The first FLO Ultra DC fast chargers are rolling off the assembly line at the company''s Auburn Hills, Michigan, factory – and they''re pretty powerful.
The 320 kW FLO Ultra DC fast chargers feature a dual-port power configuration. The EV charging company designed them to comply with the federal government''s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program (NEVI) standards and the Buy America Act, including 98% uptime. They can charge most EVs to 80% in just 15 minutes.
The FLO Ultra DC fast chargers feature the new FLO motorized cable management system. The EZLift system is designed to keep cables off the ground and provide extended reach, allowing the cable to reach EVs no matter where the port is located. The motorized system makes the cables feel lighter and easier to maneuver.
Martine St-Onge, FLO''s chief manufacturing operations officer, said, "As we ramp up production, we look forward to making it more accessible to own and drive EVs by bringing our FLO Ultra charger to more locations across North America."
Update: On June 11, FLO announced that it had secured $136 million in long-term capital, principally from a Series E equity financing led by Export Development Canada (EDC). It will use the money to accelerate the deployment of its EV chargers and charging network.
A new Pew Research Center analysis released today found that 64% of US adults now live within two miles of a public EV charger – and those who live close to one are more likely to consider purchasing an EV. Over 95% of Americans now live in a county with at least one public EV charging station.
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FLO, a leading North American electric vehicle charging network operator and a smart charging solutions provider, introduced FLO Ultra, an ultra-fast charger engineered to maximize energy delivery with future-proof performance and smart design that enables the ultimate EV charging experience.
"EV demand and sales are topping all industry expectations and are now forecasted to exceed more than 45 percent of U.S. light duty vehicle sales by 2030," said Nathan Yang, FLO chief Product Officer. "As new EV drivers hit the road, they will be looking for fast charging that is safe, accessible, convenient, intuitive and reliable. This is why we designed FLO Ultra – to provide the ultimate EV charging experience."
Rapid EV Charging In A Smart Flexible Package
With a simple but revolutionary design, the FLO Ultra charger features two high-powered charging ports in one rugged aluminum enclosure. It will charge most EVs to 80 percent in 15 minutes with up to 320 kilowatts* available using dynamic power sharing and up to 500 kW* with multiple electric vehicle charging stations connected together.
These level 3 EV chargers can be configured in a variety of ways, allowing for flexible parking options for drivers and easier installation for site hosts.
"FLO Ultra''s flexible and modular design accommodates charging on one or on both sides and parallel or pull-in parking for charging," said Yang.
EV Charging Infrastructure Designed To Meet All Drivers'' Needs
The FLO Ultra charging station was designed for driver convenience and is brilliantly simple to use for EV drivers looking to charge and return to the road.
"Before FLO Ultra, fast chargers were often viewed as intimidating and imposing," said Yang. "We want all drivers to feel comfortable, safe and secure when charging and FLO Ultra''s design reflects this. This is a charger for all drivers."
With its sleek construction, the visible illuminated canopies make it easy to locate. State-of-charge indicators quickly let drivers know if the DC fast charging station is available for immediate use.
The new charger also features a patent-pending, motorized cable management system. This system keeps cables off the ground while the extended reach allows for charging regardless of vehicle port placement. Most importantly, the motorized system makes the cables feel lighter and easier to maneuver, reducing strain on users.
Additionally, the FLO Ultra charging station is equipped with an independent color touchscreen display for each charging port and supports flexible and secure payment options for quick and easy transactions.
Rugged durability, modular construction for industry-leading uptime
Like all of FLO''s charging products, the FLO Ultra charger is built to last. The enclosure is made of durable, recyclable aluminum designed to withstand extreme weather conditions. The EV fast charger is easily serviceable with large front and back doors and modular components for quick replacement. Finally, an onboard computer can remotely diagnose potential issues quickly.
All these features contribute to industry-leading uptime. Uptime measures the availability of EV charging stations to users and is the percentage of time that a charging station is operational.** FLO has raised the bar with its optional FLO Performance Warranty, which guarantees a minimum of 98 percent uptime for all covered FLO chargers.
Built to last in North America
FLO Ultra chargers will be available starting in 2024 and will meet the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program''s (NEVI) minimum standards, including Buy America requirements. NEVI will provide $5 billion in formula funding to states to build out charging infrastructure along highway corridors – filling gaps in rural, disadvantaged, and hard-to-reach locations while instilling public confidence in electric car charging stations
* Dependent on the vehicle, configuration, and number of cars charging.
** To learn more about how FLO calculates uptime, visit: Reliability Blog Series #3: Calculating Standardized Charger Uptime.
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The smart FLO Home X5 and the non-smart FLO Home G5 have been a couple of North America''s top-selling electric vehicle chargers since their release back in 2016. I originally reviewed the FLO Home X5 back in 2018 –before this website came into existence– and really appreciated the quality of its build, but a lot has changed since then. With many more reviews under my belt and a completely revamped review process, I figured it was high time I put these EV charging stations back under the magnifying glass.
This Canadian manufacturer really stands by its products, offering a five-year warranty that is hard to beat. The cast aluminum outer casing is rated NEMA-4X to handle even the toughest winter weather, and FLO claims that the FLO Home can be operated even at temperatures of -40° (F & C). Nearly identical outside of their colors (the Home X5 comes in Nickel while the Home G5 comes in Carbon) and access to smart features, I was eager to see how FLO''s flagship Home series would measure up to some of my other top-rated charging stations.
Upon opening the box, the FLO Home X5 comes with the unit''s body, a mounting bracket, a 25-foot charging cable with a J1772 connector, a PLC module, an ethernet cable, an installation guide, and a card with a pairing code to connect to FLO''s app.
The mounting bracket comes attached to the back of the unit. You need to have a 3/16" Allen wrench to install both models, as the tool doesn''t come in the box. After removing a screw from the bottom of the unit, you''ll be able to remove the mounting bracket for installation.
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