Tag: power
The robot-powered microbrewery of the future
The DIY approach of the microbrewery industry can be complemented by the use of robotics, says Yaskawa Southern Africa’s System Solutions Engineer Riccardo Ferrari.
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Eskom suspends load shedding ahead of weekend as demand drops
While a load shedding-free weekend appears to be on the cards, Eskom warned that the system still remains vulnerable and unstable.
Good news Mzansi, Eskom...
Zest Weg – 40 years and growing in Africa
Zest WEG’s four decades in Africa have produced a powerful local manufacturing base, and a growing footprint across sub-Saharan Africa – strengthening supply chains...
Solar-powered computer lab opens up new opportunities for students
A solar-powered computer lab in the Overberg town of Barrydale has opened up new opportunities for learners and students who have little or no...
How chicken waste is helping South Africa keep the lights on
Besides the birds themselves, poultry farms and poultry processing facilities have one thing in common: vast amounts of organic waste material.
With energy costs rising...
Eskom targets R55.6bn saving
Cost saving is key to Eskom's turnaround strategy and the power utility aims to save R55.6bn over the next three years, Deputy President David...
Tractelec alternators provide power to farmers
VERT Energy offers the agricultural sector custom-designed solutions for dependable power in areas without connection to the mains.
“Farmers are often faced with the inconvenience...
CT’s power quest stymied
THE Pretoria High Court has handed down a judgment in the City of Cape Town’s case against the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) and the...
Old Mutual fund urges South Africa to focus on power
A $1.9 billion infrastructure fund owned by Old Mutual Ltd. said South Africa should start with power as it embarks on an R2.3 trillion...
South Africa urged to prepare for load shedding
South Africans can expect another candlelit night as Eskom has announced it would implement Stage 2 load shedding between 4pm and 10pm on Tuesday,...