Konect set to transform EV charging
with a turnkey solution purpose-built for the
forecourt
- Konect delivers a comprehensive turnkey electric vehicle (EV)
charging infrastructure specifically designed to enhance fuel
retailers' ROI and accelerate the transition to electric
mobility
- Launched today at UNITI expo, Konect encompasses a unique,
fully integrated, site-wide suite of market-leading power
electronics and software to deliver seamless EV charging
- Konect can be fully integrated with Gilbarco Veeder-Root's
existing full-site fueling payment and service solutions, and has
been developed to maximize profitability in the convenience
environment
- Gilbarco Veeder-Root has formed a strategic alliance with SK
Signet Inc., a leading global manufacturer of EV charging
solutions, to co-develop a best-in-class EV charging system
designed for fuel retailers
- Konect is live in the USA and
Europe, with further markets to
follow
- More detail on the Konect business can be
found here for the U.S. market, and here for the
European market. Further information on Gilbarco Veeder-Root is
available here
- High-resolution imagery can be downloaded here
STUTTGART, Germany,
May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/
-- Gilbarco Veeder-Root (GVR), worldwide leader in retail and
commercial fueling and convenience technology, has launched Konect
– a powerful electric vehicle (EV) recharging ecosystem designed
specifically for the fuel retail industry.
Launched today at UNITI expo, the leading trade fair for the
fuel retail sector, Konect offers a unique, fully integrated,
site-wide suite of market-leading EV charging hardware and software
solutions for businesses wanting to install their own EV charging
infrastructure while driving down costs and maximizing return on
investment (ROI).
Konect's mission is to create the most compelling business case
for fuel retailers to install EV charging on their sites. They do
this by minimizing upfront capital and ongoing operating expenses
while unlocking new profit pools, creating a meaningful ROI.
Konect provides wrap around support – including consultancy,
installation, maintenance and customer service. It's a flexible,
streamlined solution which enables customers to future-proof their
facilities without distracting them from their core business. At
the heart of the solution is a state-of-the-art EV charging system,
co-developed with global EV charging technology leader, SK Signet
Inc.
Developed for seamless integration capability with Gilbarco
Veeder-Root's existing full-site fueling, payment and service
solutions, Konect enables new profit opportunities for fuel
retailers, while empowering them to accelerate the journey to
electric mobility. Fleet operators are also able to specify a
turnkey, seamlessly connected EV charging offering that optimizes
operational efficiency and delivers a smooth transition to
electrification.
Dave Coombe, President,
Gilbarco Veeder-Root, said: "At Gilbarco Veeder-Root, we are
forging a future where charging for EVs isn't just a necessity, but
a profitable venture globally – and we are seeing exciting growth
in this area for our business and clients. With the launch of
Konect, we are signaling our commitment to helping customers
transcend current limitations in the EV charging market and
accelerate value realization for their business."
Om Shankar, Vice President & General Manager, Konect,
said: "EV adoption is at a critical point, with people and
businesses needing confidence to make the switch. Widely accessible
charging infrastructure is the key to further uptake, and we aspire
to remove hurdles and build an incredible business case for fuel
retailers to play a major part in the EV transition.
"Gilbarco Veeder-Root already offers some of the best software
and payment capability in the world, and we're working with a
leading EV charger developer, SK Signet, to provide the most
powerful recharging ecosystem our industry has ever seen. Konect is
fully integrate-able with our existing full-site solutions, and is
poised to help supercharge the transition to electric
mobility."
A seamless EV charging offering with fully integrated
technology
Konect is ready to support and manage every step of the EV
charging journey, including site selection and funding options,
providing market-leading hardware and software solutions, and
integration with on-site energy storage, loyalty schemes and
point-of-sale equipment.
The deep strategic alliance with SK Signet has been built from
the ground-up to deliver the best EV charger for fuel retailers'
needs. The new system utilizes a common dispenser design unique to
Konect, deployable across distributed and all-in-one charging
applications. The dispenser features innovative payment, media and
loyalty technology from Gilbarco Veeder-Root, and SK Signet's
industry-leading DC fast-charging infrastructure – combining to
deliver a seamless charging experience for businesses and
end-users.
Jung-ho Shin, Chief Executive Officer, SK Signet Inc,
said: "The gap in readily available and accessible EV charging
infrastructure is a major barrier to the broad adoption of electric
vehicles. By integrating SK Signet's fast-chargers into the Konect
platform, we will meet the needs of current and future EV drivers
by providing more convenient, seamless and reliable charging
solutions."
Defined by a hard-wearing, ergonomic design, ease-of-use and
maintenance are central to the charging system. A high-brightness
LCD touchscreen features an intuitive user interface, adaptable
depending on customer needs, complemented by an OTA-updatable
FlexPay 6 'Invenco by GVR' card reader that enables fast, seamless
payment. The adaptable 17-foot charging cable provides freedom and
flexibility in use, while an optional safety switch allows users to
immediately stop charging if required.
The intelligent charging infrastructure is an integral part of a
broader, fully integrated ecosystem. Based on a central cloud-based
platform, the network connects multiple on-site services – from the
point-of-sale payment and loyalty systems, to localized energy
management and off-grid charging solutions. The ecosystem can also
be adapted for fleet operators' requirements – enabling businesses
in both sectors to maximize operational efficiency and
profitability.
SK Signet, based in Seoul, South
Korea, will manufacture the EV charging equipment for Konect
in the U.S. and Korea.
More detail on the Konect business can be found here for the
U.S. market, and here for the European market. Further information
on Gilbarco Veeder-Root is available here.
ABOUT GILBARCO VEEDER-ROOT
Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide
technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations,
offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the
forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150
years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing
long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven
reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank
gauges and fleet management systems. For more information, please
visit: www.gilbarco.com.
ABOUT SK SIGNET
SK Signet is an industry-leading global EV fast-charging
solutions provider, developing smart, convenient charging solutions
for all types of electric vehicles. The company manufactures DC
fast-charging solutions with power ranges from 30 kW to 400 kW and
was a pioneer in receiving UL certification for its 350 kW
ultra-fast charger in the U.S. in 2018.
SK Signet is majority owned by SK Inc., the strategic investment
arm of SK Group. Based in Seoul,
SK Group is South Korea's
second-largest conglomerate with companies that are global leaders
in semiconductors, energy, and life sciences. For more information,
visit sksignet.com.
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