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EFLOW Co., Ltd.

High-Efficiency Axial Flux Motors & Hydrogen Powertrains for Next-Generation Mobility

Specialization

High-Torque AFPM Motors

Smart Power Modules

Keywords

AFPM
In-Wheel Motor

EFLOW develops Axial Flux Permanent Magnet (AFPM) motors and hydrogen power modules that deliver exceptionally high torque, efficiency, and compactness.
The company’s modular AXDRIVE system integrates AFPM motors, AI-based Battery Management Systems (BMS), and fuel-cell modules into a unified lightweight powertrain for electric and hydrogen mobility platforms.
EFLOW’s motors are already mass-produced and deployed in European delivery cargo bikes, outperforming leading competitors such as HEINZMANN and BOSCH.

(1) Owned Technology

AFPM Motor (European Patent):
- Delivers 250% higher torque and 60% weight reduction vs. radial motors.
- Compact and thin structure enables direct in-wheel integration for cargo bikes and e-scooters.
- Achieves energy savings of 30% compared to conventional electric delivery vehicles.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Module:
- Extends driving range by 3× (from 40 km → 150 km).
- Shortens refueling time (3 hours → 2 minutes).
- Operates 8+ hours per charge, improving delivery service uptime by 25%.
AI-BMS (Battery Management System):
- Real-time state-of-charge prediction and safety control for hybrid (H₂ + battery) systems.
Patents: 16 registered, 6 pending, 4 designs; 6 PCT international applications; 4 trademarks registered.

(2) Applied Products

AXDRIVE M3 Series: High-performance AFPM motor modules for cargo bikes.
AXDRIVE H2 Power Module: Hydrogen-electric hybrid powertrain for long-range micromobility.
AXDRIVE CTRL System: Sensorless motor control unit with integrated ECU for smart driving.

(1) Problem Definition / Development Background

Delivery logistics demand eco-friendly yet high-performance transport options, but existing EV motors suffer from heavy weight, limited torque, and long charging times.

(2) Value Proposition / Solution

EFLOW’s AFPM motors and hydrogen systems overcome these barriers by combining ultra-lightweight power density with zero-emission operation.
Compared to traditional EVs, EFLOW’s hydrogen micromobility systems:
- Reduce carbon emissions by 94% (194 g/km → 6 g/km).
- Lower total ownership cost by 84% (EV €4,140 → Cargo bike €716).
- Deliver 40% faster deliveries with 60% greater efficiency.

Performance Leadership: Torque up to 135 Nm, weight under 2.9 kg, outperforming global brands BOSCH and HEINZMANN.
Global IP Portfolio: 22+ patents, 6 international PCTs.
Industry Recognition:
- UN SDGs Excellence Award
- Samsung ‘22 Technology Award
- SLUSH 2024 Korea Winner
- LG SuperStart & Infineon Tech Spark Award
Exclusive Mass Production: Only small-to-mid-sized company globally capable of AFPM motor mass production.

Partners: SNT Motiv (mass production), LG Electronics, Hyundai Motors, Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute (KERI)
Production Capacity: 25,000+ motors/year (Changwon facility)
Shareholders: Founder 54.7%, KERI 9.4%, Quantum Mobility Value Fund, Smart IBK, KR Ventures, POSTECH Holdings, Enlight Ventures, KDB Quantum Mobility VC, etc.

(1) PoC Progress

Europe:
- 3-year exclusive contract with EU OEM partners (e.g., SCOOBIC, AKKURAD, Systemic Energy).
- 1M USD M3 motor contract; over 803 units delivered (2024).
- Pre-orders (2025): 3,500 sets (SCOOBIC 1,340 / AKKURAD 1,200).
Germany: PoC with Deutsche Post (2024–2026) for hydrogen cargo bikes.
Japan: Selected for Plug&Play Tokyo mobility accelerator.
France: Hydrogen mobility demo at 2024 Paris Olympics.

(2) Global Expansion

Europe (2024–2026): Establishing Hamburg office; expanding to U.K., Netherlands, and Italy.
Asia-Pacific (2025–2027): Partnerships for hydrogen delivery platforms.
North America (2026–2030): Expansion through EFLOW North America LLC (Michigan).