Unleashing the power: ZIVAN’s SG9 for challenging worksites

This is a summary from the webinar of the same title by Matthew Moore, Application Engineer at ZIVAN. Watch the full session here.

As emissions reduction regulations tighten, non-road mobile machinery equipment manufacturers are looking to electrify their fleets without compromising on performance and total cost of ownership. Several challenges are present in electrifying these machines. Specifically, there is a lack of adequate charging solutions compatible with low-voltage machines that operate in outdoor industrial job sites. 

These regulations and requirements expose critical gaps in the market, prompting OEMs and operators to search for practical solutions that cater to their needs.

In response to these challenges, ZIVAN, as part of the ZAPI GROUP companies, harnessed its global network of suppliers and engineering expertise to introduce the SG9, the first low-voltage, portable 9kW charging solution for construction and other outdoor industrial sites.

What sets this charging solution apart from others on the market? How can OEMs use it to address operational limitations efficiently? 

In the webinar, Matthew Moore, Application Engineer at ZIVAN, addresses these questions and more.

3 Key Factors Driving the Development of the SG9

Moore provided valuable context to the SG9’s debut by exploring the electrification landscape, beginning with a look at the current state of non-road mobile machinery (NRMM). 

#1 - Off-Road Electrification is Accelerating

While familiar drivers such as government mandates and financial stimuli continue to push the electric transition, Moore pointed out several compelling arguments accelerating change in NRMM, including:

• Enhanced safety – As operators become more aware of the health risks related to fume inhalation and noise pollution, there is a growing demand for safer and healthier machines. Electrified machines meet these needs by reducing noise, eliminating exhaust fumes, and improving operator comfort.
• Improved performance – Electrified NRMM offers attractive long-term cost advantages, including lower cost-per-mile and reduced maintenance needs compared to internal combustion engines (ICE).
• Municipal bylaws – Local entities now take a more active role in regulating NRMM emissions and operations, introducing both restrictions and financial incentives that drive adoption.
  
  

#2 - Electrifying NRMM Faces Unique Challenges

As Moore noted, with every positive driver comes an equivalent challenge. When developing electrified NRMM, these challenges manifest as: 

• Voltage limitations – Most compact machinery operates at lower voltages, from 48 to 96V. This reduces the power, capacity, and range of NRMM, which is unsuitable for larger equipment such as excavators, dump trucks and bulldozers. 
• Charging compatibility – Many public charging stations only offer high-voltage DC charging (350V or higher), which is incompatible with compact electrified NRMM.
• Space constraints – Construction and similar applications demand larger battery packs, limiting space for dedicated on-board chargers.

#3 - Existing Charging Solutions are Limited

To capitalise on these drivers while mitigating their challenges, three primary charging solutions exist on the market today:

• On-board chargers eliminate the need for a dedicated charging room, reducing infrastructural investment. However, these chargers must be individually outfitted, occupying valuable space on the machinery itself. This requires OEMs to choose between recharge speed or compact charger designs—often compromising one to accommodate the other.
• Stationary chargers can service multiple vehicles with compatible battery types, delivering consistent, high-power charging capabilities. This frees up space on the machinery but requires a dedicated recharging area, which, depending on the application, may prove costly and unwieldy.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Stations are suitable DC charging voltages greater than 350V and come with Level 1 or Level 2 charging options, which are ideal for overnight or fast charging. However, they are incompatible with low-voltage machines.

Moore observed that these setups (and their limitations) underscore the need for an innovative solution—one that balances operational flexibility with charging efficiency.

ZIVAN’s SG9: Filling the Gap

According to Moore, this is where the SG9 comes in. Rugged, portable, and built for versatility, ZIVAN’s SG9 is the only charging solution on the market that delivers:

• 9kW of power and low-voltage optimisation, minimising charge time for compact NRMM
• Fully mobile, modular architecture scalable to power demand from 6 kW or 9 kW to suit various application needs 
• An IP55 safety rating, built to operate reliably in harsh outdoor worksites
• Compatibility with an extensive range of voltages and battery chemistries, from lead-acid to lithium-ion

The SG9’s flexibility to offer versatile power support, with single and three-phase power, makes it suitable for both residential and industrial environments. Engineered to meet the exacting standards of global markets, the SG9 eliminates any need for part replacements or modifications, simplifying deployment for global OEMs with a single, turnkey solution.

Final Takeaways from ZIVAN: The Electrification Experts

Moore wrapped up by re-emphasising a pivotal point: ZIVAN’s SG9 stands unrivalled in today’s market.

Purpose-built for the demanding conditions of outdoor worksites, this charger combines rugged durability with unmatched versatility. Backed by global safety certifications, the SG9 delivers OEMs a readily deployable and durable charging solution developed uniquely for the needs of NRMM.

As Moore noted, these solutions are about more than mere regulatory compliance. Rather, they are an essential step towards creating a cleaner, greener future—for ourselves, and for generations to come. By partnering with industry leaders like ZIVAN and the ZAPI GROUP of companies, OEMs can tap into a global network of electrification expertise to turn this vision into reality.

For more details, watch the webinar, or connect with ZIVAN and explore how the SG9 can power your next project.

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