More and more companies are choosing to deploy charging points in their facilities to promote electric mobility among their employees, and in this context, Smart Wallboxes is positioned as an ideal ally.
“We have signed a contract to supply 150 chargers for the car parks of a company in the concrete and cement sector,” explains Elis Álvarez González, CEO of the firm, in conversation with Mobility Portal España.
And he anticipates: “But there will not be 150, there are already projections and between 180 and 200 teams will be assembled.”
In the project, the Viaris UNI + model from Orbis has been implemented.
Specifically, 22 kilowatt (kW) devices and some operating in single-phase mode at 7.4 kW.
Why Orbis? The Spanish manufacturer with more than 70 years of experience in the electrical components sector has “reliable, trouble-free” products.
“When you work in an industrial environment, you want to install equipment that doesn’t fail and is backed by a great brand,” says Álvarez González in this regard.
The chargers, designed for the private use of employees, are located at the company’s facilities in Barcelona, Teruel, Pontevedra and Jaén, among others.
The charging system is managed through the Orbis OCPP platform, which provides real-time data on the use of the equipment and its status, allowing any potential problems to be viewed and managed remotely.
Users have the e-Viaris App available for use, which allows remote management and configuration, as well as viewing the consumption of the electric vehicle.
The contract is currently 60% complete and is expected to be completed between the end of this year and early 2025.
According to the CEO, the project is not a simple process of installing chargers, but requires prior preparation.
“Before presenting a quote to the client, we carry out a complete project development to determine the required wiring, the appropriate type of equipment, the inclusion of a meter and other necessary technical aspects,” he says.
It also assists in the processing of aid and permits.
In this way, Smart Wallboxes offers comprehensive design and technical advice, which makes it easier for you to obtain contracts with large corporations that value the service from start to finish.
What is the motivation behind the contract?
As one of the companies with the greatest environmental impact, it is currently seeking to adopt more sustainable practices, improving its positioning and strengthening its corporate social responsibility.
In this context, in one of the latest installations, 20 electric vehicle chargers were installed in photovoltaic canopies, which, in addition to supplying power to the chargers, protect the vehicles from the sun and rain.
This success story positions Smart Wallboxes in the corporate sector for large-scale clients.
“We love the challenges that large projects offer and we are specialising in this,” says Elis Álvarez González.
In fact, they currently have several projects underway to install more than 20 chargers.
The objective of each contract is to achieve the highest quality available, incorporating the latest technical features on the market.
This approach reflects its commitment to accompanying its customers in the transition to electric mobility, as well as supporting them in improving the energy efficiency of their homes and commercial establishments.
What makes Smart Wallboxes different?
The company currently stands out for its installation of electric vehicle chargers in three segments.
In the residential sector, it implements efficient and safe equipment that allows users to enjoy the convenience of charging their cars at home.
In community car parks, deploy devices with dynamic power management and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity, thus ensuring maximum charging autonomy for cars.
In the business sector, it offers charging solutions for vehicle fleets and employees, contributing to the reduction of the corporate carbon footprint.
The company’s portfolio of services also includes the installation of solar panels, allowing customers to generate their own clean energy and reduce the cost of their electricity bill by up to 80%.
As renewable energy experts, they also design photovoltaic systems so that users can sell their surplus to the electric company or store it for nighttime use.
