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Charging Infrastructure

Increasingly, with climate change a growing concern and governmental targets to decarbonise transport, cities are opting for electric buses rather than diesel. These buses carry batteries on board that need to be re-charged periodically, for which a number of different charging options exist. Battery electric buses can be charged at plug-in stations or by using special wireless charging pads. Another type of electric bus is the capacitor vehicle – a traction vehicle using supercapacitors to store electricity. These can be re-charged at bus stops under electric umbrellas. Another area of charging infrastructure for buses includes the overhead wires that is used by trolleybuses. One emerging technology for buses is the use of hydrogen fuel cells. This technology requires hydrogen refilling stations for buses.

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    • Pantograph Charging

      Pantograph Charging

      Pantograph charging is a method of charging electric buses in depots or at specific charging stations through an inverted pantograph that is mounted on a gantry or mast. In a depot setting, buses are parked under overhead charging stations with a pantograph mounted on a rigid arm. The pantograph is lowered on to the bus's roof-mounted charging receiver, allowing for a fast and efficient charging process. Alternatively, pantograph charging can also be used as opportunity charging along a route, with the charging stations installed at bus stops or other key locations where buses can briefly stop and recharge. This section features suppliers who manufacture pantograph charging systems or components for these systems.

    • Plug-in Charging

      Plug-in Charging

      Plug-in chargers for buses are a type of electric vehicle charging infrastructure that require a physical connection between the charging station and the bus. These chargers are similar to the ones used for conventional electric cars and rely on a plug-in cable that connects to a charging port on the bus. Typically, plug-in chargers are used in depots or at specific charging stations, and they offer a reliable and convenient method of charging electric buses. They require the bus to be parked and physically connected to the charging station.

    • Wireless Charging

      Wireless Charging

      Wireless or induction charging is a method of charging electric buses without the need for a physical connection to a charging station. This technology uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy from a charging pad installed on the ground to a receiving pad mounted on the underside of the bus. This allows for easy and convenient charging, as buses can be charged while stationary or even while in motion. Wireless charging offers many benefits to bus operators, including reduced downtime for charging, increased operational efficiency and improved passenger experience.

    Featured Charging Infrastructure Suppliers

    • Schunk


      Schunk Transit Systems is one of the world's leading suppliers in the field of reliable power transmission technologies.

    • Comeca Group


      Comeca Group offers integrated, ultra-fast smart charging solutions for buses, as well as vehicle charging and power distribution solutions.

    • ENRX


      ENRX is developing wireless charging solutions, including dynamic charging capabilities, with its Primove charging family.

    Suppliers

    • Schunk


      Schunk Transit Systems is one of the world's leading suppliers in the field of reliable power transmission technologies.

    • Comeca Group


      Comeca Group offers integrated, ultra-fast smart charging solutions for buses, as well as vehicle charging and power distribution solutions.

    • ENRX


      ENRX is developing wireless charging solutions, including dynamic charging capabilities, with its Primove charging family.

    • Siemens


      Siemens is a leading provider of innovative systems, solutions and products for all kinds of medium & heavy duty electric commercial vehicle…

    • Electreon


      Electreon has developed technology that charges EV's dynamically as they drive and statically as they park, eliminating range anxiety.

    • Ebusco


      Ebusco is a pioneer and a forerunner in the development of electric buses and charging systems, mainly for the European market.

    • Heliox


      Heliox provides the ideal charging solutions to keep your vehicles running on the road smoothly and efficiently.

    • PSI Transcom GmbH


      PSI Transcom GmbH develops process control solutions for transport companies to ensure reliable, safe and efficient operations.

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