Electric Avenue
Electric Avenue is a Halifax-based EV charging equipment manufacturer (founded 2021) selling residential Level 2, commercial Level 2, and DC fast chargers (40kW-480kW) plus Enterprise Software, distributed exclusively through Canadian electrical wholesalers and a North American sales agency network serving contractors, businesses, and government customers.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2021
- HeadquartersHalifax, Canada
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Electric Avenue does
Electric Avenue Manufacturing Inc. is a Halifax, Canada-based private EV charging equipment manufacturer founded in 2021, operating as a rebranding of a prior renewables business. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes a unified EV charging portfolio spanning residential Level 2 (Watti Home Gen2 S, 48A / 11.5kW), commercial Level 2 (Watti Pro Lite S, Gen2 Slim, and Echo dual-port), and DC fast charging (Watti Direct Gen2 from 40kW to 480kW with Ultra systems scaling to 1.6MW). Its technology stack is built on open standards — OCPP 1.6/2.0.1 for charger-to-network interoperability, OpenADR 2.0b for utility demand response, ISO 15118 for Plug & Charge — combined with proprietary features including RemoteCore remote monitoring, CableGuard cut detection, ThermaGuard overtemperature protection, DirectConnect commissioning, No Network Payment Processing via HeyCharge, and a load management product line (Watch Home, Watch Mini, Watch Multi, Wattch CT Metering Kit) that addresses electrical panel capacity constraints in residential and multi-residential deployments.
Electric Avenue generates revenue through one-time hardware sales and a recurring software/subscription layer. Commercial L2 and DCFC stations require Enterprise Software subscriptions (Core/Plus tiers, $119-$649/station/year on 1/3/5-year terms); additional recurring revenue streams include 4G SIM/data plans, payment terminal subscriptions, Wattch Meter subscriptions, and the Electric Avenue mobile app for iOS/Android. The Contractor Incentive Program (Certified/Elite/Super Elite tiers with cash rebates funded through Canada's Clean Fuel Regulations) and the BlueVolt-powered Electric Avenue University certification drive installer adoption and downstream software attach.
The company operates exclusively through electrical wholesale distribution in Canada — 19+ stocking distributors including Wesco, Graybar, E.B. Horsman, Rexel, and Franklin Empire — and an independent sales agency network spanning all Canadian provinces and US states. Direct-to-consumer e-commerce supplements the channel for residential products. End customers span automotive (Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, Bentley), retail (Best Buy), hospitality (Holiday Inn, Novotel), government (City of Calgary, SaskPower, Hamilton Airport), education (UBC), media (CBC), rail (CP), and commercial real estate, with the parent entity employing 11-50 staff.
Electric Avenue firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Electric Avenue
- Legal name
- Electric Avenue Manufacturing Inc.
- Website
- https://goelectricave.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2021
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Electric Avenue is a Halifax-based EV charging equipment manufacturer (founded 2021) selling residential Level 2, commercial Level 2, and DC fast chargers (40kW-480kW) plus Enterprise Software, distributed exclusively through Canadian electrical wholesalers and a North American sales agency network serving contractors, businesses, and government customers.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Electric Avenue industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment
- NAICS
- Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531)
- SIC
- Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)
- akta.pro primary industry
- EV Charging Hardware Manufacturing (AC/DC Chargers/Dispensers) (IMACACAE)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- EV Charging Network Management & Software Services (CPMS, Monitoring, Billing) (TLAKAMAG), EV/Industrial Charging Power Electronics (Chargers, rectifiers, power stages) (IMAGADAF)
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Where Electric Avenue is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Halifax
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Electric Avenue business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- EV Charging Hardware Sales: One-time sale of physical EV charging equipment including Level 2 residential chargers (Watti Home Gen2 S), commercial Level 2 stations (Watti Pro Lite S, Watti Pro Gen2 Slim, Watti Pro Echo), DC fast chargers (Watti Direct Gen2 in 40kW-480kW configurations), pedestals, cable management, adapters, RFID access cards, and accessories. Hardware is sold through electrical distributors and e-commerce storefront.
- Enterprise Software Subscriptions: Subscription-based charge point operator software with tiered packages (Enterprise Basic free, Enterprise Core, Enterprise Plus) sold per station on annual, 3-year, or 5-year terms. Required for advanced features including billing, user management, analytics, revenue tracking, and remote monitoring on commercial and DCFC products.
- 4G SIM and Data Plans: Recurring data plan subscriptions for 4G-enabled charger models, sold in 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year terms. Covers 4G charger data plans, 4G router data plans, and payment terminal data plans with varying data limits.
- Payment Terminal Subscriptions: Subscription plans for internal and external payment terminal functionality, enabling contactless tap-and-pay, mobile wallet, and card payment processing on commercial chargers. Available in 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year terms.
- Wattch Meter Subscriptions: Subscription plans for Wattch Meter data and metering functionality, enabling load management and energy monitoring features on commercial charging networks.
- Installer Training and Certification: Level 2 PRO Installer Certification Program offered as one-hour virtual training session plus self-paced modules through Electric Avenue University (BlueVolt platform). Certification required for Contractor Incentive Program participation.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Watti Home Gen2 S - Residential Level 2 EV Charger |
| Freemium | Pay-as-you-go | Enterprise Basic - Free L2 Software |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Enterprise Core - Level 2 Stations |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Enterprise Plus - Level 2 Stations |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Enterprise Core - DCFC Stations |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Enterprise Plus - DCFC Stations |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | 4G SIM & Data Plans (OCPP internal to EVSE) |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Payment Terminal Data Plans |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Wattch Meter Subscriptions |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Wattch CT Metering Kit (EVEMS) |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Watch Home Load Management System |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Watch Mini Load Management Controller |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Watch Multi Suite-Level EV Management |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Watti Direct Gen2 40kW-60kW DCFC |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Watti Direct Gen2 60kW-240kW DCFC |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Watti Direct Gen2 240kW-480kW DCFC |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Watti Guard Surge Protector |
| Outcome Based/ Performance | Pay-as-you-go | Contractor Incentive Program Rebates |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels7 records
Electric Avenue product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Electric Avenue designs, manufactures, and distributes a full range of Level 2 and DC fast EV charging hardware (Watti Home, Watti Pro, Watti Direct) along with a proprietary cloud-based Enterprise Software platform for charge point management, billing, and load balancing. The company sells its products exclusively through Canadian electrical wholesalers and a network of certified installers, with a direct e-commerce storefront for residential customers, supplemented by load management devices, payment terminals, surge protection, and data plan subscriptions.
Product overview
Electric Avenue is an EV charging solutions provider offering a unified portfolio of hardware and software products. The core product lines include the Watti Home (residential Level 2), Watti Pro (commercial Level 2 including Lite, Gen2 Slim, and Echo variants), and Watti Direct (DC fast charging from 40kW to 480kW). All chargers are powered by the Enterprise Software platform, a cloud-based charge point operator system providing monitoring, billing, and load management. Supporting products include the Electric Avenue mobile app, load management devices (Watch Home, Watch Mini, Watch Multi, Wattch), and accessories such as Watti Guard surge protection and payment terminals. The Watti Pro Lite S also features a No Network Payment variant powered by HeyCharge for Bluetooth-based payment processing in connectivity-limited environments.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Watti Home: Residential Level 2 EV chargers engineered for reliable, high-speed home charging, featuring adjustable amperage, smart app control, and indoor/outdoor-rated durability.
- Watti Pro
- Watti Direct
Products and services
- Watti Home Gen2 S A 48A Level 2 residential EV charger with adjustable output (6A-48A), supporting plug-in NEMA 14-50 or hardwired installation. Features RFID authentication, WiFi connectivity, OCPP 1.6 support, and operates from -40°C to 50°C with NEMA 4/IP65 rating. Compatible with all North American EVs via J1772 or NACS connectors, no subscription required.
- Watti Pro Lite S A commercial 48A Level 2 EV charging station with built-in PEN fault protection, CableGuard cut detection, ThermaGuard overtemperature protection, and RemoteCore remote monitoring technology. Available in Standard, 4G Hotspot, and No Network Payment Processing variants.
- Watti Pro Gen2 Slim
Quantifiable outcome
- Dynamic load management eliminates the need for costly electrical infrastructure upgrades when deploying multiple EV chargers
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use Electric Avenue
Customer profileNamed customers23 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Electric Avenue technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration3 records
Feature16 records
Electric Avenue partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- ACQ DistributioncoreCanadian independently owned electrical distributor serving the greater Montreal area for over two decades. Stocks Electric Avenue EV charging products and provides local expertise to contractors.
- Bartle & GibsoncoreWestern Canada's premier plumbing, heating, and electrical distributor with over 80 years of experience. Stocks Electric Avenue products for contractors in Western Canada.
- BJ Electric Supplies Ltd.coreLocally owned and operated electrical distributor based in Edmonton, Alberta since 1976. Provides electrical products and control systems for industrial, commercial, residential, and OEM applications.
- E.B. Horsman & SoncoreWestern Canada's largest independent, employee- and family-owned electrical supplier with over a century in the electrical supply business.
- Eddy GroupcoreFamily-owned wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating, electrical and building materials founded in 1895, serving the Maritime provinces across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland.
- EECOL ElectriccoreLeading electrical product distributor serving Western Canada with end-to-end inventory and quality staff support for the electrical community.
- ElectromartminorFamily-owned and operated for more than 40 years, serving Hamilton, Guelph and surrounding areas with electrical products and expertise.
- EWELcoreAlberta-born electrical equipment supplier delivering top-tier brands, innovative solutions, and industry-leading service from house wire to high-voltage switchgear and multimillion-dollar job packages.
- Franklin Empire Inc.coreOver 75 years shaping the electrical distribution industry with over 20 branches covering territory across Ontario and Quebec from Windsor to Sept-Iles.
- FuturPlusminorIndependently owned electrical distributor focused on servicing electrical contractors specializing in the residential and commercial sectors in Ontario and Quebec.
- Gerrie ElectriccoreOne of Canada's largest independent electrical distributors built on a tradition of service since 1957, providing electrical, automation, and lighting solutions across Ontario.
- Graybar CanadacoreSubsidiary of Fortune 500 company Graybar Electric Inc., one of North America's largest electrical distributors. Headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia with over 30 branches across Canada.
- Ideal SupplycoreLeading Canadian electrical distributor supporting EV infrastructure projects across various applications, providing contractors with EV charging equipment, power distribution products, and dependable delivery across Ontario.
- JCM ÉlectriqueminorFamily run business specializing in electrical supplies located in Ste-Therese, Quebec, serving the commercial and industrial industries as well as municipal institutions.
- McLoughlan SuppliesminorIndustry-leading electrical, safety, and lighting products supplier since 1956, serving Atlantic Canada with 6 branches across Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia.
- Rexel AtlanticcoreSupports Canadian electricians with a wide selection of wholesale electrical supplies across 14 storefronts in Eastern Canada, providing local service and fast shipping nationwide for EV solutions and control equipment.
- Shortall ElectricminorEstablished in 1907, specializes in distribution of lighting, electrical material, and related products serving contractors and property managers from its centrally located Montreal hub.
- WescocoreLeading provider of electrical, industrial, and communications products, construction materials, and logistics services. Offers a comprehensive range of EV charging solutions ensuring reliable access to high-quality products and expertise.
- BlueVolt (Electric Avenue University)coreOnline training platform powering Electric Avenue's Level 2 PRO Installer Certification Program. Provides one-hour virtual training sessions and self-paced certification modules for licensed electricians and contractors.
- Open Charge Alliance (OCPP)coreElectric Avenue's software is built on the Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP), an open-source communication standard enabling interoperability between EV charging stations and network software companies.
- SAE International (J1772 / J3400 NACS)coreElectric Avenue products support SAE J1772 and SAE J3400 (NACS) connector standards, ensuring universal compatibility with all North American EV brands.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Electric Avenue competitors and assessment
Company assessmentMarket position
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights4 records
Customer concentration
Electric Avenue social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance22 records
Electric Avenue financial estimates
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Electric Avenue leadership team
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Electric Avenue funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Electric Avenue M&A and investment
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Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Electric Avenue
What does Electric Avenue do?
Electric Avenue designs, manufactures, and distributes a full range of Level 2 and DC fast EV charging hardware (Watti Home, Watti Pro, Watti Direct) along with a proprietary cloud-based Enterprise Software platform for charge point management, billing, and load balancing. The company sells its products exclusively through Canadian electrical wholesalers and a network of certified installers, with a direct e-commerce storefront for residential customers, supplemented by load management devices, payment terminals, surge protection, and data plan subscriptions.
Is Electric Avenue a public or private company?
Electric Avenue is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Electric Avenue founded?
Electric Avenue was founded in 2021. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Electric Avenue based?
Electric Avenue is headquartered in Halifax, Canada, in the North America region.
How does Electric Avenue make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. EV Charging Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are enterprise Software Subscriptions, 4G SIM and Data Plans, payment Terminal Subscriptions, wattch Meter Subscriptions and installer Training and Certification.
Does Electric Avenue have an API?
No public API is recorded for Electric Avenue.
What industry is Electric Avenue in?
Electric Avenue's product category is Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMACACAE, EV Charging Hardware Manufacturing (AC/DC Chargers/Dispensers), with a secondary code of TLAKAMAG, EV Charging Network Management & Software Services (CPMS, Monitoring, Billing). Its NAICS code is 33531 and its SIC code is 3600.