AMPECO, a global provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging management software, and i-charging, a high-power dc charging hardware manufacturer, announced a partnership to deliver fully NTEP/CTEP-compliant charging solutions. While the partnership spans business opportunities globally, the compliance addresses United States regulatory requirements.
Integrating i-charging’s dc hardware with AMPECO’s comprehensive software platform supports Charge Point Operators (CPOs) in meeting the stringent regulatory requirements for commercial charging infrastructure throughout the US market, with particular attention to California’s enhanced standards.
The partnership addresses the now-implemented NIST Handbook 44 (HB 44) requirements for EV charging equipment across the United States. Since January 1st, 2025, states nationwide have enforced these metering and pricing transparency standards, with California’s CTEP program maintaining particularly stringent compliance verification.
“With regulatory requirements now fully in effect, CPOs must ensure their networks meet compliance standards,” explained Michael Greenberg, SVP of Growth with AMPECO.
The i-charging dc chargers, which are already CTEP certified and now integrated with AMPECO’s platform, feature advanced displays that deliver real-time pricing information, billing data, and payment processing.
This ensures drivers are charged transparently for the energy they use, while enabling CPOs to fully meet key NTEP/CTEP requirements, including:
- Transparent display of all pricing tiers before charging begins
- Continuous display of pricing and running costs throughout charging sessions
- Accurate measurement and recording of electrical output in kWh
- Maintenance of pricing calculations even during internet connectivity loss
- Clear labeling of maximum power output
- Field-testable accuracy verification
- Comprehensive receipts that itemize all charging costs
This strategic collaboration leverages i-charging’s established presence across five continents and AMPECO’s expertise in delivering hardware-agnostic charging management software solutions in over 65 countries worldwide. i-charging brings significant global experience from its market positions in Europe, South America, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East.
Its dc hardware line ranges from 50 kW to megawatt charging systems. The flagship blueberry dc stations feature up to four charging ports in a single unit, with developments underway to expand to eight ports and support for Megawatt Charging System (MCS).
AMPECO’s software platform, supporting over 170 charging network operators globally, complements i-charging’s hardware with comprehensive software platform capabilities. Fully compliant with NTEP/CTEP requirements, AMPECO’s CPMS ensures network operators’ conformity in meeting the extensive electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) requirements.
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