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PORTIGEN: Power To Go

Edge Computing Power Station

1. The Problem

For industrial IoT deployments, remote monitoring, and edge computing applications:

  • Current solutions force businesses to choose between power OR computing, not both
  • Cloud dependency creates high latency (50-200ms) that's unacceptable for critical applications
  • Harsh environments (-20°C to +40°C) challenge reliable deployment
  • Fixed infrastructure requirements limit flexibility and increase costs
  • Certification and compliance barriers delay market entry
  • High upfront hardware costs hinder scalability

2. Our Solution: Portigen

All-in-one autonomous outdoor power + edge computing station

  • 500Wh power capacity in a compact cylindrical design (60cm x 16cm, 16kg)
  • Ultra-low latency edge computing (<5ms) for real-time processing
  • IP67 weather-protected for harsh environments
  • Weeks of autonomous operation without maintenance
  • Hardware-as-a-Service model eliminates certification hurdles and upfront costs

Development Stage: Commercial product available since February 2025 (GTIN 5907433410909)

Evidence of Product-Market Fit:

  • 2 construction firm pilot projects demonstrating real-world value
  • 50+ Letters of Intent for Q2 2025 deployments
  • Partnerships with system integrators already established

3. Market Size & Scalability

Edge Computing Market:

  • $44.7 billion in 2022, projected to reach $101.3 billion by 2027 (17.8% CAGR)
  • IoT deployments growing at 22% annually
  • EU Industrial IoT market: €450 billion opportunity by 2025

Scalability:

  • Hardware-as-a-Service model allows rapid scaling without manufacturing constraints
  • Base technology adaptable to multiple market verticals
  • Recurring revenue model ensures predictable growth
  • Service can be deployed throughout EU without recertification

4. Competition & USP

Competition:

  • Traditional power stations (EcoFlow, Jackery, Goal Zero) - lack computing capabilities
  • Cloud service providers - high latency, require infrastructure
  • Industrial edge computers - dependent on fixed power

USPs:

  • Only solution combining power + edge computing in ONE system
  • 60% lower energy consumption than hybrid cloud/edge systems
  • <5ms latency vs. 50-200ms in cloud solutions
  • IP67-rated with -20°C to +50°C operating range
  • Hardware-as-a-Service model eliminates certification barriers
  • Ready for deployment in minutes vs. hours/days for alternatives

IP Strategy: Patent application being prepared for our integrated power management and edge computing architecture

5. Business Model & Go-to-Market

Hardware-as-a-Service (HaaS) Model:

  • Basic: €99/month per unit
  • Professional: €199/month per unit with enhanced support
  • Enterprise: Custom pricing for fleet deployment
  • All plans include maintenance, updates, and support

Cost Structure:

  • Hardware production: €499 per unit
  • Monthly maintenance/support: €49 per unit
  • Gross margin: 60-75% at scale

Go-to-Market Strategy:

  1. Focus initially on construction, industrial monitoring, and security verticals
  2. Expand through system integrator partnerships in each target country
  3. Direct sales to enterprise customers requiring customized deployments
  4. EU-wide expansion planned for Q3 2025, starting with Germany and Poland
  5. Partner with key IoT platform providers for technical integration

6. Team

  • Tom Sapletta, Founder

    • Expert in industrial monitoring solutions
    • Background in DevOps, Hardware and Software development
    • 15+ years experience in IoT and edge computing

  • Growing Team:

    • Hardware engineering specialists
    • Edge AI developers
    • Sales and partnership managers
    • Support specialists with 24/7 availability

7. AI Founders Fit & Program Goals

Why AI Founders is perfect for us:

  • Portigen's edge computing platform is ideal for AI deployment at the edge
  • Our next development phase focuses on implementing local LLMs and computer vision
  • We need AI expertise to optimize edge AI performance with limited resources

During the 3-month program, we aim to:

  1. Develop an AI-optimized edge computing architecture for Portigen
  2. Create a voice interface for hands-free operation in field deployments
  3. Build a demonstration of computer vision capabilities for security applications
  4. Design a predictive maintenance AI solution for industrial customers

Support we're seeking:

  • Technical expertise in edge AI optimization
  • Connections to potential customers in industrial and security sectors
  • Guidance on scaling our Hardware-as-a-Service model internationally
  • Support in securing next funding round to accelerate EU-wide expansion