Ziegler Energy Solutions, Kempower partner on EV fleet fast charging

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EV charger manufacturer Kempower and Ziegler Energy Solutions team up to provide electric vehicle fast charging infrastructure for commercial fleets.
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Ziegler Energy Solutions (ZES), which specializes in emerging electrification technologies, has partnered with electric vehicle (EV) charger manufacturer Kempower to develop a new EV fast charging infrastructure for commercial fleets, enabling ZES to become a Kempower certified dealer. 

In other words, U.S. and Finland-based Kempower is providing the DC fast chargers/hardware while ZES is handling critical infrastructure, sales and service, and other necessary energy management solutions. 

“As businesses and municipalities increasingly transition to electric fleets, reliable and adaptable EV charging infrastructure with the highest uptime is paramount,” said Troy Monson, General Manager of Ziegler Energy Solutions. “Partnering with Kempower enables us to deliver scalable, user-friendly solutions that support our customers’ electrification goals and operational needs.”

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Thanks to its new status as a Kempower certified partner, ZES now offers customers with access to Kempower's advanced EV charging systems, expertise in installation, maintenance, and ongoing support, as well as optimized inventory management allow for maximum vehicle uptime and better overall efficiency.

ZES can also provide customers with other vital hardware like solar arrays, battery energy storage systems, and microgrid technology. It also offers a leasing program, assistance in securing grants, and other related incentives. 

“Ziegler Energy Solutions becoming a Kempower Certified Partner aligns with their mission of being a trusted partner in the journey toward electrification,” said Marcus Suvantom, vice president of sales, Kempower. “Together, we’re delivering solutions that meet our customers’ needs today while helping them charge forward into the future.”

[Related: DOE invests $68M for HD truck charging infrastructure]

Additional Kempower projects include a partnership with Provirdis to build an underground DC fast-charging station in France.

[Related: French companies develop underground DC fast chargers]

Jay Traugott has covered the automotive and transportation sector for over a decade and now serves as Senior Editor for Clean Trucking. He holds a drifting license and has driven on some of the world's best race tracks, including the Nurburgring and Spa. He lives near Boulder, Colorado, and spends his free time snowboarding, climbing, and hiking. He can be reached at [email protected].

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