Energ-G-Africa (EGA) has relocated to a larger manufacturing facility in Paarl, Western Cape that includes a solar edge assembly line capable of producing 550W and 275W solar panels. This is in addition to its existing range of 20W, 50W, and 360W panels.
All EGA panels will be manufactured in South Africa under the internationally recognised TUV NORD certification and according to ISO and IEC Standards.
The new 550W and 275W panels will be available for purchase starting October and are intended to cater to both the South African market and export opportunities across Africa.
Our investment in state-of-the-art German technology allows us to produce highly advanced and reliable solar panels specifically designed for the African environment. We are equally dedicated to training, upskilling, and employing women and young people from local communities in our solar assembly and manufacturing processes. By integrating automation in key areas, we ensure superior quality control and cost efficiency, says Andre Moolman , CEO of EGA.
Our ability to adapt designs specifically for the African market is exemplified by the 275W panels. These panels offer flexibility while maintaining the voltage output of larger panels, allowing for integration with most standard industry inverters, says Dave Lello , Chief Business Development Officer at EGA.
The 275W panels are designed for higher capacity in a smaller footprint. For instance, on an irregularly shaped roof, you can install more panels, thereby generating more power. One 275W panel can replace a 2x150W configuration, providing better performance at a lower cost and requiring less space. Additionally, two 275W panels outperform three 150W panels, reducing the total number of panels needed, Lello says.
Both the 550W and 275W panels can be combined within the same string, optimizing performance for various configurations, including east-west orientations, to maximise energy utilisation throughout the day.
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