In simplest terms, EV charging is just charging any of your other gadgets, such as a smartphone. You connect one end of the cable to your car's charging port, with its other end connected to the power source.
Charging stations use the same power that we have in our household, only that it requires more supply for commercial use. Business locations frequented by people install EV charging stations where drivers pay, park, and charge their vehicles.
The more charging stations available, the better for commuters because they won't have to worry about running out of batteries. In return, businesses that initially invested in installing EV chargers benefit by generating more income.

Many factors affect the power requirements of EV charging stations. To give you an accurate answer, we encourage you to contact us at Cube Automation so we can discuss your specific needs and products.

As a business owner, EV charging stations come with many advantages. Here are some of the many reasons to make this smart move:

• • Attract and retain more customers
• • Generate additional income
• • Be ahead of your competitors
• • Boost the value of your property
• • Contribute to bigger environmental goals
• • Create an environmental-friendly profile for your company

The actual cost changes with the fluctuating power prices and also differ in every location.
In Australia, EV charging stations can collect anywhere between $0.30 to $0.65 for every kWh charged. Standard charging costs around $0.30, rapid/fast charging revolves around $0.40, while ultra-fast chargers charge $0.60 or more depending on the power output.
Note that there are different ways to collect charging fees. You may collect fees on a per-hour, per-session, or per-unit rate.

As an investment, it is imperative to keep your EV chargers well-maintained and monitored at all times. Make sure to regularly monitor the diagnostics and performance report to spot any problems before they become a bigger issue. Attend immediately to any repair requirements, and schedule and make time for regular preventive maintenance.
The overall cost varies depending on many factors, but on average, you may need an annual budget of $400 for each charger.

Finding the best location is crucial for the success of your EV charging station. The three most important considerations are power supply, transportation in the area, and the demographics of the potential users.
You'd want to build your charging station in a location where the power supply is reliable and sufficient. Also, consider the number of travellers in the area, their routes, and the distance they can travel from Point A to Point B before they would need to recharge their vehicles. Finally, find a spot that is beneficial to users—a location where they pass regularly or where their travel time would be reduced if they stopped by your charging station.
In general, urban areas are better because of more traffic lifestyles. The lifestyle in these areas is generally fast-pacing, meaning many would want to have chargers ready while on the drive.

This varies on a case-to-case basis, so we encourage you to contact us at Cube Automation for expert advice.
But in general, these are the factors we initially look at:

• • Type of charger
• • Power output design
• • Charging station layout
• • Location accessibility
• • Existing wirings and upgrades

The best charger for your business and location would depend on your overall business goals, customer demographics, capital availability, and site layout.
Cube Automation offers free advice to our clients. Contact us today so we can discuss your requirements and goals.