Eaton’s Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Power Ohio Statehouse

Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation today announced the installation of six public Pow-R-Station Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations on the “green level” of the Ohio Statehouse underground parking garage.

“Eaton is honored to help the Ohio Statehouse prepare to meet the coming demand from electric vehicle drivers and offer solutions that promote clean transportation,” said Tom Schafer, vice president and general manager, Eaton’s Electrical Sector. “This is an important part of Eaton’s initiative to build an electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the country, and we congratulate the Ohio Statehouse for being the first in the nation to provide this important service.”

The Statehouse, a 150-year-old building that serves as both a place of learning and the state’s working seat of government, is the first in the country equipped to provide electric vehicle charging to the public. The charging stations take a typical electric car battery from zero to full in six to eight hours and operate at a rate of fifty cents per hour, payable by credit card.

With an estimated 40 million plug-in electric vehicles expected to be on the nation’s roads by 2030, the State of Ohio Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) partnered with Eaton for the project in order to establish electric vehicle charging stations in the Statehouse parking garage and provide easy access to energy for area electric vehicle owners. With extensive measures to advance sustainability, such as the electric vehicle chargers, energy-efficient lighting, green cleaning products, a recycling program and conveniently placed bicycle racks, CSRAB has shown a deep commitment to achieving maximum sustainability.

“By making electric vehicle charging stations available for drivers, the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board is taking the lead in promoting energy efficiency,” said William E. Carleton, CSRAB executive director. “The Ohio Statehouse is committed to going green and promoting clean energy, and the installation of this equipment is another example of that commitment.”

Eaton is focused on creating innovative and affordable technologies that help customers reduce their impact on the environment. For more than 20 years, Eaton has been developing innovative electrical and hybrid power systems for commercial vehicles. Eaton is the only company to offer hybrid-electric and hybrid-hydraulic systems for commercial vehicle applications, as well as the charging and networked charging management infrastructure for commercial and residential applications. Eaton offers a complete line of electric vehicle chargers for residential and industrial application and has a presence in communities across North America.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

What is Class I Division 2?

Image
A Class I Division 2 is a location: (1) In which volatile flammable gases, flammable liquid-produced vapors, or combustible liquid-produced vapors are handled, processed, or used, but in which the liquids, vapors, or gases will normally be confined within closed containers or closed systems from which they can escape only in case of accidental rupture or breakdown of such containers or systems or in case of abnormal operation of equipment, or (2) In which ignitable concentrations of flammable gases, flammable liquid-produced vapors, or combustible liquid-produced vapors are normally prevented by positive mechanical ventilation, and which might become hazardous through failure or abnormal operation of the ventilating equipment. Class I Division 2 Classification Class I Division 2 refers to the ANSI/ISA 12.12.01 standard. This standard was previously UL1604 until UL recommended the newer ANSI/ISA standard be used and that all hazardous location products be certified under this standa
Read more

FUSE SIZING CONSIDERATIONS FOR HIGHER EFFICIENCY MOTORS

Image
When selecting the proper fuse for short circuit protection in motor starting applications, it is important to not only ensure that the fuse will not nuisance open during motor start up times, but also that the fuse will coordinate as required with overload relays. When sizing fuses between 125% and 150% of the motor nameplate current, several advantages, including ease of coordination with an overload device, a smaller disconnect, and increased short circuit protection from a lower fuse rating, can be achieved. However, if sizing at this level prevents the motor from starting, it may then be necessary to increase the fuse ampere rating and it then becomes important to know the NEC sizing limitations. As of June 1, 2016, the US Department of Energy has mandated that newly manufactured electric motors will need to meet NEMA Premium® efficiency standards. As motor efficiencies increase, motor locked rotor currents can also be expected to increase. In addition to this, with across-the-lin
Read more

7/8 16UN Connectors that Provide 600 Volts and 15 Amps

TURCK announces new A-Size 3 and 4-pin 7/8 16UN powerfast™ connectors that provide up to 600 Volts and 15 Amps of power. These IP67 rated connectors provide a modular wiring system designed to handle high current applications for machine power distribution, while providing resistance to vibration commonly associated with conveyors, motors and material handling applications. The cordsets are available with a tray rated, exposed run PVC flexlife ® cable, with or without STOOW rating, and 14 AWG wires that allow you to replace hard wiring with a robust, quick disconnect system that saves the time and money spent installing a conduit system. The A-Size powerfast line offers male and female, straight connectors, standard and custom lengths, and pigtails or extensions. To make the system complete, fully encapsulated mating receptacles, with 1/2”-14 NPT mounting threads are available.
Read more