CHENNAI, July 31: The IIT Madras-incubated Smart EV Charger company Plugzmart has developed an Indigenous EV Charging Platform that is designed to connect chargers with multiple CMS networks.
This is a first-of-its-kind ‘Relay’, which is a Multi-CMS Connect platform that allows a single EV charger to connect to multiple Charging Management Systems (CMS) simultaneously.
This means a charger is no longer restricted to a single app or network, giving it the freedom to be accessed by multiple platforms, all in real time, a release from IIT-Madras said.
Currently, most EV chargers are locked to one CMS, meaning that customers of only that one
EV Brand could utilize the charger. Plugzmart’s solution breaks this limitation by introducing an intelligent middleware that enables multiple CMS connections for a single charger.
This is a novel approach in India’s EV landscape and significantly improves charger visibility and accessibility. The innovation lies in real-time control and data routing without compromising on reliability or security.
Mr. Raghavendar TS, Director of Software Business Unit, Plugzmart, said, “One of the biggest roadblocks for EV adoption is the limited availability of chargers visible on public platforms. Our solution maximises the visibility of each installed charger by allowing it to appear on multiple networks. This boosts charger utilisation, increases ROI for charger owners, and gives EV users
more options – encouraging widespread EV adoption across cities and rural areas.”
“With this breakthrough, Plugzmart positions itself as a key enabler of open, interoperable, and
future-ready EV infrastructure. The company is no longer only a CMS provider but is building the connective tissue between networks, accelerating India’s shift to cleaner mobility”, he said.
Plugzmart is an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of Electric Vehicle Chargers and SAAS provider of Electric Charging infrastructure. Incubated at IIT Madras in 2019, Plugzmart has built its own IoT-enabled smart EV charging management system to integrate and communicate efficiently with chargers. Their portfolio of 18 products includes chargers for 2, 3 and 4-wheelers.
India’s EV sector is witnessing rapid expansion, driven by government policies, sustainability goals, and the need for efficient energy management. The charging infrastructure market is projected to grow exponentially, fuelled by increased EV adoption and supportive regulations. Companies like Plugzmart are crucial in bridging the gap between demand and available charging infrastructure.
(UNI)
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