Jabil Acquires Liquid Cooling Company

Jabil, a global manufacturing services company, has recently completed the acquisition of Mikros Technologies, a leading provider of kilowatt scale liquid cooling systems for thermal management. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing Jabil's capabilities in addressing the intense thermal requirements of current and next-generation products for its contract customers.

The acquisition of Mikros brings critical liquid cooling expertise to Jabil, enabling the company to better serve industries experiencing a surge in power density due to the adoption of technologies such as artificial intelligence, energy storage, and electric vehicles. Liquid cooling has emerged as a more energy-efficient alternative to traditional air cooling methods, making it a preferred choice for various applications.

Based in New Hampshire, US, Mikros has been at the forefront of developing innovative microchannel cooling solutions to tackle complex thermal management challenges. Their proprietary microchannel cold plate designs are capable of efficiently cooling over one kilowatt per square centimeter, showcasing their commitment to energy efficiency and performance.

These cutting-edge cooling technologies from Mikros will complement Jabil's existing portfolio, which includes data center solutions, semiconductor test equipment, energy systems, and transportation solutions. By integrating Mikros' expertise, Jabil aims to expand its offerings to cloud service providers, hardware OEMs, and liquid cooling solutions providers across various industries.

In a statement, Ed Bailey, Chief Technology Officer at Jabil, expressed his excitement about the acquisition, highlighting the potential for growth in thermal management services. He emphasized the importance of extending Jabil's reach to new markets that demand efficient thermal solutions, such as automated test equipment for semiconductors, batteries, energy storage systems, and electric vehicles.

Meanwhile, Mikros Technologies' CEO, Drew Matter, shared his enthusiasm about joining forces with Jabil, emphasizing the opportunity to scale their liquid cooling capabilities to meet the needs of top global brands. The collaboration between the two companies is expected to drive innovation in thermal management solutions and enhance their competitiveness in the market.