Month: August 2023

PITTSBURGH, August 2, 2023 /3BL/ – Intelligent power management company Eaton announced a game-changing new approach simplifying electric vehicle (EV) fleet charging by eliminating costly cable runs and major modifications to existing parking and conveyor structures. The overhead EV Charging Busway enables fleets to expand and reconfigure infrastructure with no concrete work required – which is often the biggest cost when deploying EV charging for fleets.

“We’re helping fleet managers accelerate the energy transition with innovative hardware and software that rapidly achieve new levels of sustainability, cost savings and flexibility”

More than 50% of companies plan to decarbonize their fleets by 2027. Access to convenient, reliable and affordable EV charging infrastructure is essential. Eaton is using common electrical distribution technology deployed in fleet depots, buildings and industrial settings to simplify fleet charging for zero-emission pickup and delivery vehicles without traditional charging pedestals. Over the last 60 years, Eaton manufactured hundreds of thousands of miles of Busway for commercial and industrial applications. Now, fleets can integrate this overhead power distribution solution to quickly meet dynamic AC Level 2 and DC fast charging needs.

“We’re helping fleet managers accelerate the energy transition with innovative hardware and software that rapidly achieve new levels of sustainability, cost savings and flexibility,” said Paul Ryan, director of Connected Solutions and EV charging at Eaton. “Our latest innovation, EV Charging Busway, integrates seamlessly into existing electrical systems to make it easier than ever to deploy, scale and manage EV charging infrastructure.”

Eaton’s Green Motion EV charging hardware enables intelligent load management, throttling the rate of charge to maximize available electrical capacity onsite. The Eaton chargers can also be integrated with the company’s Charging Network Manager software out of the box to further simplify the deployment and management of networked charging stations. Eaton’s EV charging hardware and software, including its EV Charging Busway, are designed for interoperability and support the North American Charging Standard (NACS) and Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) 1.6J.

Eaton’s EV Charging Busway provides a plug-and-play solution to add, move and expand charging infrastructure without rewiring. The solution incorporates a retractable cable management system for AC Level 2 chargers that keeps cords and electrical equipment off the ground and out of the way. EV charging busway can also support ground mounted DC fast charging pedestals.

Learn more about Eaton’s EV charging infrastructure for fleets.

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and doing what’s best for our stakeholders and all of society.

Founded in 1911, Eaton is marking its 100th anniversary of being listed on the New York Stock Exchange. We reported revenues of $20.8 billion in 2022 and serve customers in more than 170 countries. For more information, visit Eaton.com. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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BELLEVUE, Wash., August 2, 2023 /3BL/ – T-Mobile is ramping up its presence in North Carolina with the planned opening of 12 new retail stores across the state during 2023 and 2024. Seven stores have already opened, with the other five stores expected to open in coming months. The new stores are expected to create approximately 100 jobs for the state. Last year, T-Mobile opened eight retail stores in the Tar Heel state, and with this latest expansion, the company is further solidifying its commitment to the region.

“We applaud the investments T-Mobile is making across North Carolina to expand network infrastructure and connectivity, particularly in our rural and smaller markets,” said Jim Weaver, N.C. Department of Information Technology Secretary and State Chief Information Officer. “These investments and digital literacy programs like Project 10Million help support our efforts to close the digital divide and connect North Carolinians to education, healthcare and jobs.”

“North Carolina is one of the states where T-Mobile is growing fast and focused on establishing a stronger presence in both smaller and more rural communities,” said John Stevens, Vice President for T-Mobile’s Small Markets & Rural Areas. “In some of these areas we’re opening our doors for the first time, which will bring us closer to our customers and businesses and allow us to tap skilled local workforce. We’re excited about our growth in North Carolina and look forward to making a positive impact in the region.”

The new stores will be opening in the following locations:

Albemarle, NCFayetteville, NC (Opened January 2023)Goldsboro, NC (Opened in June 2023)Havelock, NC (Opened in June 2023)Hickory, NC (Opened in July 2023)Hillsborough, NCHendersonville, NCJacksonville, NC (Opened in July 2023)Leland, NC (Opened in June 2023)Marion, NCNewton, NCRockingham, NC (Opened March 2023)

“We welcome T-Mobile’s continued investment in Hickory and Catawba County as they expand to add another store location. This not only creates job opportunities but also enhances access to modern communication technology for residents, ultimately contributing to the growth and prosperity of our local economy,” said Lindsay Keisler, President/CEO, The Chamber of Catawba County.

“As the premiere membership organization in Onslow County, the Jacksonville Onslow Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome the third location of T-Mobile to Jacksonville. This is just another sign that as our business community continues to grow, larger corporations see Jacksonville/Onslow County as a profitable area for their investments,” said Laurette Leagon, President, Jacksonville Onslow Chamber of Commerce.

Since the beginning of this year, T-Mobile has made substantial network investments in North Carolina to provide customers with an even better experience. By installing 130 new cell sites and upgrading more than 2,300 existing sites with 5G wireless service, T-Mobile’s 5G network now covers 98% of people in North Carolina across approximately 41,000 square miles. All these upgrades provide ultra-fast speeds, improved services and better connectivity for customers than ever before.

“T-Mobile’s collaborations with state and local entities have contributed to significant advancements in wireless infrastructure across North Carolina,” said Luis Reyes, T-Mobile’s Vice President of Network, Northeast Region. “Our ongoing efforts to expand 5G wireless services and enhance the overall network experience will provide T-Mobile customers with faster and more reliable services than before, whether they live in the Coastal Plains, Piedmont or Mountains.”

With an expanding local presence in North Carolina, T-Mobile is also focused on helping to make a difference in communities throughout the state. Programs such as T-Mobile Hometown Grants provides funding to 100 small towns each year to use towards city beautification projects, public improvements and more. Since launching the five-year program in 2021, 12 towns in North Carolina – Boiling Springs, Elizabeth City, Elizabethtown, Goldsboro, Kings Mountain, Laurinburg, Mars Hill, Marshall, North Wilkesboro, Princeville, Robersonville, and Wilkesboro– have already received grants totaling more than $487,000.

Project 10Million is T-Mobile’s $10.7B initiative aimed at helping close the digital divide in education by offering free internet connectivity and mobile hotspots to up to 10 million eligible student households across the U.S. Through T-Mobile’s education programs, the company has connected over 43,000 students, from 44 school districts across North Carolina and is also offering school districts free and heavily subsidized data plans and access to affordable laptops and tablets. By the end of 2022, T-Mobile had provided $4.8B in services and connected more than 5.3M students across the U.S. through Project 10Million and our other education initiatives.

About T-Mobile US, Inc. 
T-Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile. For more information please visit: https://www.t-mobile.com.