Charging stations
Charging stations for electric trucks are becoming an essential component of infrastructure across transport companies, truck workshops, and body builders. As the number of electric heavy-duty vehicles on European roads continues to grow, the demand for reliable, standards-compliant charging solutions tailored to professional users is expanding rapidly. Dekoff supplies charging stations specifically designed for B2B customers in the truck and trailer sector, from workshops charging their own fleet to wholesalers equipping their clients with complete charging infrastructure.
This category covers both fixed and mobile DC charging solutions. A DC charger 40kW is one of the most widely requested configurations in commercial applications, offering an effective balance between charging speed and the technical demands placed on the grid connection. Direct current charging allows the battery of an electric truck to be charged directly at the correct voltage and current level, bypassing the vehicle's onboard charger as an intermediary. This results in significantly shorter charging times compared to AC solutions, a decisive advantage for transport operators where vehicle downtime must be minimised.
The CCS2 connector is the dominant standard for DC fast charging of electric trucks in Europe. CCS stands for Combined Charging System and integrates communication, energy transfer, and safety functions into a single connector. The CCS2 charging station for HGV is therefore the most future-proof choice for operators planning long-term infrastructure investments. The IEC 62196 standard defines the requirements for charging connectors and vehicle inlets, specifying dimensional tolerances, electrical parameters, and safety requirements that CCS2 components must meet. Compliance with this standard ensures interoperability across vehicles from a wide range of manufacturers.
Beyond hardware specifications, communication between the charging station and the vehicle plays a central role. ISO 15118 is the international standard governing the communication protocol between electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. Via this protocol, the vehicle and charging station exchange information on charging parameters, identification, and in more advanced implementations, bidirectional energy flow. For professional users in the transport sector, adherence to ISO 15118 is relevant because it forms the foundation for smart charge management, integration with fleet management systems, and future expansion of charging infrastructure.
Mobile charging stations represent a distinct subcategory offering specific advantages where a fixed installation is impractical or undesired. This applies to workshops operating temporarily at alternative locations, mobile service units that need to charge electric vehicles on-site, or body builders and trailer manufacturers that wish to use charging infrastructure during testing phases without permanent structural modifications. A mobile DC charging station with CCS2 connectivity provides the same charging speed and normative compliance as a fixed post, while remaining portable and independent of fixed network infrastructure.
For truck workshops and semi-trailer specialists, the electric truck charging station also represents an extension of existing service capabilities. Workshops that are active in electric truck maintenance and repair, or wish to become so, require charging infrastructure compatible with the technical environment of a professional workshop. Robustness, safety, and ease of operation are essential criteria, alongside technical compliance with applicable standards.
The normative landscape surrounding charging infrastructure for heavy electric vehicles continues to evolve. IEC 62196, CCS2 as a system standard, and ISO 15118 as a communication protocol together form the foundation on which current and future charging solutions are built. Investing now in standards-compliant charging stations positions a workshop or fleet operation for the accelerating transition to electric transport that will define the coming years. Dekoff supplies only products that comply with relevant standards and are suitable for professional use in the heavy transport sector.