expert opinion on Eskoms load shedding program seems to differ quite widely with some experts warning that the load shedding policy is having seriously damaging affects on the electrical supply infrastructure. This is particularly worring with winter just around the corner and the demand for electricity to increase dramatically in the coming weeks. We have already seen expolosions at 2 power plants last week with experts warning that the...

The installation at Krohne SA is a good example of a neat, unobtrusive outdoor generator installation. The generator was installed at their corporate offices in Midrand and from the first day was put to good use during a load shed. The generator is an 80Kva installation housed in a weatherproof, soundproof housing situated in the car park and connected to the distribution board in the stairwell. The EDS (engineering design study) conducted for...

Corporate South Africa has been searching for a power solution that provides you the generating power for your current needs and will allow you to upgrade your generators at any time to cater for additional and future power requirements.  The solution lies not in purchasing generators or alternative power solutions but in a rental solution coupled with a service agreement which is backed by warranties from the worlds largest generator...

Arguably the most important issue to consider when installing a generator is the attitude of your insurance company towards the equipment you install and your ability to claim. Any generator that is not purchased/rented and installed by a recognized dealer and installer will result in your claim being denied. The generator engine may be a reputable engine from a recognised supplier but it is the generator set, including the Automatic mains...

If the incessant power outages and load shedding aren’t enough to get you interested in acquiring a generator then the proposed exorbitant electricity price increases surely will. The 53% increase is proposed instead of the 14.2% increase already approved and not an additional increase. Only a national power supplier, who has you by the short and curleys would dare increase their prices by this margin. Any other company who did this and had...

Brand name generator suppliers order books are getting longer and longer. Last month it was still possible to get generators from reputable suppliers and service agents over 20KV in 6-8 weeks, now the lead time is stepping up to 12-16 weeks and look set for continued high demand to far outstrip supply. Contact us now for a professional assesment Companies that have come to realise that there are viable rental and financing options available that...