SFO Tech partners with US-based Smart IOPS to manufacture data storage hardware in Kochi
Through the tie-up, SFO has integrated Smart IOPS’ proprietary ‘TruRandom’ controller technology into its production lines, the company said in a press release. This will allow SFO to build high-performance solid state drives (SSDs, the fast, reliable storage components needed to run heavy artificial intelligence workloads, data centres, and supercomputers), the statement added.
SFO Technologies, a flagship company of Kochi-based NeST Group, has teamed up with US-based Smart IOPS to manufacture advanced AI data storage hardware at their Kochi facility, according to a recent press release. This partnership marks a significant milestone for local high-tech manufacturing in India.
Through the collaboration, SFO has incorporated Smart IOPS' proprietary 'TruRandom' controller technology into their production lines. This integration enables SFO to manufacture high-performance solid state drives (SSDs), which are critical for powering demanding artificial intelligence workloads, data centers, and supercomputers. The press release highlights that manufacturing AI-grade hardware in India demands a higher level of precision, complex circuit design, and stringent thermal control.
N Jehangir, chairman of the NeST Group, expressed pride in the partnership with Smart IOPS. He emphasized that the collaboration aligns with the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, underscoring SFO Technologies' dedication to pioneering advanced design and manufacturing while supporting India's emergence as a trusted global hub for AI infrastructure.
Radhakrishnan Nair, co-founder of Smart IOPS, stated that producing the controller in Kochi demonstrates that India can provide a reliable, high-precision supply chain needed for world-class AI computing. The partnership further strengthens India's position in the global semiconductor ecosystem and provides international tech companies with a dependable manufacturing base in Asia.
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