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Go Eve, an innovative Irish/UK EV charging technology company, has achieved a major breakthrough with its patented DockChain system. This “daisy chain” DC fast-charging solution has earned UL 2202 (ETL) certification for the North American market, including the US and Canada. The certification paves the way for widespread adoption in fleets, workplaces, and public charging networks, while production ramps up in Michigan.
Key Highlights
- UL 2202 Certification: DockChain meets rigorous safety standards for electric vehicle charging equipment, verified by Intertek with Listing Number 5033241.
- Production Launch: Manufacturing begins in Dearborn, Michigan, through partner Goodwill Integrated Solutions.
- Funding Initiative: Go Eve seeks $3.5 million to fuel North American expansion.
- Cost and Efficiency Gains: The system reduces infrastructure costs, eliminates queuing, and scales a single DC charger into multiple points.
- Strategic Partnerships: Collaborations with Uptime, Mid Cour, and the Merlin Group target fleet operators.
DockChain: Revolutionizing EV Infrastructure
Go Eve’s DockChain technology transforms traditional EV charging by employing a daisy-chain architecture. This patented hardware-and-software system converts one Level 3 DC fast charger into a network of multiple charging points. Operators benefit from significantly lower infrastructure costs, while drivers enjoy reduced wait times and seamless experiences.
The innovation addresses key pain points in EV adoption, such as queuing and vehicle shuffling. Intelligent software prioritizes charging, optimizes throughput for fleets, and enhances user satisfaction. At scale, DockChain’s total installed cost can compete with slower Level 2 solutions, yet it delivers the speed of DC performance.
Hugh Sheehy, CEO of Go Eve, emphasized the milestone’s importance. “DockChain rewrites the economics of DC fast charging,” he stated. “It enables more parking bays to access rapid charging from a single power source, allowing faster deployment at lower costs.” With certification secured, Go Eve integrates with leading DC charger brands and expands its distribution network.
Manufacturing and Growth in North America
Production of DockChain is now underway in Dearborn, Michigan, in partnership with Goodwill Integrated Solutions (goodwillintegratedsolutions.org). This collaboration ensures quick, reliable delivery while supporting local job creation in American manufacturing.
Karl Schneider, Vice-President at Goodwill Integrated Solutions, highlighted the partnership’s potential. “This technology has the potential to redefine EV charging infrastructure,” he said. The US-based production aligns with Go Eve’s strategy to meet rising demand from fleet operators and electrify workplaces and parking facilities.
As a spin-out from University College Dublin (UCD) and Imperial College London, Go Eve maintains offices in Dublin, the UK, and the US. The company is actively raising $3.5 million in funding to accelerate scaling. This capital will bolster resources for rapid growth and capitalize on global opportunities in EV infrastructure.
Safety and Standards Compliance
The UL 2202 standard certification, awarded by Intertek, verifies DockChain’s compliance in electrical protection, fire safety, and thermal performance. This places Go Eve alongside industry giants like ABB, Tesla, and Zerova. The ETL mark assures customers of safe installation, operation, and manufacturing at scale.
Go Eve’s mission focuses on accelerating electrification through scalable, cost-effective solutions. Already deployed in Europe for fleets and public charging (goeve.com), DockChain now targets North American markets to drive broader EV adoption.
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