Face to Face with Tim Butler: Insights from the Field BLOG Marina Face to Face with Tim Butler: Insights from the Field 6 November 2024 at 15:35:57 What Tim Doesn’t Know About Marinas Services Isn’t Worth Knowing ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Q: What are the key services and solutions that Rolec's Marina Department offers to its clients? At Rolec, we offer a comprehensive range of services, starting from pre-project planning, which includes utility services advisory, budget planning assistance, and tender/project scope surveys. We also handle M&E designs, calculations, and installation drawings. Our CAD design, product range, and no-obligation quotations cover essentials like electrical, water, sanitation, lighting, and emergency/SOS systems. Rolec also provides advanced cloud-based smart management solutions, integrating with existing marina management systems. When it comes to installation and maintenance, we offer full turnkey solutions, covering everything from supply and installation to commissioning and project management. We also provide remote product support and after-sales services for replacement components, if required. Working closely with a dedicated team of experienced engineers to ensure seamless operations. Q: What are some built-in features customers expect from modern marina service pedestals? Safety and durability remain top priorities, given the challenging waterfront environments. In recent years, customers increasingly expect smart metering solutions for managing electricity and water usage across their entire site. At Rolec, we offer a blend of both traditional robustness and modern metering systems, catering to the growing demand for efficient marina services and utility management. Q: How does Rolec ensure the quality and reliability of its marina utility products? We use tried-and-tested materials and components that have withstood decades of use. Our Classic pedestal, for example, has evolved over the past 34 years while maintaining its core quality. I regularly visit installations that are over 21 years old, and they continue to perform reliably, a testament to our products’ durability. Q: What are some recent technological advancements Rolec has adopted in marina services? Rolec is a pioneer in developing computer-controlled marina management services. We first launched our Berth Services Management (BSM) system, which quickly evolved into BM Online, a cloud-based solution with enhanced features. Our latest innovation includes the BerthVend Network, and a ‘Long Range Wide Area Network’ technology. This new wireless solution offers greater flexibility and efficiency in managing marina utilities remotely, allowing for continuous communication and control over essential services. Q: How can marinas stay up to speed with the developments in electric boat charging technology and get more involved in the electric vehicle charging market? As the demand for electric boating and vehicles rises, marinas must adapt to stay competitive. Investing in a variety of charging solutions, such as AC fast chargers for overnight usage and DC rapid chargers for quicker sessions, like those needed for water taxis, is essential. Rolec, with 16 years of experience in electric vehicle infrastructure, offers the largest range of charging options to meet diverse marina needs. Integrating smart charging technology will optimise power management, use while promoting these facilities on public apps will attract more visitors. Additionally, exploring fully funded partnerships will help offset upfront costs to purchase and install the latest infrastructure. By improving the overall visitor experience with modern technologies, marinas can future-proof their operations and position themselves as leaders in the electrification movement. Q: How do you work with clients to create bespoke solutions for their specific marina needs? Customisation can range from branding the hardware with logos and colours, unique products for specific projects, to developing bespoke software solutions, APIs, and more. Our in-house R&D team in Nottingham is equipped to handle special requests, ensuring that each marina gets a tailored solution that perfectly meets its specific requirements. In my new role as Key Client Engineer, I’ll be focusing on closer client engagement. After 21 years with Rolec, I’ve contributed to hundreds of projects across marinas in the UK and globally. From planning and execution to post-installation support, I’m here to ensure that our clients' marina developments run smoothly from start to finish. For more information about our Marina Services and Products, click here PREVIOUS NEXT Related Posts Electric Boat Charging; A Marina’s Guide MARINA NEWS Q2 NEW: BerthVend, a cloud-based berth services management system for marinas across the world

Affordable and adaptable, the BasicCharge is perfect for all locations and their EV charging requirements. Intelligent EV charging and OZEV workplace charging scheme grant funding available. Home Site Structure EV Charging Site Structure EV Charging Product Ranges Site Structure BASICCHARGE BASICCHARGE Intelligent EV charging pedestal The BASICCHARGE is a simplistic and affordable EV charging pedestal. This versatile charger’s integrated LED amenity lighting also provides greater visibility of the charging bays and surrounding areas. This future-proof OCPP compliant pedestal can offer a simple plug & charge or pay-to-charge solution via the EV driver’s smartphone and/or RFID card/fob through any chosen OCPP back-office management system. ENQUIRE NOW VIEW DATA SHEET Future-proof & feature rich Plug & go, mobile app or RFID controlled charging Choose from 1x or 2x universal charging socket(s) Up to 7.4kW or 22kW charging output(s) PME fault detection (no earth rod required) Supports dynamic load balancing & static load management OCPP 1.6 compliant (Can integrate with any back-office) Over-the-air firmware / software updates Built-in AC overload & fault current protection (RCBO) Built-in 6mA DC leakage protection Cable lock feature (can be permanently locked by user) Integrated RFID reader(s) LED amenity lighting head (Photocell controlled) MID-approved energy metering 4G / Wi-Fi / Ethernet connectivity IK10 impact resistant design Surface or root mountable OZEV grant fundable Designed & manufactured in the UK KEY FEATURES OCPP 1.6 compliant Branding & colour options available Grant fundable LED amenity lighting 4G / WI-FI / Ethernet enabled IP rated & UV stabilised THE SIMPLE YET EFFECTIVE INTELLIGENT EV CHARGER, SUITABLE FOR ALL LOCATIONS SUITABLE FOR CAR PARKS WORKPLACES DEVELOPMENT SITES PUBLIC LOCATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MATERIALS Substructure – Hot-dipped Galvanised Steel Panel – 3.2mm Aluminium composite Lens – High impact resistant 3mm Polycarbonate Lid/collar – ABS Granulate Natural Polyethylene DIMENSIONS 205mm (W) 1130mm (H) 205mm (D) CHARGE PROTOCOL Mode 3 INPUT VOLTAGE 230V AC (±10 %) 50/60Hz (Single Phase) 400V AC (±10 %) 50/60Hz (3 Phase) PROTECTION AC overload & fault current protection | DC fault protection - 6mA | Lightning surge, over temperature protection | PME fault detection | Supports dynamic & static load balancing OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES • RFID0010 | RFID card • RFID0020 | RFID fob • GMCP0010 | Ground mounting base for BasicCharge pedestal • EVCB0020 | Root mount protection barrier – 48mm • EVCB0040 | Surface mount protection barrier – 48mm • EVPS0010 | EV parking sign – A4 landscape (Other sizes are available) • EVPP0100 | 5m 32A Type 2 to Type 2 charging cable (10m options available) • EVPP0105 | 5m 32A Three Phase Type 2 to Type 2 charging cable (10m options available) • ACSR0125-F | 100A up to 35mm² screened CT clamp with 10m cable • ACSR0525 | Perific Max Fuse Protection Device with 3x 900A up to 36mm² Current Sensors • ACSR0535 | Perific Max Fuse Protection Device with 3x 900A up to 100mm² Current Sensors • ACSR0545 | Perific Max LAN Accessory Input Kit • Tethered models available upon request • Branding & colour options available NEED AN INSTALLATION SERVICE? Contact us today if your project requires installation. Our dedicated support team will connect you with a local installation partner. Rest assured, Rolec will provide expert support throughout your project. Are you an installer and want to become Rolec approved? Click here to learn how Product Enquiry Form Need help finding the right solution? ENQUIRE NOW Please complete the form and one of our experts will be in touch to discuss your EV charging requirements. I am...* An Individual A Company Next RELATED PRODUCTS QUANTUM LEARN MORE AUTOCHARGE LEARN MORE SECURICHARGE LEARN MORE PRODUCT CODES EVCL2005 EVCL2006 EVCL2015 EVCL2016 EVCL2007 EVCL2008 EVCL2017 EVCL2018 OCPP0210 OCPP0211 OCPP0220 OCPP0221 EVCO0210 EVCO0211 EVCO0220 EVCO0221 EVCO0214 EVCO0215 EVCO0224 EVCO0225 EVGM0210/WCS EVGM0211/WCS EVGM0220/WCS EVGM0221/WCS EVCO0214/WCS EVCO0215/WCS EVCO0224/WCS EVCO0225/WCS GMCP0010 ROLEC0211B ROLEC0211G ROLEC0211W ROLEC0221B ROLEC0221G ROLEC0221W ROLEC0213B ROLEC0213G ROLEC0213W ROLEC0223B ROLEC0223G ROLEC0223W

CASE STUDY Showroom, MG Head Office and Customer Home Charging MG Motors UK had a requirement to implement a nationwide EV charging network deployed across its showrooms, as well as offering standardised EV home smart charge point installations to its EV customers. SCOPE Design and manufacture a range of MG branded pedestal and wall mounted EV charge points to be located at MG dealerships, nationwide. Arrange installation of the charge point network to meet MG’s requirements and timescales. Design and manage a bespoke charge point installation management portal to enable MG customers’ home smart charge point installations to be monitored and managed, from enquiry through to installation completion. SOLUTION Supply/installation of EV charging solutions across the MG dealer network. Manage the home installation of Rolec WallPod:EV HomeSmart charging points for MG EV customers. PREVIOUS NEXT MG Motors UK

Classic touring electric hook up pedestals for campsites, caravan sites, and residential park. Best selling caravan service pedestal, renowned across the UK for design, manufacture and supply excellence. CLASSIC TOURING PEDESTALS The Classic Touring Hook-Up Pedestal range is acclaimed across the UK’s caravan and holiday park industry, allowing for the perfect campsite hook-up solution for all destinations. Versatile and adaptable, this solution meets all budget and location requirements. Home Site Structure Caravan Hook-Ups Site Structure Caravan Hook-Up Product Ranges Site Structure Classic Touring Pedestals KEY FEATURES INTERNAL ELECTRIC, WATER & LIGHTING SEGREGATION LED ILLUMINATION UV STABILISED STRONG & DURABLE IP65 WEATHER PROOF CE CERTIFIED The CLASSIC TOURING Pedestal Range Hot-dipped galavanised steel internal chassis UV stabilised aluminium composite external shell 16A IP44 interlock sockets 360 degree low energy LED lighting Fully segregated electric, water and lighting compartments Designed for ease of installation and maintenance The range also consists of lighting pedestals kWh Metering & Pre-paid Smartcard Metering options available Available in 1, 2, 3 and 4way versions SUITABLE FOR TOURING CARAVANS CAMPSITES AMENITY AREAS HOLIDAY PARKS SPECIFICATIONS MATERIALS Head: ABS Granulate Natural Polyethylene | Body Internal: Hot Dipped Galvanised Steel | Body External: Powder Coated Aluminium / Aluminium Composite / 304 Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS 205mm (W) x 1165mm (H) x 205mm (D) IP RATING Pedestal: IP65 | Sockets: IP44 (Interlock) SOCKETS 16amp or 32amp Single Phase Interlock Sockets IEC 60309-2 OVERLOAD & FAULT CURRENT PROTECTION MCB/RCD or RCBO IEC 60898-1, IEC 60947-1, IEC 61009-1 DATASHEET Classic Touring Pedestal (Interlock Sockets) > Need help with your caravan park, campsite or holiday park destinations? Give us a call on +44 (0) 1205 724 754 ENQUIRE NOW DATASHEET Button Need help with your caravan park, campsite or holiday park destinations? Give us a call on +44 (0) 1205 724 754 ENQUIRE NOW A tried and tested caravan hook-up pedestal, renowned across the UK’s caravan and holiday park industry OPTIONAL EXTRAS Shell colours and materials Branding vinyls 1/2" Water taps MID kWh mini-meters Smartcard metering Galvanised steel mounting bases and steel waste trays TV, telephone and data outlets Heat trace tape CARAVAN HOOK-UPS RELATED PRODUCT RANGES Quantum Touring Pedestals LEARN MORE Hook-Up Connection Units LEARN MORE Direct Connection Units LEARN MORE PRODUCT CODES LSAI0010i LSAI0010i/TAP LSAI0010i/KWH LSAI0010i/KWH/TAP LSAI0010i/SMART LSAI0010i/SMART/TAP LSAI0020i LSAI0020i/TAP LSAI0020i/KWH LSAI0020i/KWH/TAP LSAI0020i/SMART LSAI0020i/SMART/TAP LSAI0030i LSAI0030i/TAP LSAI0030i/KWH LSAI0030i/KWH/TAP LSAI0030i/SMART LSAI0030i/SMART/TAP LSAI0040i LSAI0040i/TAP LSAI0040i/KWH LSAI0040i/KWH/TAP LSAI0010 LSAI0010/TAP LSAI0010/KWH LSAI0010/KWH/TAP LSAI0010/SMART LSAI0010/SMART/TAP LSAI0020 LSAI0020/TAP LSAI0020/KWH LSAI0020/KWH/TAP LSAI0020/SMART LSAI0020/SMART/TAP LSAI0030 LSAI0030/TAP LSAI0030/KWH LSAI0030/KWH/TAP LSAI0030/SMART LSAI0030/SMART/TAP LSAI0040 LSAI0040/TAP LSAI0040/KWH LSAI0040/KWH/TAP ENQUIRE NOW

What grants are available for home electric vehicle charging points? Home Site Structure Support Site Structure What grants are available for home electric vehicle charging points? Sales Support Charging at Home What grants are available for home electric vehicle charging points? As the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles are committed to a greener and more sustainable future, they have invested a significant sum of money to support drivers in making the switch to electric. From 1st April 2022, homeowners of single-unit properties will no longer be eligible for the EVHS grant funding - those who are seeking to install a smart home charging point at their single-unit property must have the installation completed by 31st March 2022 and claims completed by 31st April 2022. The new EV Chargepoint Grant replaces the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS) and is open to: homeowners who live in flats people in rental accommodation (flats and single-use properties) residential and commercial landlords, social housing providers or property factors Residents in flats and rental properties will be eligible for £350 grant funding towards the purchase and installation of their charging point. To be eligible for the grant funding, residents must have off-street parking and an eligible EV/PHEV. Landlords and housing associations will also be eligible for OZEV grant funding; £350 per socket (units that are equipped with two sockets will be eligible for £700 grant funding per unit). A maximum of 200 grant funding applications can be made per year. Although there are no limits on the number of sockets per property, the charging units must be installed across private parking spaces. Check if you are eligible for OZEV grant funding: www.rolecserv.com/ozev-grant-funding 29 June 2022 Last updated: Related Support How does the WallPod:EV HomeSmart connect to the network? What other benefits does the WallPod:EV HomeSmart provide? Does your WallPod:EV HomeSmart support smart/green charging? Do you offer a smart electric vehicle charging point for the home?

Make your transition to an electric fleet hassle-free with our fleet EV charging solutions. Get in touch with our dedicated team of EV charging experts for more on how we can support your electrification plans. Home Site Structure EV Charging Site Structure For Businesses Site Structure Fleet Charging Site Structure Enquire Now FLEET CHARGING ENQUIRY Please enter your details below and a member of our team will be in touch shortly to discuss your requirements. I am...* An Individual A Company Next

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Rolec Marina’s MegaMaster unit is specifically designed for the superyacht industry, allowing for the best solution for all marina and waterfront destinations. Our range of superyacht services are suitable for private moorings, quaysides, superyacht berths and marinas. ENQUIRE NOW Home Site Structure Marina Services Site Structure Marina Product Ranges MegaMaster Site Structure MEGAMASTER UNIT The MegaMaster unit has been specifically designed to provide large scale services to the superyacht and megayacht industries. Available in either heavy-duty aluminium or stainless steel, the MegaMaster unit is a long-lasting and reliable solution for sizable marina and waterfront developments. Available in a variety of styles, finishes and sizes, the MegaMaster unit allows marina and waterfront managers the ability to offer their visitors a completely unique experience with our renowned bespoke services. ENQUIRE NOW KEY FEATURES INTERNAL ELECTRIC, WATER & LIGHTING SEGREGATION STRONG & DURABLE UV STABILISED LED ILLUMINATION BESPOKE MANUFACTURING CE CERTIFIED SPECIFICATIONS Materials Hard Wearing Aluminium Powder Coated Outer Casing GRP or Stainless Steel Internal Panel Options Dimensions (W) 1200mm-1800mm x (H) 750mm-1400mm x (D) 460mm IP Rating Sockets: IP44/67 | Enclosures: IPX6 Typical AVG Weight 80-120kg Overload & Fault Current Protection MCB/RCD or RCBO IEC 60898-1/IEC 60947-1/IEC 61009-1 Need help with your marina or waterfront destinations? Give us a call on +44 (0) 1205 724 754 ENQUIRE NOW DATASHEET MSDS-0007 Megamaster > HEAVY-DUTY UNIT DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR SUPERYACHTS SUITABLE FOR SUPERYACHT BERTHS QUAYSIDES MARINAS PRIVATE MOORINGS OPTIONAL EXTRAS Shell colours and materials Branding vinyls Electric and water metering Switching and control Flat or curved top options Air, TV, telephone and data outlets LED Colours Direct connections for 1000amp and 2000amp MARINA SERVICES RELATED PRODUCT RANGES Quantum Pedestals LEARN MORE Classic Pedestals LEARN MORE Mains & Distribution Units LEARN MORE PRODUCT CODES

CASE STUDY Wattif Provides Funded Rolec EV Chargepoint Solutions to The Motorist THE MOTORIST The Motorist is a unique venue located in Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds, where car enthusiasts can gather to appreciate great cars, enjoy good food, and take part in regular meets, activities, and signature events. The venue features an onsite garage, bodyshop, restaurant, and meeting spaces. Whether you are taking your car for a service, MOT, restoration, or you are more interested in the vehicle sales and the car showroom, The Motorist has something for everyone. The Motorist Garage & Bodyshop offers MOTs, servicing, restoration, recommissioning, and repairs to modern, classic, vintage, and pre-war cars and other vehicles. There are car shows and car meets at The Motorist every week, all year round, from classic car shows to supercar days and car meet ups, there is always something happening! Check out their calendar for the latest automotive gatherings. Their regular meets include the ever popular Coffee and Cars on every Sunday, Wheels & Wings each Wednesday, Bikes & Bonnets on Thursdays and The Saturday Motorist Club with special features each week. SCOPE Ideally situated between Leeds and York and close to the A1(M), The Motorist not only offers shop, garage, café and restaurant facilities as a unique stop off or destination, it is a unique motoring themed location for weddings, corporate meetings as well as weekly car and motorbike meetings With the increase in electric vehicle adoption, and visitors wanting EV charging whilst visiting the venue, The Motorist looked to install EV chargers to meet the growing requests and demand for EV charging from visitors and wedding/corporate delegates. The location of The Motorist close to the A1(M) provided the opportunity to increase footfall to the venue with visitors needing to charge, and have the benefit of the venue available to them whilst charging. With a car park capable of accommodating 200+ vehicles, The Motorist reached out to Wattif EV to provide initial charging of 4 car park bays with a build out programme to match EV charging demand over a multi year period. The current site electrical capacity required a solution that offered charging load management, and local lighting at the charger location was of high importance to the client for a safe charging experience. In discussions with The Motorist, a shared 50/50 investment in EV charging infrastructure was their preference, on a net revenue share scheme. SOLUTION A joint venture for a multi year managed services EV charging infrastructure comprising design, installation, commissioning, service and maintenance was agreed, with 24/7 user helpline and load management services. Wattif EV would manage the tariff and pricing, as well as user registration, for both mobile App and RFID transactions. Wattif EV would manage the life cycle of the assets from design to future build out, with support from their EVSE partner, Rolec EV. The Rolec EV Quantum 22kW dual pedestals were selected for performance, built in protective earth neutral switchgear, cyber security, and local charger lighting. The installation with civils took one week from initial site access to commissioning and staff/public charging, with civil and electrical installation performed by Tech Asset Management Ltd, and site material logistics managed by Oliver Ashworth, for a quick project turn around to meet a site event booked with the need for EV charging. Wattif EV provided The Motorist with access to 4 Rolec EV chargepoints, and a services programme to operate, manage and maintain these chargers with a further roll-out programme to meet the increasing demand of EV charging. BENEFIT The Motorist benefits from offering EV charging to visitors and delegates, as well as charging for motoring events and private parties/weddings. The back-end solution provides load management as well as demand reporting and operation features including tariff and user management, and the 24/7 support for users – allowing The Motorist to concentrate and do what they do best – providing a unique venue and personal experience to all their visitors. “Working with Wattif EV has proven to be a simple and cost effective solution to install and operate our new EV chargers here at The Motorist. Given our ‘raison d’etre’ is automotive, it seemed the obvious next step to accommodate our customers and their EVs. Wattif has been the perfect partner: they’ve shared their knowledge and expertise to ensure a smooth installation and launch. We’re delighted we can now bring another product offering to meet the ever-growing demands of our customers, whilst achieving our own net-zero and ESG targets.” Daniel Marshall, Operations Manager, The Motorist. PREVIOUS NEXT The Motorist

Electric hook up installation at your caravan site, holiday and residential park at affordable costs with ParkServ. ENQUIRE NOW Additional Services Home Site Structure Caravan Hook-Ups Site Structure Additional Services Site Structure Park Serv Park SERV For over 30 years, Rolec engineers have travelled the length and breadth of the UK, undertaking the installation of electrical hook-up, distribution and lighting systems - as well as electrical testing and support services to the caravan and residential park industries. In order to accommodate the changing demands of the caravan and residential park industries, Rolec’s ParkServ provides park operators with a local service combined with nationwide corporate resources. ParkServ is a nationwide network of Rolec trained, Rolec supported and Rolec managed electrical contractors, able to provide a host of corporate services at local rates, including: Free of charge site surveys No obligation quotations based on local rates Installation work by local engineers Rapid response callout service by local engineers Local aftersales support Electrical testing at local rates Locally stocked spare and replacement parts Local relationships All of these services are now available based on local rates, with the added confidence that the UK’s leading hook-up specialist/manufacturer, Rolec, is providing a nationwide ParkServ managed umbrella that includes: Direct to the park electrical designs Electrical design support and advice to local contractor Immediate access to the Uk’s largest and most comprehensive range of electrical hook-up, metering, distribution and lighting systems Timely product deliveries Product compliance and regulatory management General advice and support Project management and site meeting attendance Continual ParkServ local contractor training Continual ParkServ local contractor performance reviews For the contact details in your area, click below. ParkSERV provides caravan and park destinations corporate performance at local rates. Rolec North Scotland Gary Bruce at GBEC Scotland gary@garybruce.co.uk 07774 439353 Rolec North East Lee Crowther at ITS Ltd info@its-electricalltd.com 07739 373666 Rolec East Yorkshire Mike Turner at M.G. Maltby info@mgmaltby.co.uk 07866 611600 Rolec Norfolk & Suffolk Gary Stolworthy at Stolworthy Electrical enquiries@stolworthy-electrical.co.uk 01263 713758 Rolec South Ross Gulliver at Alpha Electrical ross@alphaelec.co.uk 07872 832724 Rolec South East Ray Holbrook at Holbrook Electrical ray@holbrookelectrical.co.uk 07711 789465 Rolec South Scotland Patrick McCulloch at First Choice Electrical patrick@1stchoiceelectrical.net 07815 811370 Rolec East Midlands Ben Sykes at PowerPark ben@ng1powersolutions.co.uk 07538 106614 Rolec Corporate HQ Sales Team at Rolec Services Ltd uksales@rolecserv.co.uk 01205 724754 Rolec Midlands & London Kye Bishop at R K Electrical kye@rkelec.co.uk 01536 601900 Rolec South Coast Gary Edwardes at Edwardes Electrical gary@gedwardes.co.uk 01308 422637 Rolec South West Seth Lamey at D.S. Electrical seth@ds-electrical.co.uk 07467 953140 Can’t find what you are looking for, or have a question? Give us a call on +44 (0) 1205 724 754 CONTACT US PRODUCT RANGES CARAVAN HOOK-UPS Classic Touring Pedestals LEARN MORE Direct Connection Units LEARN MORE Hook-Up Connection Units LEARN MORE Mains & Distribution Units LEARN MORE Quantum Touring Pedestals LEARN MORE