What is Dynamic Load Management (DLM)?
DLM allows multiple EV charge points to share a power supply, ensuring the total demand does not exceed available capacity. This enables cost-effective installations by reducing grid connection and electrical distribution costs.
Key Features of Papilio3 DLM
Advantages of 3tiG Technology
How Does Papilio3 DLM Compare?
Emergency Shunt Trip (EST)
An EST is used on constrained sites to protect the power supply by cutting off EV charging if load spikes unexpectedly. This ensures business-critical systems remain operational.
Why Choose Papilio3 for Load Management?
Is Papilio3 ‘Permitted Development’?
Yes, Papilio3 installations generally qualify as permitted development under government legislation, subject to prior approval in most of the UK. This streamlined process removes the need for a full planning application in most cases.
However, different rules apply in Scotland and Wales:
Scotland:
Requires a Certificate of Lawfulness to confirm the development is permitted. This process ensures compliance with local regulations.
Wales:
Permitted development eligibility is less clear and depends on specific Local Planning Authority (LPA) interpretations.
What is Prior Approval?
Prior approval is a simplified process granting planning permission if key criteria are met:
Process:
Why Choose 3ti?
What is Papilio3’s Back Office Integration?
Papilio3 integrates with cloud-based Charge Point Management Systems (CPMS) via its unique 3ti Glue (3tiG) platform, enabling seamless services such as:
For customers with their own back-office systems, two integration options are available.
Integration Options
Option 1: Direct Customer Back Office (CBO)
Papilio3’s EV charge points communicate directly with the customer’s back office.
Pros: Simplified connection to customer systems.
Cons: Disables 3tiG features, such as:
Option 2: Indirect Customer Back Office (Recommended)
Papilio3’s charge points connect to 3tiG, which interfaces with the customer’s back office.
Pros: Retains key 3tiG benefits like monitoring, fault resolution, and advanced DLM for efficient energy use.
Cons: Shifts some functionalities (e.g., user authentication and payment management) to the customer’s back office.
This approach ensures reliable EV charging while leveraging Papilio3’s advanced power infrastructure management.
Which Option Should You Choose?
Option 1: Best for customers with mature back-office solutions and ample site power capacity.
Option 2: Ideal for customers needing 3ti’s monitoring, reporting, and energy management services or for power-constrained sites.
Why is Internet Access Important?
Papilio3 requires reliable internet access to support EV user authentication, payment processing, performance monitoring, software updates, and remote management. This ensures smooth operation, compliance with UK regulations, and minimal downtime.
How Does Papilio3 Ensure Connectivity?
Papilio3 uses dual-channel failover communication:
This ensures seamless operation even during outages.
Technical Requirements
Connectivity Options
Why Not SIM-Only?
SIM-only solutions are less reliable due to potential network issues and increased data costs. They are only suitable for short-term use.
Security Features
Service Ports
Papilio3 uses multiple outbound service ports for communication. Open outbound traffic for smooth operation. A VPN solution can bypass restrictions if required.
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