New York, NY - January 29, 2025 - Ampcontrol Technologies, the leader in AI-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging management solutions, proudly announces the opening of its new test lab in Erlangen, Germany. This cutting-edge facility plays a pivotal role in advancing Ampcontrol’s mission to deliver innovative, secure, and reliable solutions for EV fleet operators worldwide.
The lab, operational since late 2024, provides a physical testing environment to complement Ampcontrol’s virtual simulations, enabling real-world evaluations of its cloud platform and hardware controllers. The facility focuses on enabling interoperability with AC and DC chargers from over 30 brands, AmpEdge interoperability, 3rd party integrations, microgrid solutions and safety certifications.
Driving Real-World Innovation
“Having a dedicated test lab allows us to push the boundaries of innovation,” said Joachim Lohse, CEO and Founder of Ampcontrol. “Here, we can physically test our cloud platform and hardware controllers, ensuring they perform seamlessly with a wide variety of chargers and meet the needs of users in real-world scenarios.”
Ampcontrol’s testing efforts extend to collaboration with OEMs, manufacturers and customers, enabling the EV fleet charging management company to refine its technology directly at manufacturing plants and customer sites when necessary.
Preparing for the Future of Smart Charging
The test lab is positioned to address the evolving demands of EV fleet operations by exploring new integrations, including batteries, solar inverters, and existing building loads. By leveraging advanced protocols such as MQTT, OCPP, and Modbus, Ampcontrol is developing solutions to support microgrid functionality and dynamic energy management.
“Microgrids are the future of sustainable energy for fleet operators,” added Lohse, “ Our lab allows us to connect and test these complex systems, ensuring our technology adapts to the growing demand for smarter, more integrated charging solutions.”
About Ampcontrol
Founded in 2018, Ampcontrol Technologies Inc. specializes in advanced EV charging management systems powered by AI. The company’s platform enables real-time optimization of charging processes, ensuring cost-effective, fully charged vehicles with seamless integration into existing systems. Ampcontrol serves customers across the U.S., Europe, LATAM, and Asia, delivering solutions designed to accelerate the global transition to sustainable energy. For more information, visit www.ampcontrol.io.