5 steps to your own charging infrastructure

1. Check requirements – understand needs and location

Before you start, you should determine your individual charging requirements: How many vehicles should be able to charge at the same time? What charging capacity is required and how will the stations be used? Location factors such as parking space size, connection options and accessibility also play a key role. The better the planning is tailored to actual use, the more efficiently the charging infrastructure can be operated later on.

2. Planning the charging solution – with a view to the future and scalability

Good planning is crucial. It includes both technical and organizational aspects:

• – Number and position of charging points

• – Power requirements and grid connection

• – Communication interfaces, authorization and billing

• – Expansion options for future vehicles or user groups

It is advisable to work with specialist partners in order to correctly classify technical requirements and funding conditions.

3. Ensuring energy supply – efficiency through load management

A stable energy supply is the basis of any charging infrastructure. Before installation begins, it should be clarified with the grid operator whether sufficient capacity is available.

Intelligent load management ensures that the available energy is optimally distributed to all charging points. This avoids peak loads, reduces costs and protects the grid infrastructure. If photovoltaic systems are also integrated, the solar power generated can be used directly for charging – a plus point for sustainability and cost-effectiveness.

4. Implementation and installation – professional and efficient

The installation should only be carried out by certified electricians. In addition to the actual installation, this also includes issues such as civil engineering, grid connection, safety testing and, if necessary, fire protection. Technical acceptance is required before commissioning. It confirms that all safety, communication and power distribution requirements have been met.

5. Operation, administration and maintenance – keeping an eye on everything

After commissioning, the actual operation begins. Transparent monitoring is important to keep an eye on energy flows and usage. Regular maintenance and software updates ensure that the charging points function reliably. Anyone operating a large number of charging points should use a system that combines billing, user administration and load management centrally.

The implementation of a charging infrastructure requires well thought-out planning, technical expertise and the right control system. With intelligent energy management, professional installation and central management, you create the basis for efficient, sustainable charging operations. reev offers the right support for this – from the software for administration and billing to the energy management system for dynamic load control.