ABB's Power Play: Scaling AI-Ready Data Centers with Applied Digital
Discover how ABB is reshaping AI data center landscapes with its cutting-edge medium voltage technology at the Polaris Forge 2 Campus.
In the realm of high-tech advancements, the partnership between ABB and Applied Digital signals a monumental leap in the evolution of data centers. At the heart of this dynamic partnership is ABB’s provision of sophisticated medium voltage power technology tailored for Applied Digital’s second AI factory campus, Polaris Forge 2.
Pioneering Power Technology in North Dakota
The Polaris Forge 2 campus, sprawling over 300 MW near Harwood, North Dakota, is destined to become a beacon of AI data processing efficiency when it goes live in phases during 2026 and 2027. This venture promises not merely an increment in infrastructure but a transformation, leveraging ABB’s progressive medium voltage architecture.
Redefining Efficiency and Scale
“The new paradigm of AI data centers revolves around scaling efficiently,” states Todd Gale, Applied Digital’s Chief Development Officer. ABB’s involvement assures that the data center scales in impressive 25 MW blocks, courtesy of the HiPerGuard medium voltage UPS technology. This innovation reduces cabling complexity and spells a significant boost in reliability and energy efficiency.
Vision Aligning: ABB and Digital Innovators Unite
Massimiliano Cifalitti, President of ABB Smart Power, elucidates the synergy: “Our collaboration with Applied Digital is not merely to innovate but to revolutionize AI infrastructure.” By spearheading medium voltage power solutions, both entities aim to craft an unmatched architectural standard, envisioning larger capacity AI workloads.
Seeding Future Opportunities
The initial 200 MW capacity of the Polaris Forge 2 campus has already been snapped up by a major US Hyperscaler, showcasing immediate market interest and setting a precedent for future expansions. The firsthand success of the previous Polaris Forge 1, also supported by ABB, has paved a seamless path to this promising initiative.
As stated in ABB, the transformation of power infrastructure designed for large-scale AI data centers by ABB and Applied Digital is not only about scaling but crafting an optimal blend of performance and sustainability.
With over 140 years of expertise, ABB continues to uphold its legacy as a technology leader driving forward the electrification and automation industries, ensuring tomorrow’s technology is bold, efficient, and sustainable.
