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Demand that the installation of your EVduty charging station respects the type of power cable
The nine versions of the EVduty charging station offer different combinations of power cable type and connectivity level. The level of connectivity (standard or smart) can be changed after purchase, but the type of electrical connection (type of power cable)...
Why is my charging station not delivering its maximum power?
The EVduty charging station provides a maximum power output of 7.2 kW (208-240VAC, 30 amps). However, it is the vehicle equipment that regulates power while charging. Indeed, the power of what is called the “on-board charger” varies from one vehicle...
Elmec 20 years, EVduty 5 years
EVduty, the best-selling electric vehicle charging station (240V) in Québec, was launched 5 years ago! Designed and manufactured by Elmec, the EVduty line of charging stations has since been the object of numerous developments. Let’s also mention that the manufacturing...
DCFC protocol according to EVduty
In recent weeks, online conversations about public charging spaces have proliferated on social networks. Principles of courtesy are sometimes dictated as regulations and certain charging practices are questioned. Here is the DCFC protocol according to EVduty! SPACES RESERVED FOR CHARGING Parking...
Why is fast charging sometimes less fast?
Charging speed, which is the number of kilometers of range added per hour of charging, can vary quite a bit when charging your electric vehicle at a DCFC1. Charging speed depends on the power provided by a charging station, and...
Institutional program – municipal section
Electric car development being at the forefront, Elmec has developed an institutional program for the purchase of charging stations for municipalities looking to offer their residents a complementary subsidy. Following the success of similar pilot projects, we are pleased to...
EVduty-3 DCFC Co-op Program
Draw in new customers with EVduty! Cooperative program for businesses wanting to host a DCFC to attract EV drivers. A major player in the Québec industry of charging stations for electric vehicles, Elmec presents a cooperative program that allows businesses...
Configure your EVduty SMART
A tutorial to help you configure your EVduty Smart charging terminal – Instructions for the initial setup of your terminal are on page 11 of the user manual. However, even if the procedure is relatively simple, we find that once facing the...
Debunking Five Beliefs About Electric Vehicles And Charging Stations
With frequent upsurges in gas prices, more and more consumers are turning to electric vehicles. Having arrived on the market for only a few years, electric vehicles elicit many questions from future buyers, among others about range, costs, reliability, etc....
Elmec reaches 10,000 EVduty charging stations sold
Major milestone for a Shawinigan company Elmec reaches 10,000 EVduty charging stations sold Trois-Rivières, August 13th, 2018 – Elmec, a company specializing in the development of connected devices, has reached an important milestone in recent weeks. A major player in the...
Charging tests: 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

The Elmec engineering team conducted Level 2 (240V) charging tests on a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV in order to measure maximum charging power for various input voltages.

EVduty Smart Charging Station
SMART EVduty Charging Station EVC30 EVduty charging stations are available in « Smart » version. Two levels are offered: «SMART-HOME» or «SMART-PRO». The main difference between the two resides in the capacity to generate revenues with the « SMART-PRO » option. All related functionalities...
EVduty SMART Charging Stations
EVduty Charging Stations: « SMART » version now available! Elmec is proud to launch its « Smart » version for all EVduty charging stations! It is now possible to pre order your « Smart » charging station via our online store or our affiliated distributors. Shipments...
EVduty charging station now available in a hardwired version
Elmec now offers three connecting options for its EVduty charging station: a NEMA 6-50 plug, a NEMA 14-50 plug and a direct connect option via a 6 ft power cable (no plug).