It’s hard to believe we are in the fourth quarter of 2024. Time indeed flies. It’s been a busy time at SAFPA.
Ruveer Persad at Zest WEG electric motors was kind enough to host a technical talk on Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) in South Africa. It centred around South Africa – specifically the DTI and the phase out of IE1 and low-efficiency motors. The adoption of new MEPS for electric motors in South Africa will provide significant energy savings, and in so doing alleviate pressure on the country’s electricity supply crisis, while improving operational competitiveness.
Some electric motor OEM companies believe that during the course of next year the IE1 will no longer be accepted at South African customs, as these motors will not align with the country’s push towards energy efficiency. Zest described the MEPS platform, saying that consumers should rather be selling savings related to lower energy consumption from the higher efficiency motors, as opposed to the cost saved on capital equipment.
SAFPA is also keeping an eye on SANS 347 – 2019 and its impact on our industry, and will report back on the impact it will have on various stakeholders, including importers, retailers, users, and repair companies.
On a fun note, SAFPA hosted a successful golf day at the Benoni Country Club. The event was well attended and a great day out for all. Congratulations to the winners, Honingcraft.
There is loads of excitement building up for our upcoming Soccer Day, to be hosted at the Boksburg Stadium on 25 November. It’s a six-a-side format and is generally the best supported social event on our calender.
Thanks to all the member’s companies for their continued support and wishing them all the best.
Kind regards
Uven Moodley
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