Annual registration of contractors 

by Tony McDonald, ECB

Most people are not aware that electrical contractors must register annually. This registration has been undertaken by The Electrical Contracting Board of South Africa (ECB) on behalf of The Department of Labour (DoL)... (more) 

The Electrical Development Training Trust Fund

By Bruce Jones, trustee
 

Early in 2005 Marc Yorinda approached the Electrical Development Training Trust Fund for a bursary to study electrical engineering at Wits University. Marc was a Rwandan refugee who arrived in South Africa after having "walked and hitch hiked" from Rwanda... (more)

Choose energy savers that deliver enough light

Information from Giantlight

Low voltage down-lights are effective and very fashionable. In some residential complexes the developer avoids the expense of decorative luminaires by installing standard 50 mm down-lights everywhere, from living room to bathroom... (more)

Choosing the right solar water heating solution in a competitive market

by Graham Mundy, Solar Beam

Consumers shopping around for a solar heating system in an attempt to save money on their electricity bills should first do some background research. They should be careful to choose a system that is based on the right technology for SA conditions... (more)