Smart Charging for Industrial Vehicles

Automated high-current charging solutions for demanding applications

From container terminals and airports to mining and intralogistics: Schunk provides intelligent, automated fast-charging systems for electric industrial vehicles. Designed for continuous 24/7 operation, our systems are durable, low-maintenance, and fully automated.

Scalable System Solutions

Tailored to Your Application

Our modular Smart Charging portfolio supports a wide range of industrial use cases:

Inverted Pantograph (e.g., SLS201.401): Top-down principle – ideal for terminal tractors, AGVs, port vehicles

Roof-mounted Pantograph: Compact vehicle-mounted solution for mining trucks, ground support equipment, and logistics vehicles

Custom Solutions: Tailored charging interfaces for unique fleet or environmental requirements

All systems are built to support high-current, automated charging in harsh operating conditions.

Products | Smart Charging for Industrial Vehicles

Roof Mounted Pantograph SLS 104

Inverted Pantograph SLS 201

Inverted Pantograph SLS 202

Depot Charger SLS 301

Roof Mounted Pantograph SLS 102 & SLS 103

Underbody Charger

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Real-World Example: Pier 400 Terminal, Port of Los Angeles

A proven solution in action:
At Pier 400 in Los Angeles, the inverted pantograph SLS201.401 is powering a fleet of fully electric straddle carriers – in partnership with Kalmar and APM Terminals.

Key benefits in terminal operations:

Over 100 automated charging cycles per day

No on-vehicle space required for charging equipment

High-current energy transfer in just minutes

Precise, sensor-based vehicle detection & docking

Resistant to dust, vibration, and outdoor conditions

Saves up to 125 tons of CO₂ per vehicle per year

Technical Highlights at a Glance

High-current capability – up to 1.200A for several minutes
Fast intermediate charging during short stops
Fully automated, wear-free connection process
Weather-resistant and low-maintenance design
Seamless integration into fleet and energy management systems
Scalable infrastructure – future-proof and modular

Schunk Smart Charging helps operators transition to zero-emission fleets. By replacing diesel vehicles with electric ones, local emissions like CO₂, particulate matter, and nitrogen oxides are eliminated – improving air quality, reducing noise, and supporting corporate decarbonization goals.