eYardPlanner by ChargeSim is a simulation and planning software designed to optimize the electrification of truck fleets. It helps logistics and fleet operators reduce infrastructure costs, electricity expenses, and labor by modeling vehicle schedules, charger placement, and parking workflows. The tool supports large-scale fleet operations and enables data-driven decisions for sustainable and cost-effective electrification strategies.

Features

• Vehicle Modeling:
  • Configurable battery models with end-of-charge power drop.
  • Vehicle size, color, refrigeration loads, and electrical parameters.
  • Charger modeling with multi-module and multi-output support.
  • Standby power and efficiency loss tracking.
• Schedule Upload & Manipulation:
  • Import schedules via .xlsx files.
  • Visualize, filter, and manipulate schedules.
  • Support for multiple charging locations and linked assignments.
• Workflow & Parking Optimization:
  • Evaluate lane parking positions and blocking scenarios.
  • Support for multiple vehicle types and scheduled parking assignments.
  • Flexible parking rule configuration.
• Charge Management:
  • OCPP integration with external smart charging tools.
  • Built-in algorithms for electricity tariff evaluation and peak period minimization.
  • Manual or automatic vehicle assignment.
  • Solar and energy storage integration with peak shaving and energy-aware charging.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  • Generate summary reports in .docx format.
  • Export raw data in .csv and .xls formats.
  • Presentation-quality plots and comparison tools.
  • Recommendation engine for design improvements.

Benefits

• Lower Infrastructure Costs:
  • Precisely determine charger needs to avoid over-investment.
• Reduced Electricity Expenses:
  • Optimize charging schedules to leverage off-peak rates.
• Labor Efficiency:
  • Streamline truck movements and parking logistics.
• Scalable Planning:
  • Simulate hundreds of vehicles and thousands of trips.
• Sustainability:
  • Supports climate goals through smarter electrification strategies.
• Data-Driven Decisions:
  • Visual tools and reports for stakeholder communication and planning.