ABM, the installer of electric vehicle (EV) chargers in the United States, has made a significant move by introducing its own branded lineup of EV chargers. Partnering with software developer Noodoe, ABM has taken the initiative to bring charger technology in-house, offering a range of outputs and charge speeds.
With a strong presence in the parking and transportation services sector for the past five decades, ABM has expanded its operations into EV infrastructure over the last ten years. To date, they have successfully facilitated the installation of over 28,000 chargers across the US, working with various original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as Ford Model e and major transit hubs like LAX. However, until now, ABM has relied on external companies for the development and manufacturing of the technology it installs.
Today, ABM unveiled its new lineup of chargers, catering to three distinct segments of EV drivers. The offerings include Level 2 chargers, a Level 3 pile specifically designed for electric fleets, and ABM EV OS, a cloud-based operating platform developed in partnership with Noodoe.
The Level 2 AC Charging Stations provide power outputs ranging from 6.6 to 19.2 kW. These chargers are suitable for commercial, municipal, or residential parking locations, including airports, hotels, hospitals, universities, commercial or residential parking lots, stadiums, and sports venues.
On the other hand, the Level 3 DC Fast Chargers offer a comprehensive range, starting from 24 kW DC wallboxes that are ideal for commercial parking, auto dealerships, workplace facilities, and fleets. The lineup also includes high-powered stations with an impressive 350 kW output, specifically targeted at commercial EVs like buses and trucks. Although the 24 kW option may not qualify as a “fast charger,” ABM’s 350 kW capability is notable, even if its current marketing efforts focus on fleets. While the compatibility with NACS (National Association of Convenience Stores) standards is yet to be confirmed, it is expected to evolve as more charging networks adopt this standard.
In addition to the new chargers, ABM also introduced ABM EV OS, a software solution that enables customers to optimize the user experience autonomously. Whether operating a single charging station or managing a network across multiple locations, ABM EV OS offers features such as monitoring, remote operation management, reporting, automatic infrastructure diagnostics, and customizable payment processing. This software empowers users to minimize operational costs effectively.
ABM’s President and CEO, Scott Salmirs, expressed enthusiasm about the company’s new branded EV technologies, emphasizing their commitment to sustainable infrastructure and energy solutions. Salmirs sees this as a significant step forward that positions ABM as a frontrunner in the evolving EV infrastructure industry, enabling them to cater to the growing needs of their clients through a single source.
