Farmers are becoming more and more thrown on their own resources for dependable and affordable electricity provision. Alternative energy provision is becoming advisable and even profitable, but then the matter has to be tackled with the required expertise and responsibility.

For this kind of advice, service and equipment the farmer need not hunt any further than MI Power. This company has a respected record in electronics and design and is one of the foremost – and still expanding – suppliers of sustainable alternative energy sources and pumps in Africa.

MI provides a complete service – from a power audit to establish requirements up to installation, commissioning and maintenance. Consumers in the communication, medical, industrial and agricultural sectors in several African countries already depend on MI for uninterrupted, sustainable electricity. Clients vary from households to large factories and farmers.

Save up to 75%!

The MI battery systems enable consumers to save money by charging batteries when the Escom tariff is low for use during high tariff periods. Up to 75% of the Escom peak demand tariff can be saved in this way. It further provides uninterrupted power during outages and Escom load shedding periods by means of the battery system by itself, or by connecting up with solar panels.

The systems are modular and can be assembled and expanded according to the requirements of the consumer. MI also offers the most advanced solar power systems and, by taking responsibility for intricate planning and assisting with difficult decisions, relieves the farmer of having all the responsibility on his shoulders.

Two of the most popular product series for farmers are:

Solar powered pumps

The most cost effective way to pump water from a borehole or river, is to harness the sun and use a solar powered submersible pump provided by MI Power as it does not demand any running costs. The advantages are:

• No energy costs;
• All costs are known beforehand making an exact budget possible – no unexpected tariff increases;
• A wise investment with a favourable yield;
• A robust system with a long life, low maintenance costs and no nonsense servicing;
• Comes with a three year guarantee; and
• Advice and backup to ensure the correct solar powered water pumping solution.

Water treatment pumps and alternating current borehole submersible pumps

MI Power also markets a large variety dependable alternating current (AC) borehole pumps varying from 76 mm (3 inches) to 254 mm (10 inches); also other pumps meant for sewerage and water treatment applications. These pumps have already proved themselves well and truly in South Africa’s severe conditions and provides the farmer with true value for money.

Applications for agriculture, industry and household use

• Boreholes;
• Pumping water from rivers and dams; and
• Sewerage and water treatment plants.

For saving electricity, sustainable power supply, solar power utilisation, and pumping and electricity solutions, contact Masala Ramabulana on 082-264-4888 or email masala@mipower.co.za. Also visit the website www.mipower.co.za for further information on how MI Power can make your life easier.