Power for the performance
Many venues already have a large grid connection. It was sized for the evening, when the audience arrives and the stage lighting, sound and other equipment are running together. The building is busy during the day too, but usually draws much less power. That spare capacity can give a touring truck somewhere to charge on your existing connection.
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Charging at your venue
Buying a fast charger is only the first step. The equipment needs maintaining, customers need billing and someone needs to track CO₂ savings. Stroomlijnen brings those jobs together in a single service.
A fully managed charger
What Stroomlijnen provides
DC fast charger — modular, 120 kW, CCS2 connector
OCPP 2.0.1 charging platform — our servers, app and software
24/7 monitoring — remote diagnostics and a response within four hours
Billing and collection — we handle the administration and pay you monthly
CO₂ reporting — savings data for your sustainability report
Emission reduction units — proceeds from eligible charging go to the Cultuurfonds
Mobile backup charger — a replacement on site within 24 hours if the charger fails
Your venue’s role
Make room — near the loading dock, close to your main power supply
Supply electricity — use spare daytime capacity on your existing connection
Provide internet — a wired connection
Arrange installation — your installer connects the charger to the distribution board
Receive payment — automatically each month, based on the kWh supplied
Charger specifications
- Modular 120 kW DC fast charger
- CCS2 connector for trucks, vans and cars
- Four hours at 120 kW delivers up to 480 kWh before losses
- OCPP 2.0.1 with Plug & Charge
- 24/7 monitoring, remote diagnostics and a response within four hours
- Uses available capacity on the venue’s existing grid connection
Example venue investment
- Purchase price
- €36,000
- After the venue discount*
- €27,000
- Illustrative SPRILA grant (40%)
- −€10,800
- Net investment in this example
- €16,200
- Illustrative payback
- 5 years
* How does the venue discount work? Venues choosing the fully integrated Stroomlijnen charging platform receive a one-off discount of €9,000 excluding VAT.
The discount helps offset the venue’s donation of ERE proceeds to the Cultuurfonds.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does our connection have enough capacity?
Theatres are usually sized for the evening performance. During the day, spare capacity can go to the charger. At a steady 60 kW, ten hours of charging can supply up to 600 kWh before losses. Our EMS automatically limits the charger to the power available within your contract.
Will charging affect the show?
The show takes priority. The Stroomlijnen platform measures the building’s demand in real time and adjusts the charger accordingly. Most charging takes place during the day or overnight.
How much power do we need?
For touring trucks we recommend at least 60 kW DC. A typical charging window is seven to ten hours, depending on the vehicle and its starting charge. A 120 kW charger gives you more scope to charge during the day and pause for the evening performance. A 22 kW AC charger can suit lighter vans and touring vehicles.
What about safety and insurance?
The hardware includes automatic fault detection, an emergency stop and a connection for a fire alarm system. Each charger has its own digital identity and communicates over a private network. Stroomlijnen can provide the equipment documentation for your insurer.
What if we rent the building from the council?
You’ll need the owner’s permission. Stroomlijnen can help with the process and provide technical documentation for your council or landlord.
Who installs and maintains the charger?
Your installer connects the equipment. Stroomlijnen commissions it and takes care of maintenance, software updates and 24/7 monitoring.
How long does installation take?
Chargers in stock can be delivered within one working week of ordering. When stock needs replenishing, allow up to seven additional weeks. Installation and commissioning take one to two days.
Talk through your options
We’ll review the site and your grid connection with you, then explain what will work for your venue. There’s no obligation.
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