distribution networks
Asset Maintenance
Gauteng suburbs identified for Eskom electricity asset replacement
Eskom has committed to replacing its ailing infrastructure in Gauteng after experiencing an increased number of pole-mounted transformers and mini-substations that fail due to network overload.
Transmission and Distribution
Interview: Global stimuli affecting local utility decisions
Three industry experts talk about the digitalisation journey of Africa’s power sector and unpack global influences on local markets.
Transmission and Distribution
Overhead electrical infrastructure products for the African market – Vexila
Vexila is the first company in Africa to embrace and adopt composite insulator technology on fuse cut-outs and remains the only manufacturer of this product in South Africa, since the pioneering engineering of the product range more than twenty years ago.
Business and markets
DAY THREE: Best of Enlit Africa digital event agenda
Day three of Enlit Africa digital event takes a very forward-looking approach with its focus on Initiate (aimed at young professionals), smart grids and future systems.
Transmission and Distribution
AfDB approves $84.22 million loan to help electrify south Rwanda
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) recently approved a loan of $36.77 million and $47.45 million ADF grant to electrify rural households in south Rwanda.
Metering
Unlock fit-for-purpose metering solutions
With service delivery being the ultimate goal of utilities and municipalities, finding the best fit-for-purpose metering solutions will ultimately grow revenue and improve service delivery.
Asset Maintenance
Distribution transformer health assessments
To properly assess the transformer’s health, the monitoring system must perform physical measurements and analyse the results in the context of given environmental conditions.
Transmission and Distribution
Why EGLAs are a smart solution for stable power supply
With increased environmental considerations, power line designers turn to concepts such as Externally Gapped Line Arresters (EGLAs) that reduce the footprint of structures while fortifying networks to perform at the highest level of reliability.
Transmission and Distribution
Simulating and modelling resilient distribution networks with precision and speed
Distribution engineers and planners responsible for keeping the network stable and resilient must now consider factors such as reverse power flow, fluctuations, and integrations.
Transmission and Distribution
SA tender for the appointment of an Electrical Contractor
Tender notice and invitation to tender for the appointment of an electrical contractor for the construction of a 22kV, 12km bulk line for the electrification of Mlambongwane
