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Schneider Electric has just given its Charge Pro commercial Level 2 EV charger a sweet upgrade that includes NACS support, app-free charging, and a quicker setup process.
Charge Pro is built for apartment buildings, workplaces, fleets, and public and destination charging sites across the US. It’s now available with either a J1772 or NACS connector and in configurations up to 80 amps, so site owners can accommodate a wider range of EVs.
Drivers don’t have to download yet another charging app, either. They can start a session by scanning a QR code without creating an account. It’s a small feature that can make a big difference at places like hotels, where drivers may only charge occasionally.
Charge Pro includes a year of EV Connect Software+ at activation. The cloud-based platform lets operators remotely monitor charger performance, control access, track usage, monetize the stations, and support drivers.
Schneider has also simplified the commissioning process to get chargers online faster. The hardware is covered by a five-year warranty, and the package includes proactive monitoring and driver support. The company says it built the system using its own cybersecurity practices to protect charging operations and data.
More chargers without overload
Installing commercial EV chargers isn’t just about attaching boxes to a wall and plugging in. Apartment buildings, offices, and fleet depots often have limited electrical capacity, and upgrading that infrastructure can get expensive fast.
That’s where Schneider Electric’s wider energy management comes in. Charge Pro can connect with the company’s electrical infrastructure to balance charging loads and squeeze more use out of the power already available at a site, including Schneider’s panelboards, switchgear, and circuit-protection equipment.
“Charge Pro brings together hardware, software, and Schneider Electric’s electrical expertise to deliver a more streamlined and dependable charging experience while helping advance energy technology across commercial environments,” said Shawn Bonacorsi, head of Electrification Solutions, Schneider Electric, North America Operations.
Schneider is working with certified installers, including Qmerit, to install Charge Pro and help customers expand their charging sites in the future.
The upgraded Charge Pro is now available through Schneider Electric’s distributors, installers, and EV infrastructure integrators.
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