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DEFA sets the new standard with a pure OCPP 2.0.1 in AC chargers approved by Switch EV!
DEFA, a leader in EV charging solutions has brought the new benchmark in AC chargers to market. This innovation is significant not only for DEFA but also for Switch EV, a leading provider of OCPP based charging management software. Together, DEFA and Switch EV are pioneering advancements in EV technology, with DEFA Power leading the way as the AC charger that fully implements the OCPP 2.0.1 standards. This collaboration ensures that DEFA Power integrates seamlessly into modern charging infrastructures, significantly enhancing the user experience.
DEFA Power: The Future of AC Charging
DEFA Power marks a monumental leap forward as an AC charger that fully implements OCPP 2.0.1 standards. OCPP 2.0.1 represents the pinnacle of interoperability and functionality in EV charging protocols. By embracing OCPP 2.0.1, DEFA Power ensures seamless integration with charging infrastructure and paves the way for enhanced user experiences.
The protocol enables better monitoring capabilities for Charge Point Operators (CPOs), allowing for predictive maintenance and higher charger uptime for EV drivers, as well as native support for user-friendly Plug & Charge powered by ISO 15118, eliminating the need for card readers, RFID cards, or apps.
Collaboration with Switch EV
In an exciting development, Switch EV, a leading provider of charging software, has officially approved DEFA power for their OCPP 2.0.1 implementation. Switch EV is certified for OCPP 2.0.1 by the Open Charge Alliance while additionally supporting legacy protocol OCPP 1.6 This strategic partnership between DEFA and Switch EV signifies a commitment to delivering unparalleled features and charging experiences to EV owners.
"We are thrilled with the collaboration with Switch EV, which has been pushing the adaptation of ISO15118 and OCPP 2.0.1 for a long time," states Martin Jonsson, EVP DEFA eMobility. DEFA Power represents a culmination of our commitment to innovation and user-centric design. By embracing OCPP 2.0.1, we are not only shaping the future of charging technology but also redefining how EV owners interact with their charging infrastructure.
Chad Meadowcroft, Head of Product Delivery at Switch, echoed this sentiment, saying, "Switch EV is delighted to endorse DEFA Power as the first AC charger to pass the Switch Approved OCPP 2.0.1 testing program in Europe. Our collaboration signifies our shared vision of advancing EV charging technology to new heights. Together, we are poised to deliver an unparalleled charging experience to EV owners across the globe".
As DEFA and Switch EV embark on this collaborative journey, they remain committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of sustainable transportation.
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DEFA is a family-owned Norwegian technology company established in 1946, with employees in seven countries on three continents. For more than 75 years, we have evolved from a local family business to an international charging company, driven by the search for new connections between technology and people. For more information, please visit https://www.defa.com/
Switch is a fast-growing software company on a mission to fix the broken EV charging ecosystem. Switch offers the most advanced future-proof and backwards-compatible EV charging management system on the market. The company was founded in London in 2020 by Dr Marc Mültin, a world-renowned leader in the communication standards that underpin the global EV charging ecosystem."Find out more at https://www.switch-ev.com
