Narrandera Shire Council News, Narrandera Argus, 14 April 2022
Electric truck maker Janus has debuted the first battery-powered prime mover in Australia and has plans to set up battery swap stations up and down the eastern seaboard within months.
Council’s EDM Peter Dale recently attended a showcase of Janus products. Mr Dale met with representatives for Janus to discuss the merits of the company establishing facilities in Narrandera. Mr Dale outlined strategic advantages that Narrandera could offer the company.
The company plans to electrify long haul truck fleets using only batteries and plans to offer prime movers installed with its Janus Conversion Model (JCM), as well as converting existing diesel trucks for fleets that are due for an engine replacement or overhaul.
The company is planning to install “Change and Charge” stations at key locations on major routes to avoid lengthy recharge times. Also known as “battery swap”, this method is being deployed in several countries overseas.
For Janus trucks, it will mean batteries can be dropped off and charged on-site, reducing downtime for drivers and lengthening the life of the battery.
“The presence of a Janus facility in Narrandera would be a great transport industry development and renewable energy intitiative for the Shire” Mr Dale said.
This article appeared in the Narrandera Argus, 14 April 2022.
