Client
ROC HilversumA vocational campus (ROC van Amsterdam - Flevoland)
Hardware
2x CoreShelter Units
Retrofitted to Existing Space
Financials
~85% Cost Reduction Vs. Projected Construction
Impact
Reduced Fire Risk and Saved Costs
“Safety is non-negotiable for us. We were fully prepared to invest in a major construction project to guarantee it. However, this solution proved we could achieve that same high standard of compliance without the heavy infrastructure, positioning us ahead of EU regulations while saving significant budget.”
- ROC Hilversum
The challenge: The construction trap
ROC Hilversum reached a critical safety crossroads: e-bike batteries had become a documented fire risk, and allowing them inside campus buildings was a liability the institution could no longer ignore. The initial response was to build a dedicated, standalone parking facility for e-bikes. However, the projected costs for groundworks, roofing, and secure access climbed to €60,000–€70,000 - a massive capital expense.
The solution: Retrofit, don't rebuild
Traditional construction can be a slow, expensive response to a fast-moving fire risk. PowerShelter provided a smarter path: rather than commissioning a new building facility, the college opted for active charging infrastructure near their already-existing bike parking.
By installing two CoreShelter units, the college achieved:
Zero Construction: Because the units are standalone and weatherproof, the college avoided expensive civil works and long lead times.
Infrastructure Integration: The lockers utilized existing outdoor space rather than claiming new land.
The CAPEX Advantage: By investing in PowerShelter's solution, the college reduced its anticipated capital expenses by over 80%, saving more than €50k in construction costs.
The impact: Immediate ROI
The decision to pivot from "construction" to "smart infrastructure" delivered instant results.
Budget Saved: By cancelling the new build, ROC Hilversum avoided a heavy infrastructure bill, freeing up critical budget for other campus priorities.
Risk Removed: The primary goal was achieved. All lithium-ion batteries are now charged outside the building, removing fire risk from classrooms.
Speed to Compliance: While a construction project would have taken months, the lockers were deployed rapidly.
