Electric Meters & Metering Equipment News

Illegal connections are one of the pioneering causes of electricity-related injuries and deaths in South Africa, as reported by Eskom. Not only is there danger involved for those who connect their electricity illegally, but also for the rest of the community due to the fires and electrocutions that can be caused. Along with these devastating tolls, Dr. Andrew Dickson, Engineering Executive at CBI-electric: low voltage notes that there are also costs to the power utility and the municipalities i...

In the wake of South Africa’s longest uninterrupted period without load shedding, the rooftop solar market has experienced a slowdown, with the South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) reporting a 60-80% decline in project volumes between 2023 and 2024. However, as 2025 progresses, interest in solar energy installations is expected to rebound. This is according to Dr. Andrew Dickson, Engineering Executive at CBi-electric: low voltage, who explains that several fa...

When considering solar for the home or business, it’s beneficial to explore the options to find the installer that best meets the needs. Over the past twenty years, the industry has exploded with solar companies due to increased public awareness of the advantages of renewable energy and the lowering cost of solar power. Most solar installers specialize in different types of solar, whether it be commercial, residential, on or off-grid, or for heating. It is important to...

Obtaining a solar system can definitely help to save money on utility bills and additionally, it is a great clean energy solution for the environment. Unfortunately, some unscrupulous companies are jumping into the solar energy market to sell solar, and make a quick buck, meaning scams are prevalent. Avoiding solar panel scams does not need to be difficult. Read through the strategies to avoid these scams, and make sure the solar system performs at high quality for years to come. Ask for licen...

Upwards of 10 million South Africans holidayed domestically during the 2023/2024 festive season, while 620,600 ventured abroad. With recent economic boosts like lower inflation, interest rate cuts, and cheaper fuel, even more South Africans are set to spend their time away this holiday. “But before they set off, they should ensure their property is protected from unexpected power cuts which can occur due to factors such as load reduction, severe weather conditions, and increased...

The withdrawal of funding from the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) is a setback for South Africa’s move to a low-carbon economy. This initiative was designed to mobilize public and private investment to help developing nations transition from fossil fuels to cleaner energy sources and accelerate the decarbonization of key sectors. However, the funding cut threatens to delay critical programs already hampered by slow financial inflows and resistance from the Department of Mineral...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure, Cadolto Datacenter GmbH (Munich, Germany), and Legrand Data Center Solutions (Baiersdorf, Germany) are jointly unveiling a next-generation modular edge data center – a turnkey solution engineered for speed, scalability, and sustainability. The innovative system will debut at Data Center World Frankfurt 2025, taking place on June 4–5, 2025. New modular solution As demand for reliable, high-performance computing accelerates–driven by AI, edge proc...

By 2026, 573.7 million households worldwide will have smart home devices, 19 million of which will be South African. To help make more South African homes smarter, sooner, CBI-electric: low voltage has recently launched its IoT (internet-of-things) home automation range, called the Astute Range. New Astute Range Established in 1949 in South Africa, CBI-electric: low voltage is a designer, manufacturer and supplier of quality low voltage electrical distribution, protection, and control equipme...

Solar power is an exciting and inexpensive alternative to power the home or business. These days, it’s tough to disregard all of the advantages of solar energy if they’re looking to install solar panels and ditch traditional sources of energy. If they aren’t utilizing solar power yet, here are some clear cut advantages that might convince they to pull the trigger and start getting that home energy from the sun! 1. It still works on cloudy days When determining the effectiven...

Wieland Electric is proud to announce that its samos® PRO MOTION Controller has been selected as the Gold winner in the Control Systems category of the Plant Engineering 2025 Product of the Year awards program. This award highlights the samos® PRO MOTION Controller’s innovation, performance, and contribution to advancing industrial automation and safety. Designed for high-performance motion control and functional safety, the samos® PRO MOTION delivers powerful real-time capab...

Comau has agreed to collaborate with multiple industry-pioneering companies, at an international level, addressing the need for affordable automation to drive advanced on-demand manufacturing applications. The collaborations are aimed at numerous sectors, from automotive, naval and aerospace to energy, microfactories, mold & tooling, construction and beyond. Overall production efficiency Comau now delivers truly on-demand, just-in-time production when and where it is needed By accelerati...

As the twenty-first century progresses with strides in energy transition and shifts toward renewable energy, the demand for larger throughput systems has equally increased. More manufacturers in the renewable energy space are scaling capacities on intermediate devices to increase output. As they see increasing voltage levels on the photovoltaic panel, combiner boxes, battery storage and inverters, there is equally a need to have circuit protection devices or disconnect switches built...

NOARK Electric is proud to offer 1, 2, and 3-pole Series – M molded case circuit breakers. These MCCBs are designed for maximum performance and reliability. The compact case design of these breakers gives them a smaller footprint making them perfectly suited for use inside panels. The frame sizes are available as 1, 2, and 3 pole with operational voltage ratings from 240-690 Vac and 250-500 Vdc.  Like many NOARK Electric products, these MCCBs are backed by NOARK’s exclusive fiv...

Power outage from national grid maintenance or natural causes is inevitable. From time to time, one can expect their power to go off. Even though this is a common thing to happen, it can be disappointing for most residential homeowners if it impedes the accomplishment of urgent tasks. For this reason, every home with a solar installation should have a Tesla Powerwall Battery. This battery stores solar energy to power essential electrical equipment when power from the national grid goes off or w...

Following reports of uncertified electrical products being sold on international online marketplaces, concerns are mounting over the potential risks these items pose to South African consumers. “When it comes to electrical products, the difference between safety and disaster often hinges on a simple certification label. Understanding its importance can be a matter of life and death,” warns Khensani Ndobe, International Export Sales Executive at CBI-electric: low voltage. Stringent...

South Africa's water crisis is intensifying as failing infrastructure, droughts, and shrinking reservoir levels strain municipalities. Gauteng is already facing level one restrictions, while eThekwini’s water curtailments will continue until September. With demand set to outstrip supply by 17% in five years, urgent solutions are needed. Dr. Andrew Dickson, Engineering Executive at CBi-electric: low voltage, urges national and local governments to adopt smart...

Decarbonization, Zero Waste, and Net Zero carbon emissions: they’re increasingly common goals for organizations, building owners, and facility managers. The first step toward achieving these goals, of course, is to measure building emissions to create a baseline. This measurement allows building owners and operators to assess the effectiveness of their sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives and demonstrate progress toward climate commitments. Building Energy Performance Standa...

Designed for even greater flexibility and a wide range of applications: The new 1218 SXR and 1228 SXR DC motors. These models expand FAULHABER’s proven DC motor portfolio and set new standards in performance and versatility for miniature drive systems. Needs of modern drive solutions The new SXR motors offer standard higher performance and a broader range of configuration options to meet the demands of modern drive solutions. They provide flexible voltage variants from 3V to 18V, as wel...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, launched its first Impact Building in Dubai as part of its new Impact Buildings Program. As the world’s most sustainable company, Schneider Electric’s Impact Buildings Program aims to drive sustainability through its own global commercial real estate using best-in-class EcoStruxure™ solutions, software, and services. These include EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Powe...

IEC60601-1 Edition 3.2 is the internationally recognized safety standard for medical electrical/electronic equipment. It covers the basic safety and essential performance requirements, in order to protect both operators and patients. It includes strict guidance for critical parameters, such as isolation voltages, creepage and clearance distances and leakage currents. Compliance with the standard is vital to prevent risk of electric shocks which could cause serious injury or even prove fata...

LOVATO Electric launches the new motorized changeover switches type GLCM, a solution that combines innovation, reliability, and ease of installation. These switches are designed to automatically switch between a primary power line and a secondary emergency line, ensuring continuity of supply for priority loads. Compliance with UL1008 standards The range includes three-pole and four-pole versions, available in IEC versions with currents from 125A to 315A They are used across a...

Nidec India Private Limited, a subsidiary of Nidec Corporation, announced that it has held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new (third) building of its existing factory in Neemrana, Rajasthan in the Republic of India (“India”). the groundbreaking ceremony Time & date: 10:30–12:00 on Monday, May 19, 2025, local time Place: Neemrana, Rajasthan, India Main attendees included: Mr. Mitsuya Kishida – Representative Director, President and CEO, Nidec Corporation M...

On The Tools, the UK’s largest online construction community, is proud to announce a new sector partnership with City Electrical Factors (CEF) – the UK’s pioneering electrical wholesaler – in a shared mission to better support and celebrate the UK’s electrical workforce. Awareness of CEF’s offerings With a network of nearly twice as many distribution outlets as their nearest competitor, CEF is known for offering unrivaled customer service, deep product knowl...

Delta announces the debut of two Industrial Automation products at SPS Italia, taking place on 13-15 May 2025. Engineered for the Industry 4.0 era, the new ASDA-A3EP servo drive and the new Delta Human Machine Interface DOP-300 Series help accelerate the pace of factory automation while realizing greater efficiency, agility and productivity benefits. They will both be present on Delta’s booth (5, A025) alongside its existing range of VP3000 Series Drives and MSI Motors, and the award-winn...

Rising electricity costs have recently become a pain in the neck for Phoenix residents. Now, residents spend an average of 11.96¢/kWh, which is higher than the state average. Although the cost might not seem like much every month, the annual spending will make the jaw drop. Therefore, why keep spending a fortune on energy needs when they can offset electricity bills with a solar panel system? Now, they stand to save a lot of money with a solar system, especially given the high intensity an...

Decarbonization, Zero Waste, and Net Zero carbon emissions: they’re increasingly common goals for organizations, building owners, and facility managers. The first step toward achieving these goals, of course, is to measure building emissions to create a baseline. This measurement allows building owners and operators to assess the effectiveness of their sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives and demonstrate progress toward climate commitments. New construction and major renovati...

Delta, a global player in power and smart green solutions, is showcasing its upgraded portfolio of fully integrated Smart Energy Infrastructure Solutions at The Smarter E Europe 2025. Offering advanced energy storage, EV charging, PV inverters, an AI-driven energy management system, and hydrogen energy solutions, Delta empowers utilities, commercial enterprises, and industries to accelerate sustainability goals and enhance grid resilience. Key highlights this year include the new 50kW DC Wallb...

The global energy landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace. With the increased adoption of renewable energy sources and the drive for a more sustainable future, the demand for efficient energy storage has never been greater. Enter Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), the backbone of modern energy infrastructure, ensuring stability, resilience, and efficiency in power distribution. Stable power distribution In 2024, the US battery storage market saw record-breaking growth, with nearly...

Delta, a pioneer in power management and smart green solutions, announced its 5,500W 19-inch (1RU) and ORv3 21-inch (1OU) high-power redundant power supplies for AI servers have recently become the world’s first to attain the industry’s highest energy efficiency certification 80 PLUS® Ruby due to their groundbreaking peak efficiency as high as 97.5%, and a power factor of 0.99 under full load. Delta has drawn upon its superior prowess in soft-switching technology and advanced ci...

With its worldwide online “Eplan L!VE” event on 14 May, this time around solutions provider Eplan is guest at Eaton in Hengelo. Enquiring minds can gain first-hand experience about how Eaton's facility in the Netherlands has optimized all its processes in engineering and manufacturing for maximum efficiency. In just two-and-a-half hours, online attendees will get a compact overview how new ideas and tried-and-tested solutions for greater productivity look on the ground. News on Epla...