Volvo CE, Portable Electric Collaborate on PU130
BY AsphaltPro Staff
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) and Portable Electric have collaborated to offer off-grid electric equipment charging with the PU130. This mobile charging unit, designed, engineered and built by Portable Electric, enables rapid recharging of electrified construction equipment.
With Portable Electric’s proprietary 48-volt direct current fast charging (DCFC) technology integrated, the PU130 offers advantages for construction sites by providing the ability to rapidly recharge equipment over a lunch break. In addition to recharging electrified construction equipment at a 20-kW charge rate, the PU130 is designed to simultaneously provide 40 kW of job site power to support tools, lighting, office trailers and more. Moreover, the PU130 seamlessly hybridizes with other power generation systems for extended power, ensuring continuous operation with minimal environmental impact, according to the manufacturer.
As with all power and charging solutions from Portable Electric, the PU130 offers seamless connectivity with Neuron OS for remote monitoring. With real-time data, analytics and GPS tracking, users can remotely monitor the PU130’s performance, optimize charging schedules and ensure maximum efficiency. This connectivity feature further enhances job site productivity and allows for proactive maintenance.
Volvo PU130 Quick Specs:
- AC Output: 40 kW
- Low Voltage DC Fast Charging: 20 kW
- Storage Capacity: 130 kWh
- Neuron OS-enabled wireless monitoring platform for real-time data, analytics, and GPS
Portable Electric CEO Keith Marett said, “We are incredibly proud to partner with Volvo Construction Equipment in bringing the PU130 to market. This first-of-its-kind unit is a testament to our team’s dedication in helping reduce the use of carbon-intensive fuels at construction sites worldwide. By removing a key barrier of adoption, electrified equipment users can now reduce their downtime and increase their productivity through our rapid recharging technology.”
Volvo displayed the PU130 at its booth during ACT Expo in May.