Hardware / EV

Thorium

A retrofit EV charging controller that turns any charger into a revenue-generating, tap-to-pay charging point. No apps, no accounts, no platform commission. Just tap and charge.

Status
Active
Year
2026
Role
Founder, Hardware, Software, Cloud
Made in
Greece
Tech Stack
IoT NFC / POS LCD Touchscreen Ethernet / 4G Cloud Dashboard Viva Wallet
thorium.gr

Context

The Problem

Most installed EV chargers lack payment capabilities and generate zero revenue. Replacing them with smart chargers means throwing away €2,000+ in hardware. Existing payment platforms take 15–30% commission and lock operators into proprietary ecosystems.

The Solution

A retrofit controller that bolts onto any existing charger — wallbox, AC socket, CEE plug, or OCPP smart charger. It adds tap-to-pay NFC payments, per-kWh metering, and a cloud dashboard. Revenue goes directly to the operator’s bank account with zero platform commission.

Features

01

Tap-to-Pay

Contactless card or phone payments with preauthorization holds. No apps, no accounts, no QR codes.

02

kWh Precision Metering

Per-channel energy sensors charge users only for actual energy consumed. No flat fees, no guesswork.

03

Multi-Charger Control

One Thorium unit manages up to 4 chargers via contactor-controlled channels. Works with any brand or model.

04

Cloud Dashboard

Multi-site monitoring, live session tracking, remote pricing, analytics, and exportable reports via Thorium Cloud.

05

Zero Commission

Revenue deposits directly to the operator’s Viva Wallet merchant account. No monthly fees, no per-transaction cuts.

06

1-Hour Install

Any qualified electrician can install it. No special tools, no EV expertise, no charger replacement needed.

Specs

$ cat /etc/thorium/hardware.yml
4 Channels
Contactor-controlled
kWh Metering
Per-channel sensors
NFC Reader
Integrated POS
LCD Touchscreen
On-device UI
Ethernet + 4G
Always connected
24V Logic
Single / three-phase
IP65 Enclosure
Weather-resistant
Safety Systems
Contactor isolation

Markets

Retail Stores

Turn parking lot chargers into 24/7 revenue generators. Attract EV drivers while they shop.

Apartment Buildings

Offset shared utility costs. Each resident pays only for the energy they use.

Parking Operators

Stack charging revenue on existing parking income. Fully automated, zero staff overhead.

Lot Owners

Passive income from unmanned charging. Set the price, collect the revenue, done.

Roadmap

$ cat roadmap.log
V1 Current

Core platform — power control, kWh metering, tap-to-pay via NFC, 4-charger support, LCD touchscreen UI.

V2 Next

Smart features — Control Pilot integration, load balancing, remote dashboard, dynamic pricing, offline transactions.

V3 Future

Full EVSE controller — energy management, solar/grid integration, fleet management, API ecosystem.

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