM has introduced a power module for electric vehicle chargers to the global market for the first time and has set out to pioneer the market in earnest.

SoluM announced on the 19th that it made a successful debut in the European market by unveiling its electric vehicle charging infrastructure technology for the first time at 'Power2Drive 2023,' Europe's largest E-mobility exhibition.

Power2Drive 2023 is a related event to 'The Smarter E-Europe,' Europe's largest energy exhibition, and is considered a venue of opportunity for electric vehicle-related materials, parts, and equipment (MPE) companies.

This event was held in Munich, Germany for three days from the 14th to the 16th (local time), with approximately 300 global companies participating.

SoluM set up a booth under the theme of "the most innovative and stable solution" and showcased power modules for electric vehicle chargers as its main product. The company explained that compared to competitors, its products have a longer lifespan and superior heat resistance, enabling high output even at high temperatures of up to 60 degrees Celsius. Additionally, hardware IDs can be configured for each module, allowing for the rapid identification and response to faulty devices in the event of a malfunction.

The models come in two versions, 30kW and 50kW. The 30kW power module features specifications similar to global brands and a compact size, enhancing accessibility for customers. SoluM has once again demonstrated its 50 years of accumulated power technology by eliminating mechanical relays at the output stage, which are cited as a major cause of defects in products on the market. Mass production of the 30kW power module is scheduled for the third quarter of this year.

The 50kW power module is SoluM's next-generation strategic model and an ultra-high-density product. It is characterized by bidirectional V2G (Vehicle to Grid) support. SoluM is simultaneously developing air-cooling and water-cooling methods and aims for mass production in the second quarter of next year.

The electric vehicle charger samples installed in the center of the booth captivated the attention of not only industry professionals but also general visitors passing by. In particular, the 'CUSTOM YOUR DESIGN' solution, which allows customers to customize everything from charger design and color to logos, received favorable reviews for its consideration of the client's brand image.

Securing potential customers was also a major achievement of this exhibition. According to SoluM, over 355 visitors from 64 countries visited the booth during the event, and more than 25 on-the-spot meetings were concluded. Global mobility companies such as Daimler Trucks and Siemens even proposed meetings first.

Yoo Dong-kyun, Executive Vice President and Head of SoluM’s Power Business Division, stated, “Participating in Power to Drive served as an important opportunity to showcase SoluM’s future growth engines to the world.” He added, “We will solidify our leadership in power modules through the development of high-capacity modules and improvements in ultra-high-density performance, and continue to transition our system to respond swiftly to the needs of global customers.”

Executive Director Yoo also expressed his aspirations, stating, “Continuous change and growth through overcoming limitations is the only way to leap forward as a first mover,” and adding, “As a solution provider offering services across the entire automotive electronics business, we will lead the way in global competition.”

Meanwhile, SoluM was established in 2015 by spinning off Samsung Electro-Mechanics' Electronic Shelf Label (ESL), Tuner, and Power Module business units. Recently, based on its capabilities in the power and wireless communication fields, it has been continuing efforts to restructure its business around high value-added sectors such as secondary battery recycling, high-voltage battery management systems (BMS), solar power and smart streetlights, sensor semiconductors, and healthcare.