The fully electric Volvo L25 wheel loader and ECR25 excavator can both charge from the EV ARC delivering smooth and quiet, emission-free performance. The EV ARC on display is equipped with EnvisionTrak patented solar tracking system, conductive charging connectors, and an innovative wireless charging solution from WiTricity which can enable equipment operators to re-charge their machines by simply parking them on Envision’s EV ARC. Charging takes place wirelessly removing the need for operators to plug in. Envision Solar recently announced a new patent-pending on its wireless charging enabled EV ARC product.
The construction industry is facing tightening environmental regulations across the globe. Noise pollution and exhaust emissions are facing increasing scrutiny from regulatory bodies. The costs and risks associated with using liquid fuels such as diesel or gasoline on construction sites are increasing. Electric construction machines dramatically reduce environmental impacts while delivering very high performance. Yet the lack of available grid-powered electricity on sites leads to the requirement for diesel-powered generators in many cases.
“We invited Envision Solar to be part of our booth this year to show a truly sustainable EV charging solution that works at real-world job sites” said Ray Gallant, VP, Sales Support, Region North America of Volvo Construction Equipment. “Up until now, construction EVs needed a diesel generator or grid connection to charge their equipment. Technology like the EV ARC 2020 gets us a giant leap closer to the industry’s vision for an emissions-free future.”
Envision Solar CEO, Desmond Wheatley, added that by 2029 the majority of construction, agriculture and mining vehicles sold will be electric-powered electric construction machines are an important part of the company’s future.
The EV ARC can silently and cleanly supply all the charging required by electric construction equipment without the need for permits, electrical work or utility bills. Charging can take place during the day or night and during inclement weather because the unit is equipped with onboard energy storage batteries. It is transportable, can be deployed in as little as four minutes and can easily be moved from site to site as construction demands change. It also comes equipped with an emergency power panel which can be used to power other construction equipment while on site.
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