Commercial Installation

As the world shifts towards cleaner energy sources, Electric Vehicles (EV) are becoming increasingly popular in London and other major cities around the world. With this surge in EV usage, the demand for electric vehicle chargers is also increasing rapidly.

Commercial places such as office buildings, shopping centres, and public car parks are recognising the need to install EV charge points to accommodate the growing number of EV drivers in London.

We will explore the benefits of installing EV chargers in commercial places and how London EV Chargers can help with installation.

Benefits of Installing EV Charge Points in Commercial Places

  • Attract and Retain Customers: By installing EV charge points, commercial places can attract and retain customers who drive electric vehicles. Offering charging facilities can make a business stand out from competitors and can help customers feel that the business is environmentally conscious and modern.

 

  • Increase Revenue: EV drivers typically spend more time in commercial places while their vehicles charges, providing additional opportunities for businesses to generate revenue. For example, drivers may browse stores or visit cafes or restaurants while waiting for their EV to charge.

How London EV Chargers Can Help

  • Support Sustainability Goals: Installing EV charge points can help businesses demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint. This can be especially important for businesses that are seeking to comply with local sustainability regulations or are looking to improve their environmental reputation.

 

  • London EV Chargers are a professional and experienced company that specialises in the installation of electric vehicle charge points in commercial places. They offer a wide range of services, including site surveys, charger selection, and installation, as well as ongoing maintenance and support.

 

  • Site Surveys: London EV Chargers can perform a site survey at no cost to assess the specific requirements of the commercial place and to determine the optimal location for the charge points. They can also advise on the number and type of chargers that are needed to meet the demand.
  • Charger Selection: London EV Chargers can help commercial places select the most suitable charge points based on the available space, budget, and charging requirements. They offer a range of chargers, including fast, rapid, as well as dual-socket and tethered chargers.
  • Installation: London EV Chargers can handle the entire installation process, from arranging the necessary electrical work to installing the charge points and testing them to ensure they are functioning correctly.

 

  • Ongoing Maintenance and Support: London EV Chargers offers ongoing maintenance and support to ensure that the charge points remain in good working order and to address any issues that may arise. This can include regular servicing, remote monitoring, and 24/7 technical support.

Case Study – Thermo Fisher Scientific

London EV Chargers Installed Stations at Thermo Fisher Scientific

If you’re an employer with dedicated parking spaces, the most effective way to provide chargers is to install them in a proportionate number of bays according to the number of electric vehicle (EV) drivers. We suggest adopting a ratio where chargers are shared among staff, as this guarantees optimal utilisation levels.

This efficiency means that staff enjoy the lowest industry rates for electricity, leading to reduced costs for charging their vehicles at work. Moreover, as demand increases, it’s straight forward to install additional chargers.

The Challenge: Balancing Critical Power with EV Demand

Thermo Fisher Scientific, a global leader in scientific research, presented us with a unique challenge: Installing high-power EV chargers without jeopardising the stable electricity supply required for critical research and pharmaceutical testing.

Key considerations for this complex site included:

  • Power Protection: The absolute necessity of protecting sensitive laboratory equipment from electrical issues.
  • Access Control: The need to strictly limit charging access to authorised staff and visitors only.
  • Scalability: The requirement for immediate charging capability with built-in expansion potential.

The Solution: The Robust Ratio EV I08 System

We collaborated closely with the Thermo Fisher Scientific team to specify and install the commercial-grade Ratio EV I08 charging system. This robust unit was selected as the central component for its proven reliability in public and commercial environments. The entire installation was executed efficiently by our professional team over a period of just 13 working days.

  • Capacity: We installed three dual-socket Ratio EV I08 units, immediately providing six charging points for fast charging.
  • Critical Power Protection: To address the critical power challenge, we deployed a smart energy management system. This technology actively monitored the site’s power usage to maximise charging speeds while ensuring the total electrical demand never exceeded safe limits, protecting all critical site equipment.

Management & Access: The system was managed using the Fuse Charge Point Management Services (CPMS), which ensured:

1. Strict Access Control: Use was limited to staff (via a mobile app) and visitors (via a QR code).

  1. Remote Control: Our clients gained the ability to monitor and manage the entire network remotely.

Futureproofing: We installed all necessary groundwork to easily add an additional six sockets when the company expands its electric fleet.

A Successful Infrastructure Upgrade

The successful installation of the durable Ratio EV I08 charging solution at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Hemel Hempstead site demonstrated our ability to implement high-capacity EV infrastructure that met the most rigorous operational requirements. We were proud to have helped Thermo Fisher achieve its goals of providing a valuable, secure employee amenity while protecting its critical power assets.

Conclusion

Installing Electric Vehicle charge points in commercial places can provide numerous benefits, including attracting and retaining customers, increasing revenue, and supporting sustainability goals. London EV Chargers are a professional and experienced company that can help commercial places with every aspect of the installation process, from site surveys, grant applications to ongoing maintenance and support. Commercial places can become more environmentally conscious and attract the growing number of electric vehicle drivers in London.