Portable Electric and Volvo Construction Equipment Unveil 48 Volt DC Fast Charging Capability
In a landmark collaboration aimed at revolutionizing the construction industry's approach to off-grid electric equipment charging, Volvo Construction Equipment and Portable Electric introduce the PU130 mobile charging unit, designed, engineered, and built by Portable Electric. The unit enables rapid recharging of electrified construction equipment, which significantly reduces downtime and increases job site productivity.
With Portable Electric’s proprietary 48-Volt direct current fast charging technology integrated, the PU130 offers advantages for construction sites by providing the ability to rapidly recharge equipment over a lunch break, which enables users to service a full workday and beyond. In addition to recharging electrified construction equipment at a 20kW charge rate, the PU130 can simultaneously provide 40 kW of job site power to support tools, lighting, office trailers, and more.
The PU130 hybridizes with other power generation systems for extended power, ensuring continuous operation with minimal environmental impact. As with all power and charging solutions from Portable Electric, the PU130 offers connectivity with Neuron OS for remote monitoring. With real-time data, analytics, and GPS tracking, users can remotely monitor the PU130's performance, optimize charging schedules, and ensure maximum efficiency. This connectivity feature further enhances job site productivity and allows for proactive maintenance, maximizing uptime.
Volvo PU130 Quick Specs:
· AC Output: 40 kW
· Low Voltage DC Fast Charging: 20 kW
· Storage Capacity: 130 kWh
· Neuron OS-enabled wireless monitoring platform for real-time data, analytics, and GPS
Ray Gallant, vice president of Volvo Construction Equipment, expressed his enthusiasm for adding the PU130 to Volvo's product offerings. "The PU130 represents a significant milestone in our journey towards sustainable construction practices. By partnering with Portable Electric, we are delivering cutting-edge solutions that exceed our customers' expectations."
"We are incredibly proud to partner with Volvo Construction Equipment in bringing the PU130 to market,” added Keith Marett, CEO of Portable Electric. “This first-of-its-kind unit is a testament to our team's dedication in helping reduce the use of carbon-intensive fuels at construction sites worldwide. By removing a key barrier of adoption, electrified equipment users can now reduce their downtime and increase their productivity through our rapid recharging technology.”
Volvo presented the PU130 at ACT Expo last month in Las Vegas.
For more information, visit volvoce.com and portable-electric.com.
