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
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.
