WAUKEGAN, Ill., Oct. 7, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Telefonix®
Inc., a leading developer of cord reel technology and manufacturer
of PowerPost® commercial electric vehicle charging stations
(EVSEs), announces the installation of 13 L2 PowerPost™ EV chargers
at Alliant Energy headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin as part of a solar power
technology research program.
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In order to evaluate how effective the latest solar technologies
are in Wisconsin's climate,
Alliant Energy is launching a solar demonstration project that will
include the installation of more than three dozen unique renewable
energy features over the next few years. In phase one of this
multi-year project, Alliant Energy will install solar power
canopies over 50 parking spaces, solar café tables, and over 1,000
solar panels from multiple manufacturers with 11 different types of
panels being used. The 13 PowerPost EV Charging Stations are being
powered by the building, but the solar energy generated will offset
total building consumption.
"As a Midwest company ourselves, we are excited to see other
organizations taking the lead in these types of research
initiatives that will be critical in the adoption of sustainable
energy solutions in the coming years," said Bill Williams, Business Develop Manager at
Telefonix Inc. "Alliant Energy's solar lab will help answer a lot
of questions about solar energy in the Midwest and help move forth
renewable energy as a whole."
Alliant Energy's project will place solar energy features in
various locations, angles and elevations to gather information on
the best way to optimize Midwestern solar energy. A unique
interface available both onsite and on the internet will allow
anyone to view real-time performance data of the solar lab.
"We are excited about this innovative demonstration project and
view it as a learning laboratory for research that our customers
can view on a regular basis," said John
Larsen, president of Alliant Energy's Wisconsin utility. "This multi-year effort
will enable our company and our customers to discover the many ways
solar energy and renewable technology can be used in a Wisconsin setting."
About The PowerPost® EVSE Product Line
The Telefonix
PowerPost electric vehicle charging station product line is focused
on low current solutions for commercial parking lots or garages
where cars are parked for two or more hours. The L1 PowerPost EVSE
led the way as the first commercial Level 1 EV charging station,
and the L2 PowerPost EVSE is making an impact on the Level 2
product category as the first low current, commercial Level 2 EV
charging station. All PowerPost chargers provide an economical
charging solution that also features a retractable cord reel that
eliminates the clutter and potential hazards of long cables as well
as offering the potential for custom branding. Telefonix is
delivering on electric vehicle charging innovations with a cost of
ownership that creates a win-win for both the EV driver and the
parking facility.
Visit www.PowerPostEVSE.com for more information.
About Telefonix®, Inc.
With over 25 years in business
and more than 60 patents issued to date for its innovations,
Telefonix is a leader in cord reel technology. In addition to its
portfolio of cord reel products, the company also designs and
manufactures custom electronics for customers in highly regulated
industries. In 2011, the idea to leverage the company's
capabilities to address unmet needs in the electric vehicle
charging station market was born. Today, the same proven cord reel
technology that flies on more than 80% of long-haul aircraft is
designed and incorporated into the PowerPost® commercial
low-current electric vehicle charger product line. Based in
Waukegan, Illinois, the Telefonix
team is adept at delivering smart solutions to market. With a staff
of highly skilled engineers, project managers, manufacturing
experts and more, the Telefonix team delivers the quality product
you expect and service you need for success.
Contact:
Logan Fox
Media Relations
TELEFONIX INC.
Email
(847) 821-3058
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SOURCE Telefonix Inc.