Torus Unveils Integrated Energy Storage and AI-Driven Cybersecurity Solutions for Commercial Properties

BISWIRE/Oct. 25, 2024 — Torus, a leader in advanced energy storage and management, today unveiled a suite of innovative commercial solutions designed to revolutionize grid stability, enhance cybersecurity, and address critical national security challenges at the 47G Zero Gravity Summit in Salt Lake City, Utah. The new product lineup tackles the growing concerns of grid instability and cyber threats in the energy sector, with recent studies showing that cyberattacks on energy infrastructure have nearly doubled over the past year.

"Our new product lineup answers urgent and complex energy challenges faced by utilities, businesses, and government entities," said Nate Walkingshaw, co-founder and CEO of Torus. "We're not just offering products; we're providing vertically integrated solutions that enhance reliability, safety, and security in an increasingly volatile energy landscape."

By designing, engineering, and manufacturing products in the United States, Torus directly addresses critical national security concerns. This approach ensures that vital energy technologies remain under domestic control, reducing vulnerabilities in the supply chain and reinforcing the integrity of America's energy infrastructure.

The groundbreaking Torus commercial product lineup includes:

1. Torus Nova Spin: An advanced Flywheel Energy Storage System (FESS) offering rapid response capabilities for grid stability and backup power, with twice the lifespan of traditional batteries and a response time of less than 250 milliseconds.
2. Torus Nova Pulse: A state-of-the-art Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) designed for long-duration energy storage and grid support, scalable from four to eight-hour charge and discharge capabilities.
3. Torus Nova Shield: A robust energy security appliance specifically engineered to protect energy infrastructure from emerging threats, utilizing AI-driven threat detection.
4. Torus Overwatch: A comprehensive cybersecurity and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) platform that ensures the safety, security, and optimal performance of energy assets through multi-layered security measures and predictive maintenance.
5. Torus Lasso: Energy asset management software that maximizes efficiency and performance across diverse energy portfolios, potentially reducing operational costs by up to 30%.

Torus's solutions address critical needs across various sectors:

• Utilities: Reduce grid congestion, maintain frequency and voltage stability, and expand capacity with energy storage integration
• Data Centers: Bring new facilities online with integrated energy generation, storage, management, maintenance, and security solutions
• Commercial and Industrial Buildings: Lower operating costs by 30%, provide emergency backup, and reduce GHG emissions by up to 90%
• Defense and Government: Power facilities with secure, reliable microgrid solutions, capable of operating independently from the utility grid
• Residential Communities: Provide every home in your community with reliable, affordable, green power

"The Zero Gravity Summit is the perfect platform to showcase how Torus is tackling energy challenges that directly impact national resilience and security," added Walkingshaw. "As geopolitical tensions rise and climate challenges intensify, the need for robust, secure energy solutions has never been more critical."

Looking ahead, Torus plans to expand its research into next-generation energy storage technologies and further enhance its AI-driven cybersecurity capabilities. The company aims to play a pivotal role in shaping a more resilient and sustainable global energy ecosystem.

Torus invites all Zero Gravity Summit attendees to connect with the Torus team for live demonstrations of their new product lineup. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience firsthand how Torus's integrated solutions can transform their energy infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen cybersecurity defenses.

About the 47G and the Zero Gravity Summit: At 47G, our mission is to make Utah the nation’s premier ecosystem for aerospace and defense companies. We bring together academic institutions, service providers, government, and community partners to foster talent, fund entrepreneurship, and fuel innovation in Utah, America’s deep tech frontier. The Zero Gravity Summit is a global gathering of leaders in national security and frontier technology. Held on October 24, 2024, in Salt Lake City, Utah, the event highlights critical issues at the intersection of energy, national security, and cybersecurity.

For more information visit https://www.47g.org/ and https://www.zerogravitysummit.com

About Torus: Founded in 2021, Torus is a Utah-based energy solutions company dedicated to making energy storage and management more efficient, affordable, and sustainable. With a focus on American manufacturing and innovation, Torus designs, engineers, and manufactures its products in the U.S., empowering communities to achieve energy independence and resilience.

For more information about Torus, please visit www.torus.co. For media inquiries, contact: press@torus.co.