eDepotPlanner by ChargeSim is a powerful design and analysis software tailored for planning electric fleet depots. It helps fleet operators determine the optimal number and placement of chargers, streamline parking logistics, and minimize energy and labor costs. The platform supports data-driven decisions to ensure efficient fleet operations and scalable infrastructure, avoiding over- or under-investment in charging systems.

Features

• Depot Planning & Simulation:
  • Load schedules from GTFS, XLSX, VDV-452 formats.
  • Simulate electric operations including charger layout, parking, and workflows.
  • Evaluate multiple depot sites and on-route charging options.
• Layover Charger Optimization:
  • New feature that builds charging plans based on real fleet schedules and battery levels.
  • Ensures efficient charger sharing and avoids undercharging.
• Vehicle & Charger Modeling:
  • Configurable battery models, vehicle size, power parameters.
  • Multi-module and multi-output charger support.
  • Includes standby power, preconditioning, and efficiency losses.
• Schedule Management:
  • Visualize and manipulate schedules.
  • Add non-revenue trips and convert diesel schedules to electric.
  • Support for linked assignments and multiple charging locations.
• Workflow & Parking Configuration:
  • Evaluate lane parking positions and blocking scenarios.
  • Flexible parking rules and scheduled assignments.
• Charge Management:
  • OCPP integration with external smart charging tools.
  • Built-in algorithms for tariff evaluation and peak period minimization.
  • Solar and energy storage integration with peak shaving capabilities.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  • Export results in .xlsx, .csv, .docx, .svg, .png.
  • Generate presentation-quality plots and summary reports.
  • Recommendation engine for design improvements.
• Scalable Plans:
  • Basic: Up to 30 buses.
  • Standard: Up to 80 buses.
  • Extended: Up to 170 buses.
  • Ultimate: Up to 300 buses.

Benefits

• Cost Reduction:
  • Avoid unnecessary charger installations and reduce electricity costs via optimized scheduling.
• Operational Efficiency:
  • Streamline bus movements and depot workflows to save labor and time.
• Scalability:
  • Plan for future fleet growth without overspending.
• Data-Driven Decisions:
  • Use simulations and visualizations to understand trade-offs and optimize infrastructure.
• Flexibility:
  • Supports multiple depots, charger types, and energy sources.
• Compliance & Communication:
  • Exportable reports and visuals for stakeholder communication and revision management.