Electrada Enhances EV Charger Uptime for Vanderbilt University

Electrada's mission is to deliver comprehensive service for fleet operators involves integrating hardware, site development, software, and vehicle expertise. For Vanderbilt University's project, rapid operational readiness post-commissioning was vital to avoid disruption to the campus community.

Electrada Enhances EV Charger Uptime for Vanderbilt University

with Ampcontrol

The Challenge

Energy Management

Data Access and OCPP

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Electrada, a pioneer in providing 360-degree charging-as-a-service (CaaS) solutions, revolutionizes fleet management by offering integrated EV charging solutions. This case study highlights the successful collaboration between Electrada and Ampcontrol, culminating in a remarkable 99% charger uptime at Vanderbilt University's Nashville campus. Key factors contributing to this success included thorough evaluation of charging station hardware, meticulous pre-commissioning in Electrada's lab, and the efficient implementation of Ampcontrol's smart charging software.

This case study showcases Electrada's expertise in delivering high-efficiency EV charging solutions and Ampcontrol's pivotal role in enhancing the operational efficacy of EV charging stations. Their collaboration represents a significant stride in advancing EV infrastructure and operational efficiency.

>99%
Site Uptime

Electrada's operations team, utilizing Ampcontrol’s automatic alert system and dashboard, ensured the site was fully operational before the academic year, promptly addressing and resolving potential issues.

45%
Peak Power Reduction Through Smart Charging

By adopting Ampcontrol’s AI-powered smart charging software, Electrada significantly reduced total power demand, accelerating project deployment and lowering monthly costs.

1 Day
Charger Commissioning

The efficient training and tools from Ampcontrol, combined with Electrada’s robust pre-commissioning process and team collaboration, enabled commissioning of all new chargers in just a single day.

Challenges

High Uptime Requirement

Given the near-daily operation of Vanderbilt University’s shuttle buses, Electrada needed to guarantee 99% site uptime to maintain the essential campus transportation service.

Limited Grid Capacity

A critical requirement was to manage on-site power demand effectively. Electrada sought a solution to limit power consumption while ensuring timely vehicle departures, compatible with any OCPP charger and highly reliable.

Operations and Monitoring

The operations team's need for real-time and historical vehicle and charging data necessitated a user-friendly dashboard to simplify daily operations.

Solution

On-Time Buses with >99% Uptime

Ampcontrol’s engineering team worked closely with Electrada and Vanderbilt University, ensuring a seamless integration that guaranteed on-time bus departures with minimal disruptions. The automatic alert system and dashboard were instrumental in quickly addressing any interruptions.

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Effective Power Demand Management

Ampcontrol’s AI-driven software enabled Electrada to cut total power demand by about 45%. This smart charging approach averted the need for complex grid upgrades and reduced monthly utility expenses.

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User-Friendly Monitoring

The compatibility with OCPP chargers and integration with vehicle telematics allowed Electrada to efficiently monitor operations remotely. The comprehensive dashboard provided a complete overview of each vehicle, including location, distance traveled, and more, streamlining operations for Electrada and Vanderbilt University’s fleet managers.

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Electrada Enhances EV Charger Uptime for Vanderbilt University

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7Gen Operates with >99% Charger Uptime at Last-Mile Delivery Sites

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WattEV Maximizes Charger Uptime at North America's Largest EV Truck Site

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Reducing Demand Charges of Revel's Vehicle Fleet

Revel's mission is to accelerate EV adoption by providing the infrastructure and services that make it easy to go electric. Founded in Brooklyn, NY, in 2018, Revel currently operates in New York City, Washington D.C., San Francisco, and Miami.