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04/07/2026

Is your geyser set to the right temperature?

I get asked all the time: "What’s the best temperature for my geyser, and does the position (vertical vs. horizontal) really matter?

Yes, it makes a huge difference to your shower time!

The Science of the "Shower":

Your 150L Kwikot geyser acts like a thermal battery. To get a perfect 40°C shower, you mix your hot water with cold water.
If your tank stays "stratified" (hot on top, cold on bottom), you get way more hot water than the tank's capacity :-)
Here is how much usable 40°C shower water you get from a 150L tank (assuming standard stratification):
Geyser SettingTotal 40°C Water Available (without heating element on):

*50°C~200 Liters - Energy Stored Above 40°C 1.74 kWh
*60°C~250 Liters - Energy Stored Above 40°C 3.48 kWh
*65°C~280 Liters - Energy Stored Above 40°C 4.35 kWh

Vertical ( | ) vs. Horizontal ( -- ):

Vertical (The Winner):
Stratification Efficiency: High (~90–95%)
Because the tank stands tall, the hot and cold water stay separated much better. You get the full benefit of that hot water for longer. Always choose vertical if you have the space!

Horizontal:
Stratification Efficiency: Moderate (~75–85%)
Because the tank lies on its side, the cold water entering the tank mixes with the hot water faster. This "blurring" of the temperature means your water will start cooling down slightly sooner than it would in a vertical setup.

Solar/Hybrid Strategy:

For solar PV heating, it is often better to store water at 65°C during the day. Because you have more "thermal headroom,". You have enough energy stored that even with some mixing, the outlet temperature remains well above 40°C for the duration of your shower.

Our Pro Tips:

If your geyser is horizontal: Try setting your thermostat 5°C higher than you would for a vertical one. This helps compensate for the extra mixing.

Save energy: 50°C–55°C is great for daily efficiency.

Safety first: If you run your geyser at 50°C and dont replenish the water atleast once in 2 days , make sure to crank it up to 60°C+ at least once a week to prevent bacteria growth.

Need a geyser audit or a system upgrade?

Whether you're looking at solar or just need a more efficient setup, let’s chat!

03/07/2024

New import tax on solar panels in South Africa. The tax is 10% and it has caused mixed reactions in the solar industry. Some people believe the tax will create jobs and support the local economy. Others are concerned that local panels are not as good as imported ones.

Solar companies in South Africa are set to be charged more for imported goods, but there could be huge benefits for the country.

08/04/2024

The power stability Rabithole

Your electricity price has risen by +- 13.29% from the 1st of April, unfortunately this is not a true representation of what you will be paying for a stable electricity supply, as in the last 2 years you have paid price hikes represent a 33.8% electricity price increase over two years, and neither Eskom's financial nor generation capacity improved.

The scary part is your commercial buildings are paying more per kw/h in relation with residential customers, this is bad for the residential market as these clients will be the first to move to solar (and still to this day have solar incentives), meaning Eskom will get less per kw/h and will be forced to have more power increases in the future!

If you want to take back the power of your earned income, going solar is the only way to Reduce your reliance on State owned enterprises and the power of your Power!

Dawie Roodt :

“I can promise you, we’re going to see more electricity price increases as long as Eskom is managed in the way it is managed and as long as Eskom has this huge outstanding debt and as long as Eskom keeps on making losses — and they will keep on making losses.”

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Eskom’s price increases for the 2024/25 financial year kick in on 1 April 2024.

02/04/2024

The Sunsynk Three-Phase Hybrid Storage Inverters are highly efficient power management tools for three-phase grid applications. These inverters allow the user to control power flow from multiple sources such as solar, main electrical grids, and generators, and effectively store and deliver electric power to your applications.

These amazing three-phase inverters have a unique feature. They can operate and balance the load, which means you can have 20% connected to one phase, 20% to another, and 60% to the third phase, and it still gives perfect phase rotation. No other inverter in their class can offer this feature.​

Maximum charging/discharging current of 250A

Frequency droop control

Up to 16 inverters in parallel

Interactive display

RS485 Wi-Fi interface

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25/03/2024

How much is your pool costing you?

Tired of thinking what your pool is costing you, adjusting your pool timer to be the most cost effective?

Why not let the poolpump run on pure solar power?

This 750w solar poolpump is the perfect bled of power, efficiency and even your most common pool pipe size to make fitment a breeze!

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**excluding solar panels and installation**

22/03/2024

From 1 April 2024, South Africans will pay much more for electricity when Eskom increases its prices as part of its drive towards “cost-reflective” pricing.

If you don't want to pay more and more look at solar today!

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Eskom’s latest price increases make it more attractive and sustainable for companies and households to generate their own power and wave it goodbye.

19/03/2024

Cape Town slashing home solar approval times with new online portal

CoCT mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis launched the new online Energy Services Applications platform at an event hosted by GreenCape on Wednesday, 13 March.

18/03/2024

Energy Regulator is in keeping with section 8(9) of the National Energy Regulator Act

Energy regulator Nersa has decided to be fully transparent about ‘high profile’ tariff recommendations and committee decisions.

14/03/2024

Tired of Eskom's rolling blackouts? Consider Solar Power!
Looking at the news about Eskom's power stations, it's clear we need a more reliable energy source. Here's why solar panels are a great option for your home:

Long lifespan: Solar panels come with a warranty of around 25 years, so you can enjoy clean energy for decades!

Low maintenance: With no moving parts, solar panels require minimal maintenance, saving you time and money.

Reliable power: Say goodbye to load shedding! Generate your own clean electricity and power your home even during outages.

Solar power is an investment in your future and the environment. Isn't it time to make the switch? Contact a Avant Solar today and see how you can benefit!

Read the full article : https://businesstech.co.za/news/energy/758821/collapse-of-eskom-power-stations-in-photos/

Photos have emerged showing the state of operations inside various Eskom’s coal-fired power plants.

13/03/2024

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