Different customers in different industries are what make the projects in our Smart Grid Solutions business so interestingโฆ so says ๐๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐น ๐๐ฎ๐ป ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ ๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ฟ, a member of the Alfen team who recently supported a dynamic project for the VOF Dogterom agricultural business. Learn more about Hesselโs experience at Alfen, what drives him to succeed, and what makes him tick. ๐๐๐๐ฉ ๐ง๐ค๐ก๐ ๐๐ค ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช ๐ฅ๐ก๐๐ฎ ๐๐ฉ ๐ผ๐ก๐๐๐ฃ? ๐๐๐๐ฉ ๐๐ค ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช ๐๐ฃ๐๐ค๐ฎ ๐๐๐ค๐ช๐ฉ ๐๐ฉ? My primary responsibilities are to support our SGS project managers in all key aspects of preparing to execute our projects at customer sites. This involves ensuring that the right materials, parts, instructions, safety documents, and other necessary resources are on-site when project work begins. My favourite part of Alfen is that itโs still a growing company, so thereโs ample opportunity to learn and grow. I started as a mechanic on one of our production lines, and within about a year, I was able to advance to lead the production line activities. Then, after just 2 years with the company, I began working in my current project work preparator role. In all my positions, Iโve had great and fun experiences with colleagues, including various employee outings and activities that Alfen hosts to build camaraderie. ๐๐๐๐ฉ ๐ ๐๐ฃ๐๐จ ๐ค๐ ๐ฅ๐ง๐ค๐๐๐๐ฉ๐จ ๐๐ค ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช ๐๐ฃ๐๐ค๐ฎ ๐ฌ๐ค๐ง๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ค๐ฃ ๐ฉ๐๏ฟฝ๏ฟฝ๏ฟฝ๏ฟฝ ๐ข๐ค๐จ๐ฉ? ๐๐ค๐ง ๐ฌ๐๐๐ฉ ๐ ๐๐ฃ๐๐จ ๐ค๐ ๐๐ช๐จ๐ฉ๐ค๐ข๐๐ง๐จ? Actually, the Dogterom project is a perfect example of the type of efforts and customers I enjoy working with at Alfen. The Dogterom family's commitment to sustainability makes their projects engaging. Customers like Dogterom often prefer more focused project scopes, allowing for direct collaboration without the complexities of involving many subcontractors. Additionally, their dedication to sustainable practices brings fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to the table. Throughout the Dogterom project, their expertise and proactive approach helped us discover new ways to integrate our technologies with their sustainability goals, making the collaboration highly rewarding. ๐๐๐๐ฉ ๐๐ค ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช ๐ก๐๐ ๐ ๐ฉ๐ค ๐๐ค ๐๐ฃ ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช๐ง ๐ฅ๐๐ง๐จ๐ค๐ฃ๐๐ก ๐ฉ๐๐ข๐? ๐๐๐๐ฉ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช๐ง ๐๐ฃ๐ฉ๐๐ง๐๐จ๐ฉ๐จ? Iโm a basic guy, so I like spending time with my family. Weโre always looking for reasons to spend time together, like taking weekends away or enjoying family activities. Recently, we had a great time watching the UEFA championships together. On most Saturdays, I volunteer for scouting and make or lead the programs of activities for the kids in attendance. I also have different interests, such as playing video games, watching films or television series, manga/anime, and puzzles like the Rubikโs cube! Want to know more about Hessel's work for our customer Dogterom? Read our customer story: https://lnkd.in/gBdJfyM6
Alfen
Productie huishoudelijke apparaten en consumentenelektronica
Almere, Flevoland 35.248 volgers
Power to Adapt
Over ons
With transformer substations, energy storage systems, charging stations for electric vehicles and a diverse portfolio of other products and services, Alfen has a central and connecting role in the energy grid. Alfenโs transformer substations provide millions of households and companies with energy, while thousands of electric vehicles make daily use of Alfenโs charging stations. The Alfen energy storage system is used for applications such as load balancing, energy trading, frequency regulation and creating autonomous electricity grids in combination with solar or wind energy. With its large range of in-house developed products and vast experience as systems integrator, Alfen is building the electricity grid of the future: reliable, sustainable and innovative.
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https://www.alfen.com
Externe link voor Alfen
- Branche
- Productie huishoudelijke apparaten en consumentenelektronica
- Bedrijfsgrootte
- 501 - 1.000 medewerkers
- Hoofdkantoor
- Almere, Flevoland
- Type
- Naamloze vennootschap
- Opgericht
- 1937
- Specialismen
- Transformer Substations, High Voltage Services, Energy Storage Systems, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Smart-grid, System integrator en Loadbalancing
Locaties
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Primair
Hefbrugweg 28
Almere, Flevoland 1332AP, NL
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Wittewalle 1
Ghent, Flemish Region, BE
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Permonkaarre 107
Jakobstad, West and Inner Finland 68600, FI
Medewerkers van Alfen
Updates
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Empowering sustainable farming with smart grid innovations ๐ฑ At Alfen, we believe in the transformative power of smart grid technology to drive sustainability across industries. Our latest collaboration with VOF Dogterom is a prime example. By installing two transformers and a Pacto 1 station, we've boosted Dogterom's operational capacity. This upgrade supports diverse needs, from charging electric vehicles to pioneering methods of crop harvesting. With our digital monitoring tools, Dogterom can monitor its energy usage closely, ensuring smooth and sustainable operation. One of the project's standout features is the use of solar panels on mobile machines. This innovative approach irrigates crops and powers operations, making the most efficient use of space and energy. Integrating smart grid technology into farming enhances efficiency and supports global sustainability goals. Curious to learn more about how we're driving innovation in agriculture? ๐ Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eaMZsdg9 --- ๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ง! ๐ Netherlands-based Alfen is at the heart of the energy transition to limit climate change as a specialist in energy solutions throughout Europe. With more than 85 years of expertise, Alfen has a unique combination of integrated solutions that are helping our customers tackle their grid challenges. ๐ We design, develop and produce smart grids, energy storage systems and electric vehicle charging equipment. Our solutions are installed in 30+ countries throughout Europe. ๐๐ข๐ค๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ? ๐ Follow Alfen and our hashtag hashtag#PowerToAdapt for updates and ๐ ring the bell on our profile
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๐Experience fast charging with Alfenโs newest charging solution, the DC Charger 30kW. โก๐ Compact, powerful, and designed for the fast pace of modern business and retail environments, this charger ensures that EVs are ready to go in just 2.5 hours. Experts from #TeamAlfen would love to tell you more! Find the technical specifications at https://lnkd.in/eJ7CJpDd --- ๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ง! ๐ Netherlands-based Alfen is at the heart of the energy transition to limit climate change as a specialist in energy solutions throughout Europe. With more than 85 years of expertise, Alfen has a unique combination of integrated solutions that are helping our customers tackle their grid challenges. ๐ We design, develop and produce smart grids, energy storage systems and electric vehicle charging equipment. Our solutions are installed in 30+ countries throughout Europe. ๐๐ข๐ค๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ? ๐ Follow Alfen and our hashtag #PowerToAdapt for updates and ๐ ring the bell on our profile
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Great news!๐๐ Alfen is the 1st European AC charging station manufacturer to secure OCPP 2.0.1. certification for 2 crucial modules: Core and Advanced Security. OCPP, which stands for Open Charge Point Protocol, is essentially the language our chargers use to communicate with our clientsโ management servers. Simply put, it means that our Twin 5 and Twin 5 Plus public chargers comply with the latest standards. Incorporating OCPP 2.0.1 into our in-house developed Alfen Hardware Platform, enhances security and functionality for EV drivers and charge point operators. And thereโs more good news: this communication standard opens the door to 2 future developments under ISO15118, the international communication standard for EV charging: Plug & Charge and Bidirectional charging functionalities, also known as Vehicle-2-Grid (V2G). Read all about it on our website! https://lnkd.in/evxUVUgx Congratulations to our Product Management and R&D colleagues from #TeamAlfen for helping achieve this milestone. --- ๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ง! ๐ Netherlands-based Alfen is at the heart of the energy transition to limit climate change as a specialist in energy solutions throughout Europe. With more than 85 years of expertise, Alfen has a unique combination of integrated solutions that are helping our customers tackle their grid challenges. ๐ We design, develop and produce smart grids, energy storage systems and electric vehicle charging equipment. Our solutions are installed in 30+ countries throughout Europe. ๐๐ข๐ค๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ? ๐ Follow Alfen and our hashtag #PowerToAdapt for updates and ๐ ring the bell on our profile
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Go green with Alfenโs TheBattery Mobile X and learn how to obtain temporary clean power supply. ๐We asked our Commercial Director for Integrated Solutions Andreas Plenk and Sales Director for Energy Storage Solutions Stephanie Schockaert to tell us more about our 4th generation mobile battery and how our customers are using it to reduce CO2, boost energy efficiency and improve safety. They also shared details on the big electric excavator in our booth on business fair The smarter Eโฆ #TheBatteryMobileX #TeamAlfen
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Good news: our Italian team signed an agreement with CNA, an Italian association that represents the interests of small and medium-sized enterprises and artisans. Alfen and CNA will develop a professional training program for customers and installers to provide comprehensive education on EV charging stations, including installation and maintenance procedures. Together, we will develop and teach these skills to the entrepreneurs associated with CNA Rome and the students of a prominent Italian institution dedicated to education and training, called the CNOS-FAP Institute. As part of the partnership, #Alfen will provide the training institution in the Lazio region with some practical material for use during the training activities. Weโre kicking off the collaboration with a training given by Alfenโs technical sales manager Vito Chiatante! --- ๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ง! ๐ Netherlands-based Alfen is at the heart of the energy transition to limit climate change as a specialist in energy solutions throughout Europe. With more than 85 years of expertise, Alfen has a unique combination of integrated solutions that are helping our customers tackle their grid challenges. ๐ We design, develop and produce smart grids, energy storage systems and electric vehicle charging equipment. Our solutions are installed in 30+ countries throughout Europe. ๐๐ข๐ค๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ? ๐ Follow Alfen and our hashtag #PowerToAdapt for updates and ๐ ring the bell on our profile
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Another project update from Ostend, Belgium, where weโve made big steps installing a 24MW 2-hour battery system for energy multinational Centrica Business Solutions. The site will play a crucial role in increasing overall energy flexibility in the country, where the battery storage market is growing quickly as Belgium prioritises green energy to secure its long-term energy supply. When completed, the battery, situated on land at Ostend Basic Chemicals, will have the capacity to store energy and power 48,000 homes for 2 hours, enabling the grid to balance the peaks and troughs of renewable energy generation. After installing the components, we will create all electrical connections. Soon after, the plant will be energised and further commissioning and operational testing will take place. Weโll keep you updated when we have more news to share about this interesting project! --- ๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ง! ๐ Netherlands-based Alfen is at the heart of the energy transition to limit climate change as a specialist in energy solutions throughout Europe. With more than 85 years of expertise, Alfen has a unique combination of integrated solutions that are helping our customers tackle their grid challenges. ๐ We design, develop and produce smart grids, energy storage systems and electric vehicle charging equipment. Our solutions are installed in 30+ countries throughout Europe. ๐๐ข๐ค๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ? ๐ Follow Alfen and our hashtag #PowerToAdapt for updates and ๐ ring the bell on our profile
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Did you miss us at The smarter E? See how #TeamAlfen welcomed its visitors!
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Kier Construction, a leading provider of infrastructure services, construction and property developments, is using mobile batteries developed by Alfen to reduce carbon emissions. At a 54-acre construction site in Yorkshire, Northern England, the combination of clean mobile storage and diesel generators is saving its customer over 14,000 litres of fuel and 47 tonnes of carbon every month! A wonderful example of how our compact, plug-and-play battery units are helping our customers achieve cleaner construction!
How do we power a 54-acre construction site while keeping our net zero goals on target?๐ฏ At HMP Millsike in Yorkshire, weโre building the UKโs first all-electric prison and weโve used hybrid energy solutions to reduce our carbon emissions during the build. Working together, our generators and battery storage units are a carbon-reduction dream team saving over 14,000 litres of fuel and 47 tonnes of carbon every single month! Each Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland battery storage unit on site is paired with a generator and they work in โshifts.โ During the busy work day: โ๏ธ๐ท๐๏ธ Our generators work hard to power all of the tools needed to complete the dayโs construction while the battery units store up energy. At night and on the weekend:๐๐ค Workload drops, so our generators take a well-earned break and our battery storage units kick in to deliver energy thatโs free from fuel, emissions and noise. This hybrid โjob shareโ means that our generators can be powered off for around 12.5 hours per day for big carbon savings. Ben Stone, group head of environmental sustainability at Kier says: โItโs actions like these that will help us move another step forward on our journey to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. This technology not only helps to help reduce our operations carbon emissions and fuel costs, but also supports our wider net zero ambition.โ HMP Millsike is a new-build Category C prison currently being constructed in York and is due to be completed in early 2025. To read more visit: https://ow.ly/Zp6J50SmjPM #CleanAirDay #RenewableEnergy #SustainableConstruction #CarbonReduction #EnvironmentalSustainability
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