For an electrician, installing a charging station is routine work. However, for all electric vehicle owners who want to charge their cars smartly and safely, it’s essential that the electrician knows what they’re doing and sets up the charger correctly. This is what Zaptec aim to celebrate in their new video.
You might not have envisioned an electrician installing an EV charging station in the middle of the Stavanger Concert Hall stage while a string orchestra plays Edvard Grieg in the background. Yet, that’s precisely what happens in Zaptec’s new video. By depicting an electrician installing a Zaptec Go while Grieg’s famous “Holberg Suite” plays, Zaptec intends to commend all electricians’ hard work and expertise, showcasing how quickly one can install a Zaptec charging station at home.
“We want to emphasise the important role of electricians and give them the attention and recognition they deserve. We cannot discuss quality and safety without mentioning the skilled electricians installing our charging stations. Without skilled electricians, we wouldn’t have had the development we are experiencing today, and at Zaptec, we celebrate the little things that often go unnoticed,” says Lindsay Yeoman, Interim Country Manager UK at Zaptec.
In the video, we meet Jone Oliversen, a Zaptec electrician employee who assembles the charging station in real-time with unwavering composure.
“I never imagined that such a job would ever receive such recognition. Electricians deserve praise. We’re talking about a profession that keeps society running daily, and it’s important not to forget that,” says Oliversen.
While the video primarily aims to showcase the excellent work done by electricians, Zaptec also wants to highlight how fast and efficient it is to have an electric vehicle charger installed at home. A survey conducted by YouGov for Zaptec earlier this year showed that nearly one in ten Norwegians still charge their electric vehicles from a regular power outlet. Therefore, the video can also encourage installing a proper charger at home.
“Continuous charging of electric vehicles from a regular power outlet is not recommended. It loads the electrical system since the wires are consistently pushed to their maximum capacity over time. Most power outlets and electrical systems are not designed for this, and this load can lead to overheating and, in the worst-case scenario, a fire,” says Lindsay Yeoman.
“A dedicated charging station can handle more power and has several additional safety features built into the system to avoid the risk of overheating and fire. This is especially important if you charge your electric vehicle overnight.”
Watch the tribute to electricians here
