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Benefits of an Electric Car Charger for Your Business
April 30, 2020
Benefits of an Electric Car Charger for Your Business
Electric car chargers can give your business a unique boost. Electric car ownership has grown over the years and many owners are in need of electric car chargers as they do drive around. You can take advantage of this increased need with an electric car charger placed outside your business in your parking lot. Here is more information about the different electric car charger levels, how they help your business, and their benefits.
How Do Electric Car Chargers Work?
Electric car chargers are available in three different levels. Here are some of the differences between the different types.
Level One
Level one is the most economical, but it is also the slowest way to charge an electric vehicle. Electric car owners at home mostly use level one. It doesn't have much commercial benefit because the car would need to be plugged in all day to receive any use at all.
Level Two
Level two is a bit faster than level one, but car owners at home still primarily the target audience. However, it can have practical commercial benefits. If your customers tend to stay around for at least an hour, then a level two may work fine for your business. This level is also good if you mostly use chargers for your employees’ vehicles or the company fleet. Level two chargers draw more power draw than level ones.
Level Three/DC Fast Charge
Level three, also known as DC fast chargers, is the fastest way to charge, but also require more power and maintenance than any other charger. These chargers give a high percentage of charge in the time it takes for most people to shop or eat. This makes them very attractive to customers who are in more of a hurry.
When you consider which level you need, think about your customer's needs as well as your own. These three types have different power requirements and charge times. Consider a networked system to accept credit cards to offset the costs. However, this may turn off some customers.
Why Are Electric Car Chargers Beneficial?
The business and environmental benefits of electric car chargers are numerous. For one, they make your business more attractive to customers. If you are in a highly competitive area, then providing your customers with a charge station may give you a competitive advantage. Customers who use chargers tend to stick around while they charge up their cars. This increases the chance they would spend more money.
The main environmental benefit of electric car chargers is it encourages more people to buy electric cars. Many people are hesitant to buy electric cars because they are concerned that they will run out of charge before they can get back home. You can provide an additional place for them to charge up. More electric car ownership also means less fossil fuel use and improved air quality.
What Maintenance Do Electric Car Chargers Need?
Level one and two chargers are easy to maintain and rarely require attention. However, level three chargers need regular maintenance and extra equipment. These chargers are more complicated, so be sure to have an electrician check them over regularly. Take into mind that these will be in a public place, so protect your equipment. The charge cord particularly is known to be a target of vandalism and accidents.
Electric car chargers provide an extra incentive to your customers and could benefit your business as well. Make sure you hire a professional electrician to install and maintain your equipment. Beckstoffer-Welsh Inc. has experts who can set these stations up for you and maintain them as well. We can also work on other electrical improvements for your parking area. Give us a call and speak to one of our representatives.
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