EV charging network expansion opportunities
One of the key factors limiting the development of electromobility in Poland is the insufficient charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. The current shortages in the number and availability of charging stations significantly hinder the implementation of long-distance journeys in electric cars, which is a significant barrier to the popularisation of this technology.
A possible solution to this problem is to use existing elements of the street lighting infrastructure to expand the car charging network. This strategy facilitates the installation of charging points, eliminating the need for time-consuming and expensive work related to the installation of new power lines. The main advantages of this method are:
A possible solution to this problem is to use existing elements of the street lighting infrastructure to expand the car charging network. This strategy facilitates the installation of charging points, eliminating the need for time-consuming and expensive work related to the installation of new power lines. The main advantages of this method are:
An example of existing lighting infrastructure in Poland
The motivation to develop charging stations integrated with lighting columns becomes obvious if we look at the typical outdoor lighting infrastructure found in Poland. Here we have cables with large cross-sections of 25m/35 m2 that allow for conducting high current, and therefore powering devices requiring high electrical power.
How can it be used?
Existing lighting infrastructure can be adapted to the needs of charging electric vehicles in several ways. Possible solutions include: separating a phase from the lighting circuit, using columns with built-in control sub-distributions, and implementing modern luminaire management systems. Each of these options allows for efficient use of infrastructure while minimising costs and interference with existing installations.
EV Family
We have introduced charging stations integrated with lighting columns to the market, ensuring maximum use of available space.
These products include:
These products include:
SAL EV
A column that combines lighting with electric vehicle charging. In the slim SAL EV housing, we have fitted all the components required for public charging stations, including an electricity meter compliant with the MID directive, electrical protection, an RFID reader facilitating the authorisation process, and multi-coloured charger status signal. The station supports the OCPP protocol, thus enabling integration with the management and billing system. It is available in power versions from 3.7 kW to 22 kW.
KARIN LED EV
A small lighting column that is an alternative to tall columns. It is often used in single-family housing estates, at hotels, restaurants and city car parks. The charging station can be integrated with an external management system using the OCPP protocol. It offers charging power from 3.7 kW to 22 kW. Its functionality guarantees users an intuitive vehicle charging process.
KARIN LED EV BASIC
A version of the charging station designed for individual users. Intended for use on private properties. Does not have communication modules.
