Smart charging logistics at the depot
When the charging system knows how far each vehicle has driven and when it leaves again, charging can be planned – to the right level, at the right time and at the right price.
Vehicles and charging in one system
At a depot with electric vehicles, charging becomes part of operations. A vehicle that was not charged overnight cannot leave in the morning, and if every vehicle charges at full power at once, there is rarely enough capacity.
When CHARGE is used together with GO or FLEET, the system knows which vehicles leave first and how much they need. Charging can then be shifted to hours with lower prices and without peaks. Smart charging typically saves 30–50 percent of the charging cost.
Every vehicle is charged
- to the right level – enough for the next trip
- at the right time – vehicles leaving first charge first
- at the right price – in hours with lower prices
- without peaks – within the depot’s limit
How it fits together
Vehicle data, charging and energy work together in Vialumina’s platform.
Driving patterns from FLEET
Daily distance and when vehicles are used form the basis for charging needs.
Control in CHARGE
Chargers are controlled via OCPP – any make in the same system.
Load balancing
Power is shared between chargers within the site limit.
Electricity price
Charging is placed in cheaper hours while vehicles are parked anyway.
With E-DEPOT
Solar and battery are coordinated with charging for more own power and lower peaks.
Alerts on interruptions
Interrupted sessions and faults trigger alerts so no vehicle is left uncharged.
Frequently asked questions
How much can we save?
Smart charging typically saves 30–50 percent of the charging cost, depending on electricity prices, capacity fees and how the vehicles are used.
Do we need both CHARGE and FLEET?
CHARGE works on its own, but charging logistics work best when the system also knows the vehicles via GO or FLEET.
Does it work with solar and batteries?
Yes. With E-DEPOT, solar production and the battery are part of the control too. Read more about shaving power peaks.