LS Electric announced the opening ceremony of its 'LS Electric DC Factory' in Cheonan, South Korea. The image shows the LS Electric DC Factory.
LS Electric has officially launched the world's first 100% direct current (DC) distribution factory, aiming to secure a leading position in the next-generation power market. With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) driving increased power demand for data centers, the company plans to leverage DC-based power infrastructure to accelerate its global standardization strategy.
On July 2, LS Electric held the opening ceremony for the 'LS Electric DC Factory' at its facility in Cheonan, South Korea. The event was attended by CEO Chae Dae-seok, Deputy Minister of Climate, Energy and Environment Lee Ho-hyun, and Korea Electric Power Corporation President Kim Dong-cheol, among other officials.
The Cheonan DC Factory is the world's first manufacturing facility dedicated to DC distribution, featuring essential equipment such as semiconductor transformers (SST), semiconductor circuit breakers (SSCB), and energy storage systems (ESS). Unlike traditional alternating current (AC) processes, this facility minimizes energy loss during power conversion, enhancing energy efficiency.
LS Electric reported that the operation of the DC factory has improved overall energy efficiency by more than 10%. This achievement demonstrates the practical energy-saving benefits of DC distribution technology in a manufacturing setting.
The company plans to develop this DC factory as a standard model for next-generation manufacturing power networks. By accumulating empirical data and establishing technological reliability during operations, LS Electric aims to take the lead in the global DC ecosystem.
Notably, the Cheonan DC Factory produces power conversion devices (PCS) for energy storage systems based on direct current. The primary product is the next-generation battery-integrated ESS PCS known as 'G2.'
The G2, co-developed by LS Electric and LG Energy Solution, utilizes water-cooling technology instead of traditional air-cooling methods, enhancing heat control and durability. This structure establishes a complete DC manufacturing ecosystem by producing core equipment based on DC distribution technology.
DC distribution technology is gaining attention as a key technology for next-generation power infrastructure, particularly with the rapid growth of AI data centers that utilize high-performance graphics processing units (GPUs). The importance of DC distribution technology is increasing as it minimizes power loss and enhances efficiency.
LS Electric plans to strengthen its focus on the ultra-high-power and high-efficiency power infrastructure market based on the DC factory. The company intends to expand its applications to data centers, large industrial facilities, and renewable energy sectors to secure a foothold in the global market.
Chae Dae-seok, CEO of LS Electric, stated, "The Cheonan DC Factory marks a historic milestone in the transition from a century-long AC-centric power paradigm to direct current. We aim to become a leader in the global power market in the AI era, leveraging our competitive edge in DC-based core devices and manufacturing experience."
Additionally, on the same day, the 'K-DC Industry Expansion 2026' event was held at the Cheonan facility, organized by the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment and Korea Electric Power Corporation. Over 120 participants, including companies, universities, research institutions, and international DC alliance representatives, attended the event.
LS Electric, Korea Electric Power Corporation, Korea Energy Engineering University, LS Cable & System, Hyosung Heavy Industries, HD Hyundai Electric, and LG Electronics signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on establishing a global DC technology specialized research complex and joint technology research to enhance DC technology competitiveness and foster an industrial ecosystem.
On July 2, LS Electric held the opening ceremony for the 'LS Electric DC Factory' at its facility in Cheonan, South Korea. The event was attended by CEO Chae Dae-seok, Deputy Minister of Climate, Energy and Environment Lee Ho-hyun, and Korea Electric Power Corporation President Kim Dong-cheol, among other officials.
The Cheonan DC Factory is the world's first manufacturing facility dedicated to DC distribution, featuring essential equipment such as semiconductor transformers (SST), semiconductor circuit breakers (SSCB), and energy storage systems (ESS). Unlike traditional alternating current (AC) processes, this facility minimizes energy loss during power conversion, enhancing energy efficiency.
LS Electric reported that the operation of the DC factory has improved overall energy efficiency by more than 10%. This achievement demonstrates the practical energy-saving benefits of DC distribution technology in a manufacturing setting.
The company plans to develop this DC factory as a standard model for next-generation manufacturing power networks. By accumulating empirical data and establishing technological reliability during operations, LS Electric aims to take the lead in the global DC ecosystem.
Notably, the Cheonan DC Factory produces power conversion devices (PCS) for energy storage systems based on direct current. The primary product is the next-generation battery-integrated ESS PCS known as 'G2.'
The G2, co-developed by LS Electric and LG Energy Solution, utilizes water-cooling technology instead of traditional air-cooling methods, enhancing heat control and durability. This structure establishes a complete DC manufacturing ecosystem by producing core equipment based on DC distribution technology.
DC distribution technology is gaining attention as a key technology for next-generation power infrastructure, particularly with the rapid growth of AI data centers that utilize high-performance graphics processing units (GPUs). The importance of DC distribution technology is increasing as it minimizes power loss and enhances efficiency.
LS Electric plans to strengthen its focus on the ultra-high-power and high-efficiency power infrastructure market based on the DC factory. The company intends to expand its applications to data centers, large industrial facilities, and renewable energy sectors to secure a foothold in the global market.
Chae Dae-seok, CEO of LS Electric, stated, "The Cheonan DC Factory marks a historic milestone in the transition from a century-long AC-centric power paradigm to direct current. We aim to become a leader in the global power market in the AI era, leveraging our competitive edge in DC-based core devices and manufacturing experience."
Additionally, on the same day, the 'K-DC Industry Expansion 2026' event was held at the Cheonan facility, organized by the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment and Korea Electric Power Corporation. Over 120 participants, including companies, universities, research institutions, and international DC alliance representatives, attended the event.
LS Electric, Korea Electric Power Corporation, Korea Energy Engineering University, LS Cable & System, Hyosung Heavy Industries, HD Hyundai Electric, and LG Electronics signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on establishing a global DC technology specialized research complex and joint technology research to enhance DC technology competitiveness and foster an industrial ecosystem.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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