In combination with the current Combined Charging System (CCS), Siemens‘ Megawatt Charging System (MCS) is expected to become a game-changer in heavy-duty electrification. According to the company, MCS charging can successfully contribute toward sustainable long-distance transport for heavy-duty vehicles.
Siemens’ Smart Infrastructure recently completed the first successful 1-MW charge, in a pilot project that brought together a prototype MCS charging station from Siemens and a long-haul prototype eTruck from a well-established OEM.
The growing demand for zero-emission transportation solutions remains pertinent for long-distance haulage with several opportunities for fleet operators.
To drive further progress in the sustainable transformation of this high-emitting transport sector, Siemens has introduced a prototype of the SICHARGE MCS.
Based on the existing portfolio, the MCS consists of multiple SICHARGE UC150 power cabinets, a switching matrix, and a customized MCS dispenser.
The switching matrix is the central element in the MCS, bundling the output power of the charging stations and, depending on the requirement, directing the power to the MCS dispenser. Batteries commonly used in eTrucks could be charged from 20 to 80% in about 30 minutes at a suitable charging station with an output of around one megawatt.
“Especially in long-distance transport, electric trucks and coaches will need fast MCS during the legally prescribed driving time break,” said Markus Mildner, CEO eMobility, Siemens Smart Infrastructure. “To ensure nationwide distribution of this, various requirements must be met including on the governmental side. However, the successful test brings us a big step forward on the technology side and underlines our ambition to actively make transport more sustainable.”
eMobility in long-distance haulage with numerous opportunities for fleet operators Heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) are responsible for more than 25% of greenhouse gas emissions from road transport in the European Union.
The electrification of long-distance trucking will change the business model of transport companies and create room for competitive advantage on several levels. More and more customers of transport companies are attaching importance to CO₂-neutral transportation of their goods.
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