What to consider when gearing up your workshop for EVs

A quick rundown of the equipment required and why you'll need it

What to consider when gearing up your workshop for EVs

Independent garage equipment specialist, Straightset this week look into what garage owners need to consider when preparing to install an electric vehicle bay in their workshop.

A Straightset spokesperson said: “There are considerations to be take when looking to gear-up your garage/workshop towards electric or hybrid vehicle servicing.

“Vehicle lifts need to be wider than normal with low profile arms and you’ll want to ensure the lift provides the greatest amount of access to the underside of a vehicle.

“We have a range of suitable options available from manufacturers including Space, Slift and Nussbaum, available to view on our website.”

Battery lifting tables are another key addition to a workshop with an electric vehicle bay.

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The spokesperson said: “With battery maintenance being a key part of the service of an electric vehicle, due to the battery being the largest and most expensive single component.

“A robust lift table for battery management will be required.

“There are a number on the market ranging significantly in price depending upon whether you want manual operation, electric operation, your capacity requirements, lift speed and lifting height considerations, considerations as well as key Health and Safety considerations.

“You can view our recommended lifting tables here.”

Whilst the requirements for tyre and wheel equipment on electric vehicles are no different than petrol and diesel vehicles, it is important to consider that due to the fact that electric cars weight 20-30 per cent more and usually deliver significantly more torque, this has an impact on tyre wear.

The spokesperson added: “Tyre sales and fitting play a significant part to EV vehicle support.

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“We have a range of suitable wheel balancing, wheel alignment and tyre changers available from HPA-Faip.”

Ensuring fume extraction is in place for Electric battery changing is important by installing to the correct specification, different to exhaust extraction for ICEs.

Expert advice on fume extractors can be sought at Straightset by calling 01909 480055.

There are also a range of smaller considerations to ensure you are ready for servicing electric vehicles, including power supply, barriers, defibrillators, signage and accessories.

The spokesperson added: “For garages are workshops who are developing new workshops, we recommend speaking to knowledgeable installation planning teams, who can advise you on the right design and layout of your workshop to ensure maximum efficiency for servicing electric cars.

“Here at Straightset we have over 30 years experience in the design, supply and installation of garage equipment.

“With this knowledge and our ability to constantly evolve, bring our customers the latest innovations, bespoke technology and solutions, you can rely on Straightset for all your garage equipment needs and to have the in-house skills to keep you operating.”

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    Yet again customer buys a lump of junk and expect you to be able to fix it when it goes wrong.

    Be a giggle giving customer bill for new alternator on a hybrid

    Quite pleased our insurance company won’t cover us in the workshop
    With these things.

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