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Yesterday, 10:20 PM

Derlyn replied to a thread 20 or 40 KA SPD in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

Just an enquiry. Isn't 16 sqmm wire an overkill for 60A ?

1 replies | 40 view(s)

Yesterday, 07:49 PM

Tradie started a thread Smart energy metering in Electrical Contracting Industry Forum

You would think in 2025, there would be a simple affordable accurate way to measure energy on a property, which can be viewed, downloaded and...

0 replies | 40 view(s)

Yesterday, 04:41 PM

Tradie started a thread Installing DC cables buried in the wall in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

A topic that was discussed on a video I saw the other day. How do you protect DC solar cabling from the solar panels down to the DC...

0 replies | 43 view(s)

Yesterday, 04:33 PM

Tradie started a thread 20 or 40 KA SPD in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

Another topic that creates a ton of confusion, there is no grey area, just a lot of unskilled people doing installations. I have heard people say...

1 replies | 40 view(s)

Yesterday, 04:10 PM

Tradie replied to a thread NRS approved solar equipment in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

Do you have a list of inverters which can be used in KZN or should I say a list of NRS 097 complaint inverters. I have just received an email...

3 replies | 355 view(s)

Yesterday, 01:43 PM

Dave A replied to a thread NRS approved solar equipment in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

One should not confuse the Cape Town approved inverters list with certified NRS 097 compliant inverters. Cape Town issued a bylaw banning all...

3 replies | 355 view(s)

21-Apr-25, 08:13 AM

Blurock replied to a thread Typical ANC thinking. in South African Politics Forum

Can you not pay your fine online through your bank? Alternatively, just ignore it as they are too lax to collect fines anyway.

3 replies | 283 view(s)

20-Apr-25, 10:04 AM

Gene replied to a thread Typical ANC thinking. in South African Politics Forum

Yes this is true- anc IS f..... I Went to the dept of labour on Wednesday to have my Electrical Cert. renewed for the next 3 years- Now in the...

3 replies | 283 view(s)

20-Apr-25, 09:40 AM

Dave A replied to a thread Typical ANC thinking. in South African Politics Forum

I take it the parking spot was available because of the absent staff :rolleyes:

3 replies | 283 view(s)

18-Apr-25, 01:36 PM

Tradie replied to a thread NRS approved solar equipment in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

What I dont see on the list, Must RCT Mecer voltronics.

3 replies | 355 view(s)

18-Apr-25, 10:15 AM

Tradie started a thread NRS approved solar equipment in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

You had a backup system installed in 2022, if you are connected to Eskom or the municipality, you should be registered right? If Eskom is your...

3 replies | 355 view(s)

18-Apr-25, 09:57 AM

Tradie replied to a thread Municipality SSEG registration in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

Then there is this, however this applies to ESkom not your municipality, so should you still register with the municipality? ...

3 replies | 382 view(s)

18-Apr-25, 09:47 AM

Tradie replied to a thread Municipality SSEG registration in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

Once the application is submitted and you (the owner) is authorised to go ahead with the installation, then the following will be required: You...

3 replies | 382 view(s)

18-Apr-25, 09:36 AM

Tradie replied to a thread Municipality SSEG registration in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

A list of requirements: Firstly who is responsible for submitting the a SSEG registration -- The owner. 1/ The SSEG application form, which...

3 replies | 382 view(s)

18-Apr-25, 09:17 AM

Tradie started a thread Municipality SSEG registration in Energy and Resource Conservation Forum

The first question: My understanding is that ALL Eskom SSEG registrations are free, including the meter, until March 2026, does this apply to all...

3 replies | 382 view(s)

18-Apr-25, 08:04 AM

Derlyn started a thread Typical ANC thinking. in South African Politics Forum

Well, I was fined for one rear brake light not working when pulled over at a roadblock. I have no problem with that .....guilty. The fine was...

3 replies | 283 view(s)

17-Apr-25, 01:38 PM

GCE replied to a thread Load shedding on its way ? in Electrical Load Shedding Forum

Been seeing articles over Eskom performance and the burning of diesel Went and had a look at there site and see that there has been more diesel...

12 replies | 11015 view(s)

15-Apr-25, 08:38 PM

skatingsparks replied to a thread A few challenges in electrical industry in Electrical Contracting Industry Forum

Heres mine. Used to work for thsi client about 4 years ago and their wiring was pretty perfect. We added a few bits an pieces in thier factory...

3 replies | 595 view(s)

15-Apr-25, 10:37 AM

Dave A replied to a thread 2025 Return of Earnings for Workman's Compensation in Labour Relations and Legislation Forum

Just had gone to have a look myself. One has to wonder what is really going on!

8 replies | 1228 view(s)

15-Apr-25, 10:02 AM

Mike C replied to a thread 2025 Return of Earnings for Workman's Compensation in Labour Relations and Legislation Forum

Now it's been moved to the 1st May!

8 replies | 1228 view(s)

15-Apr-25, 07:50 AM

Tradie replied to a thread A few challenges in electrical industry in Electrical Contracting Industry Forum

Thank goodness for metal detectors. When you open a socket outlet and there is no earth wire, its time to start tapping and scanning walls.

3 replies | 595 view(s)

15-Apr-25, 07:48 AM

Tradie replied to a thread A few challenges in electrical industry in Electrical Contracting Industry Forum

Would this pass as compliant, if it has a label on the door

3 replies | 595 view(s)

15-Apr-25, 07:47 AM

Tradie started a thread A few challenges in electrical industry in Electrical Contracting Industry Forum

See if you can spot the issue.

3 replies | 595 view(s)

15-Apr-25, 07:42 AM

Tradie replied to a thread VIR and the ECASA in Electrical Contracting Industry Forum

This is why it is important to check behind a surface mounted DB, it may look all new and rewired. Spot the code violations.

10 replies | 816 view(s)

15-Apr-25, 07:29 AM

Tradie replied to a thread VIR and the ECASA in Electrical Contracting Industry Forum

"It has been tested to the regulations at the time of installation" What are the chance that the person doing the test report is old enough to...

10 replies | 816 view(s)

14-Apr-25, 05:25 PM

Tradie replied to a thread VIR and the ECASA in Electrical Contracting Industry Forum

Reasons why not to buy a house with VIR (cloth) wiring, even if it passes every standard. 1/ The old steel conduit (16mm and sometimes split,...

10 replies | 816 view(s)