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What does a Battery Trailer cost? And why is it so much cheaper than a diesel generator?

01-12-2025 Battery Trailer What does a Battery Trailer cost - and why is it so much cheaper than a diesel aggregate? More and more construction and civil engineering companies are switching to emission-free power supply. Not only because of stricter regulations, but also because it is financially and operationally smarter.One of the most frequently asked questions is, “What does a Battery Trailer cost - and what are the running costs compared to a diesel generator?” In this article, we set it out clearly. Purchase price: from compact to powerful The price of a Battery Trailer depends on the battery capacity and power. Several models are available, ranging from 24 kWh to 192 kWh. This allows you to always choose a model that suits your project: from small-scale construction sites to complete infrastructure projects. Running costs: much lower than diesel A traditional diesel generator runs continuously, even when hardly any power is required. This leads to unnecessary fuel consumption, noise and emissions. A Battery Trailer works differently: it only supplies energy when power is actually being used. Calculation example Battery Trailer (96 kWh)Full charging costs around €0.22 per kWh → €21 per chargeDiesel generatorAverage consumption: 4 litres of diesel per hour → 4 × €1.65 = ± €100 per day, excluding maintenance, filters, oil and fuel transport. The cost of a diesel generator is thus
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Why Euro 6 generators break down so often. And why Battery Trailers do solve the problem

01-12-2025 Battery Trailer Why Euro 6 gensets break down so often - and why Battery Trailers do solve the problemMany construction companies and rental companies report the same problem: modern Euro 6 gensets (or Stage V generators) break down much more often than older models. Especially when they only run at 10-25% of their power all day.But why does this happen? And more importantly, what does it mean for on-site reliability? In this blog, we clearly explain what goes wrong technically and what the consequences are. Why modern gensets cope poorly with low load Euro 6 and Stage V gensets are designed to run cleaner, but that only works if the engine is regularly under high load. On construction sites, this is hardly ever the case: machines are idle, consumption fluctuates, there is peak and off-peak load, which is why many generators run at only 10-25% of capacity most of the time. That's exactly where things go wrong. The real problem: too low temperature and poor combustion When a diesel engine runs underload, combustion does not get hot enough. This causes a chain reaction: This lowers lubrication and accelerates wear. Why this leads to lower reliability? Construction companies notice it immediately: Euro 6 units that are not properly loaded often do not even make it to the end of
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Battery Trailer now available from stock via Nemaco

30-09-2025 Battery Trailer Good news: our partner Nemaco Construction Machinery has widely highlighted the Battery Trailer in their new Action Leaflet. Thanks to Nemaco, contractors and property maintenance companies can now use the Battery Trailer straight from stock. The problems contractors face On the construction site, energy supply is often a source of frustration. Think of: The solution: Battery Trailer The Battery Trailer solves these challenges with a silent, emission-free and reliable power supply. It is easy to charge via a charging station or power connection and can be taken directly to the construction site or event. Moreover, the Battery Trailer saves up to 55,000 litres of diesel and 135 tonnes of CO₂ per year. Now readily available through Nemaco Thanks to Nemaco, the Battery Trailer is now readily available. Whether you are a contractor, property maintenance company or event organiser, the Battery Trailer will help you complete projects faster, more sustainably and cost-efficiently. 👉 View the Nemaco action leaflet for all details and models. Nijverdal Hermen Krommendijke-mail: hkrommendijk@nemaco.nltelefoon: 06-2040 0354 Coevorden Martin Vissere-mail: mvisser@nemaco.nltelefoon: 06-5068 6496
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Lenferink Vastgoedonderhoud puts Battery Trailer in Enschede: emission-free building in practice

16-09-2025 Battery Trailer Last weeks, Lenferink Vastgoedonderhoud deployed the Battery Trailer on a special project in Enschede. For housing corporation Ons Huis, the preservation of 73 homes on Borneostraat, Celebesstraat and Wooldriksweg is being carried out. The aim: to make homes with cultural-historical value ready for the future in a sustainable way. And that includes an emission-free construction site. Entire building site on power from the Battery Trailer According to site manager Gerben van de Ploeg, this trial was more than successful. The entire fleet, the 10-tonne crane, power tools and the plasterers' pump ran on the Battery Trailer all day long. Reactions on the construction site were unanimously positive: Gerben summed it up nicely: "Does what it's supposed to do, and it just works well." Why this is important More and more construction companies and housing associations are switching to emission-free solutions. The Battery Trailer is helping to do just that: This project shows that zero-emission construction is not a pipe dream, but practice today. Read more about this project on Lenferink's website: Verduurzaming 73 woningen in Enschede Curious how the Battery Trailer can support your project too? Schedule a demo via www.batterytrailer.eu/plan-een-demo. More info: Rens van Gurp t. +31 6 2355 4524rens@batterytrailer.eu Sjoerd-Jan Reinderst. +31 6 4509 4321sjoerd-jan@batterytrailer.eu
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5 Common misconceptions about the Battery Trailer

06-08-2025 Battery Trailer When making construction sites and event venues more sustainable, we regularly encounter scepticism and misunderstandings with the Battery Trailer (aka battery trailer). Not surprisingly, because change raises questions. In this article, we set the facts straight and show why this mobile energy solution is making a difference right now. Misconception 1: "Surely a battery like this will run out in no time?" Wrong.A common concern is that a battery trailer will not last long. In practice, most Battery Trailers easily last an entire working week on an average project.Moreover, thanks to the smart Remote App, you can always see in real time how much power is still available. This makes planning, recharging or swapping convenient and reliable. Misconception 2: "You always need an expensive grid connection." Also not true.The Battery Trailer is plug & play: you simply charge it via a standard EV charging station or a power connection. No fixed building connection or special grid management is needed. This makes it perfect for temporary construction sites, renovations or events. Misconception 3: "A diesel generator is cheaper." Not when you do the math.A traditional diesel generator seems cheap to buy, but has long since ceased to be so in use. A Battery Trailer saves up to 55,000 litres of diesel and 130 tonnes of CO₂ emissions per
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Why property maintenance companies and construction firms use the Battery Trailer in their tenders

08-07-2025 Battery Trailer Every tender revolves around one question: what makes your bid distinctive? Increasingly, the answer lies in sustainability, emission-free work and reliability.And this is precisely why more and more property maintenance companies and construction firms are choosing to include a Battery Trailer, also known as a battery trailer, in their plan of action. The procurement market is changing rapidly Clients, from housing associations to municipalities and provinces, are placing increasingly stringent demands on sustainability. Emission-free construction sites, CO₂ reduction and less nuisance are no longer 'nice-to-haves', but hard conditions in tenders. Those who anticipate this today will have the best papers tomorrow. The Battery-Trailer helps companies do just that, because this battery trailer meets exactly those conditions and has a few extra features. Why the Battery-Trailer is so strong in tenders Meets zero-emission requirements- Many projects are located in zero-emission zones. The Battery-Trailer provides zero-emission power and water without depending on a grid connection or diesel generator.Proven technology- The Battery-Trailer is already running on dozens of projects in practice. Not a pilot, not a concept, but a proven and reliable solution for the construction and maintenance sector.Flexible and quickly deployable- Charge the Battery-Trailer at a standard charging station or power connection, drive it to the construction site and you can start working immediately.Real-time insight for accountability- Via the Battery-Trailer
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Case study: Plegt-Vos runs emission-free on Battery Trailer

17-06-2025 Battery Trailer In making 62 houses more sustainable on behalf of Delta Wonen, Plegt-Vos shows that it can be done differently: no diesel generator, no noise, no emissions - but a silent and powerful Battery Trailer. From May to November, the trailer was deployed on the project around Alkerhoornweg in Zwolle. And with success. Superintendent Mr Nolle is very pleased with the deployment of the Battery Trailer: "It certainly meets our expectations. It does exactly what it is supposed to do: supply the chain park with power. We have been using it for a month now and we have not been without power. It delivers more than enough power, with no exhaust fumes and nice and quiet. "The Battery Trailer not only powers the supply chain, but also the tools and machines. And all without fuss: "We recharge it about once a week, which we have to keep an eye on, but it works perfectly." Subcontractors also respond positively. "They have all come to take a look and are super satisfied with its operation and the power it delivers." This project shows that the Battery Trailer also works perfectly on large renovation works. Quiet, powerful and reliable. And above all: completely
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Bye bye diesel generator - the silent revolution on the construction site

06-06-2025 Battery Trailer You know the drill. The generator roars. The diesel smell hangs in the shack. The neighbours complain. And when it breaks down: chaos.Why do we actually still accept that? Because there is another way. Quiet. Clean. Smart.The Battery Trailer is the modern replacement for the diesel generator. No noise. No emissions. No smell. And above all: no more dependence on fuel or grid management. 🔋 What Makes the Battery Trailer Better? ✅ 100% emission-free: no CO₂, no particulates, no nitrogen✅ Quiet as a mouse: just keep on working without noise✅ Plug & play: operational within 15 minutes✅ Rechargeable via EV charging station and power current✅ Always insight via our Remote App You know in real time how much power you are using, where the trailer is and how much capacity is left. That gives peace of mind. For the contractor and the client. Cheaper than you think A diesel generator that runs 9 hours a day, 5 days a week, consumes 157.5 litres of diesel on average. At a diesel price of €1.65 per litre, that costs €259.88 per week. A Battery Trailer of similar power consumes about 80 kWh per week during the construction of a detached house, at an average electricity price of €0.25 per kWh. That costs just €20.00 per week. 👉 That's a saving of €239.88 a week - almost €1,000 a month. Not to mention
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Battery Trailer finalist Innovation Award Zwolle Region 2025

06-06-2025 Battery Trailer YES! We're finalists for the Zwolle Region 2025 Innovation Award! We are proud and grateful that Battery Trailer has been nominated as one of the three most innovative companies in the Zwolle Region. The prize is awarded annually to entrepreneurs whose products or services make a social impact and really dare to make a difference. The nomination is a recognition of our mission: to make construction emission-free, silent and independent of the grid. About our innovation The Battery Trailer is a mobile battery solution that supplies construction sites and events with power and water completely emission-free.The unique thing? Our trailers are rechargeable via power current as well as a standard EV charging pole so always deployable wherever you are. And thanks to our Remote App, as a user you know exactly:- How much power is left- How much water is available- Where the trailer is located- What the power consumption is on the construction site So you are never without power again. And that means: continuity without worries. 💬 Response from our founders "This nomination feels like an appreciation for all the steps we are taking towards zero-emission construction. We are proud of our team, our partners and all customers who dare to go along with this change."- Says Rens van Gurp, Raymond Blokker, Jules van
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