Charging stations for commercial vehicles

Install a charging stations for your electric commercial vehiclesoffers many tangible benefits for your company:

• Time-saving No need to search for a public charging station, your vehicles can be recharged directly on site.
  
• Maximum availability Your vans are ready to get back on the road in no time thanks to the right charging system.
  
• Long-term savings The cost of recharging is much lower than at public stations.
  
• Simplified organization You can schedule refills around your working hours, without having to queue at a petrol pump.
  
• Responsible image Showing that your company is investing in more sustainable mobility is an asset for your customers and partners.

Charging stations for commercial vehicles

Wall-mounted terminal

Wall-mounted charging stations are a compact, easy-to-install solution, ideal for businesses with limited space or for garages. They offer average charging power of up to 22 kW three-phase, and are ideal for small commercial vehicles. Their cost is generally lower than that of floor-mounted charging stations.

Free-standing bollard

Free-standing charging stations are often chosen for parking lots or outdoor areas, which are then equipped with several charging points, making them ideal for fleets of commercial vehicles. Some are also suitable for fast charging and can deliver over 50 kW, ideal for large vans and other commercial vehicles.

High-speed terminals

Fast direct current (DC) charging stations are needed for commercial vehicles that require rapid recharging between trips. These charging stations can deliver between 50 and 150 kW, enabling a commercial vehicle to be recharged in less than an hour. They are more costly to install, but indispensable if your vehicles do a lot of driving and need to be ready quickly between two journeys.

The cost of installing a charging stations for commercial vehicles depends on a number of factors:

1. Terminal power

A 22 kW wall-mounted charging station does not cost the same as a 150 kW rapid charging station. The higher the wattage, the more technology and equipment are required.

2. Site configuration

The distance to the electrical panel, the need for connection work and the layout of the parking lot also influence the budget.

3. Type of use and services included

A company with a single commercial vehicle has different needs to a fleet of ten vans. The price also depends on integrated services: diagnostics, installation, commissioning, maintenance and follow-up.

As each installation is different, it is essential to carry out a study with one of our experts to define the solution best suited to your needs and budget.

Request a free a free estimate and receive a clear, customized proposal.

Charging time for a van

It all depends on three things:

• Battery size the larger the battery, the longer it will take.
  
• Bollard power The more powerful the bollard, the faster it goes.
  
• The vehicle itself Some models cannot use all the power of the terminal.
  

In practice :

• With a 50 kW terminalterminal, you’ll get back around 100 to 150 km of range in half an hour.
  
• With a 150 kW terminalterminal, you can recover around 300 km in 20 minutes.
  
• The most powerful terminals (350 kW) can reach 80% battery capacity in 15 minutes, but only certain vehicles can take advantage of them.
  

Tip: aim for 80% charge is often sufficient, as the last 20% takes longer to fill to protect the battery.

There are several well-known manufacturers of charging stations for commercial vehicles, including Wallbox, Alfen, Smappee, Schneider Electric, EVBox and ABB. Each brand offers solutions tailored to business needs, with intelligent features such as charging management and connectivity.