EV Charging Technology

Technical guides on DC fast charging, OCPP protocols, connectors, and charging infrastructure.

22 articles
EV Charging Technology 2026-07-27

Demand Charges Are Killing Your Fleet Charging ROI — How Load Management Fixes It

Demand charges can cost 0K+/month for fleet depots. Load management cuts peak draw by 50-70%, saving thousands annually.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-07-27

Fleet Charger Uptime: Why 97% Matters and How to Actually Achieve It

NEVI requires 97% charger uptime. Fleet operators need higher. Predictive maintenance, modular hardware, and OCPP remote management explained.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-07-27

Fleet Charging + Telematics: Integrating Charging Data with Fleet Management

Connect your charger backend to fleet telematics for automated charging prioritization, demand charge avoidance, and maintenance coordination.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-07-27

Modular vs. Monolithic DC Fast Chargers: Why Architecture Matters for Fleet Uptime

Modular DC chargers with hot-swappable power modules deliver 99.7% uptime vs. monolithic. Compare cost, reliability, and expansion for fleet depots.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-07-27

Centralized vs. Distributed Power Architecture for Fleet Charging Depots

Centralized power cabinets vs distributed chargers at each parking spot. Compare cost, reliability, cable runs, and expansion for 10-100 vehicle depots.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-07-27

Liquid-Cooled vs. Air-Cooled DC Fast Charging Cables for High-Utilization Fleets

Liquid-cooled cables weigh 60% less than air-cooled at 500A. Compare ergonomics, maintenance, thermal performance, and MCS readiness for fleet charging.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-07-09

Elastic Load Balancing for EV Charging: How It Works and Cuts Grid Costs

Elastic load balancing adapts EV charging power to real-time grid, building, and vehicle conditions. Learn how it reduces demand charges and avoids utility upgrades.

Read More
Tech Blog 2026-06-18

China EV Charger Manufacturer: Why Buyers Source FBK

China produces 60% of global EVs and most charging hardware. Learn why global buyers source UL-certified chargers from FBK POWER.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-06-15

EV Charging Levels Explained: L1 vs L2 vs DC Fast

Compare AC Level 1, Level 2, and DC fast charging by speed, cost, and best use case for homes, fleets, and commercial sites.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-06-12

How DC Fast Charging Works: From Grid to Battery

DC fast chargers convert AC grid power to DC for the battery. Learn the technical process and power electronics.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-06-10

CCS vs NACS vs CHAdeMO: EV Charging Connector Guide 2026

Compare CCS, NACS (Tesla), and CHAdeMO connectors for commercial EV charging deployments in 2026.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-06-08

EV Charging Load Balancing: Cut Infrastructure Costs

Load balancing lets multiple EV chargers share limited grid capacity without expensive upgrades. Static vs dynamic explained.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-05-28

Smart Charging 101: OCPP, Load Balancing & Pricing

Smart charging lowers fleet energy costs and grid impact. Learn OCPP, dynamic load balancing, and demand response in plain terms.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-05-25

EV Charger Cooling: Air vs Liquid vs Phase Change

Cooling is critical for 480kW chargers. Compare air, liquid, and phase-change cooling by power level, climate, and maintenance.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-05-22

IP Ratings for EV Chargers: IP54, IP55, IP65 Explained

IP ratings determine outdoor EV charger suitability. Learn dust and water protection for different environments.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-05-20

Megawatt Charging System (MCS): Heavy-Duty Truck Guide

MCS delivers 1-3.75 MW for electric trucks and buses. Learn timeline, infrastructure needs, and manufacturer readiness.

Read More
Tech Blog 2026-05-06

UL Certified EV Chargers: 2026 Buyer Verification Checklist

UL 2594 and UL 2251 are mandatory for North American EV chargers. Learn how to verify certification claims and avoid permit delays.

Read More
Tech Blog 2026-05-05

OCPP 1.6 vs 2.0.1: Which Protocol for Fleet Charging?

OCPP 1.6 is proven for fleet and public networks. OCPP 2.0.1 adds security and Plug & Charge. Compare both for your deployment.

Read More
Tech Blog 2026-05-03

Scale EV Fleet Charging: 10 to 100+ Vehicles Guide

Scale fleet charging in phases with modular DC fast chargers, smart load balancing, and OCPP backend management.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-05-01

AC vs DC EV Charging: Commercial Site Buyer Guide

AC Level 2 and DC fast charging serve different commercial needs. Compare cost, installation, speed, and ROI for fleets and retail.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-04-22

Modular DC Fast Charging: Scale from 30kW to 480kW Easily

Modular DC fast chargers use hot-swappable power modules. Add capacity without replacing cabinets as your fleet grows.

Read More
EV Charging Technology 2026-04-16

Off-Grid EV Charging: Backup Power & Emergency Resilience

Portable power stations and battery systems create resilient EV charging networks that survive grid outages.

Read More