Sun King, an international company that designs, distributes, installs, and finances solar energy solutions, launched its new Solar Inverter in Nigeria on 10 May, 2023. The inverter seeks to replace expensive, fossil-fuel-powered generators and end Nigerians’ dependency on the unreliable grid.
The solar panels generate direct current (DC), the battery stores the electricity then the inverter converts DC to alternating current (AC) that power appliances. The Sun King Solar Inverter which generates up to 2,000 watts of electricity (an equivalent to the grid) can power everything from homes’ domestic lights, refrigerators, and televisions to businesses’ computers, food processing equipment, and light machinery.
The hybrid inverter can be connected to two sources of electricity: solar panels and the electrical grid, when available....
Portable power stations are becoming increasingly popular as they offer a convenient way to keep your devices charged while on the go. It's also a great addition to your camping gear or emergency preparedness kit. In other words, it can be a lifesaver in a pinch.
Fortunately, the collection of portable power station products has grown significantly. According to research, the upward growth trajectory of this innovative device is expected to continue in the coming years, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4% from 2022 to 2028. (1)
With that in mind, choosing the right one for your needs can be overwhelming. But don't fret; this guide will introduce you to the six things you should look for when...
Are you looking for information on, how to cheat, or bypass your electric energy meter? Sorry to disappoint you. This page does not contain any information on illegal meter connection. Rather, it contains information on cheating the energy meter without breaking the law. In fact, the appropriate title for this page would have been ‘Tips on reducing your electric energy bills’.
However, we chose this title because of popular demand. With the deployment of energy prepayment electronic meters in Nigeria, Nigerians are now looking for ways of reducing their energy bills.
Metaphorically speaking, you are cheating your energy meter if...
Sakr power generation Nigeria Ltd is a major distributor of electric generators in the country. Sakr deal on generators based on engines from a wide range of brands.
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Sakr is an authorised distributor of General Electric (GE) Transportation Stationary Power. Sakr stock mini power plants from GE for deployment to large commercial and industrial clients.
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Sakr is currently promoting GE based generating sets. These mini plants operate at 1000 RPM medium speed and are sound proof.
These GE electric generating sets are most suitable for applications that require continuous power.
The GE mini...
Sakr power generation Nigeria is a distributor of electric power generators based on a wide range engines and alternators. Sakr supply generators for medium and large power applications (10KVA to 5,300KVA).
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Sakr generation Nigeria distribute products from brands like
Cummins
Lister Petter
Mitsubishi engines
General Electric (GE)
MBH
Sakr is an authorised distributor of General Electric (GE) Transportation Stationary power. Sakr stock Mini power plants from GE for industrial and commercial applications.
Sakr can handle turnkey power projects from 5MW to 50MW.
Sakr offer services ranging from sales, maintenance, spare parts, turn key power projects...
One of the most popular Electric generator brands in Nigeria some years back was the Tiger brand. This is especially true for generators with power ratings below 2.5KVA (a.k.a. I Big Pass my neighbor generator). Tiger generators are still very popular with small businesses like Electricians, Beauty salons, small business centers, as well as homes and so on.
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The popularity of Tiger gasoline generators and other affordable generator brands in Nigeria like Sumec Firman, ElePaq and Tigmax is helped in no small measure by the shortfall in power supply in the country,...
Electric generators are fast becoming a necessity in Nigeria. This is due to the increasing unreliability of public power supply. Most Nigerians now have to rely on electric generators to power their homes or businesses. One popular brand of domestic/low-power generator in Nigeria is the Elemax brand.
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Elemax Generators are popular in homes, offices, and small businesses and are noted for their reliability. However you are not likely to find one of less than 1KVA.
The power ratings range from 2.2KVA to about 20KVA and cost between 221,000 Naira to about 3,900,000 Naira. Elemax...
Here you will find information on prices of petrol and diesel electric power generator sets available in Nigeria. From our research Generator price in Nigeria starts at around ₦110,000. Note that generator price may vary depending on your location in Nigeria. Also, note that generator price may also vary depending on generator brand and functionality of the electric generator set.
For example, a generator that adds key start (electric start) will cost more than a generator that offers just manual start (rope and grip). A generator with mobility kit like wheels and handle for easy movement will also cost more.
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PHCN (Power Holding Company of Nigeria), the only electric power utility company in Nigeria is currently deploying energy prepayment meters in Nigeria. These Electronic meters are intended to replace the old post-payment meters. In this document we will look at some benefits of this new prepayment meters first to PHCN and then to average electric power consumers in Nigeria.BENEFITS TO PHCNThe new energy prepayment meters if well handled by PHCN will increase her revenue. First, since new meters are prepayment meters it will reduce the overhead that usually characterize house-to-house recovery of revenue as was almost the case in...
This document is not intended to teach you how to install an Electronic energy prepayment meter, it will only help you to know what to do and expect during prepayment meter installation. It will empower you to monitor the installation of your Electronic electric energy prepayment meter and ensure that the power holding company of Nigeria, PHCN, technician does the right thing.
Note your last Meter Reading
In case you already have the old metering unit, you must ensure you copy down your last meter reading on the old unit before the new Electronic energy-metering unit is installed. This is important...
The Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) is deploying Electronic energy prepayment meters in cities in Nigeria. These new meters are part of Nigerian government’s plan to ensure that Nigerians begin to pay for Electrical energy. Power Holding Company of Nigeria also hopes that the deployment of these new Electronic Prepayment Energy Meters will reduce the cost of revenue collection by PHCN as well as increase revenues.
These new electronic energy prepayment meters will put the consumer in control. You can now decide how much you are willing to spend on energy monthly. It is a fair way to pay...
Loading credit into your Electronic energy prepayment meter is simple. The Electronic prepayment meter provides you with a number of options. The most popular option is to load credit into your Electronic energy prepayment meter using your customer smart card provided with the meter. Another option is to load energy credit using a 12-digit pin code. Its infrared port provides a third option.
RECHARGING ELECTRONIC METER WITH SMARTCARD
Electronic prepayment energy metering system provides energy consumers with a smart card. This smart card is used to purchase, load, retrieve or sell power credit. Before you can use your smart card,...
Electronic electric energy prepayment meters are currently being deployed in Nigeria. The prepayment meters hold many promises. It will put the control of energy consumption in the hands of consumers. It will also encourage the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) to focus on power generation and supply because they will not earn any money if they do not supply power.
Electronic prepayment meter is an electronic device that enables an energy consumer to pay for energy before actually using it. The consumer buys energy credits from a power company like PHCN or its agents. Energy credit bought is loaded...
Are you planning to buy an electric power generator? Are you wondering which brand of generator to buy? Do you want to know what factors to consider when buying portable electric power generators for your home, small, mid-sized, and large business? If your answer to any of the above questions is yes, then welcome, you are at the right site. Focus will be on portable power generators used in homes and small businesses as well as industrial grade generators.
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Electric power generators supply standby power during a power failure. The first step in buying...
In order to ensure an efficient running of your power generator you must ensure that you follow the right procedure to turn it on. This post provides information on how to start a generator. Consult your generator manual for specific instruction on how to start your generator.
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Step 1: Take Generator to a Well Ventilated Environment
Ensure that your generator is outside the house in a well ventilated environment protected from the elements. With news of people dying of carbon monoxide suffocation every week in Nigeria this...
An electric generator must be stopped in a certain way in order to ensure its continued service. This post provides information on how to turn off a power generator. Except in an emergency shut down, the procedure below should always be followed when you want to stop your generator.
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Step 1: Disconnect Load
The first thing to do is to isolate generator from the load. This you do by first switching the transfer switch to the neutral position or/and removing connector from panel receptacle. Never shut down...
Now that you have put in the needed effort and money to buy your dream power generator, it is now time to ensure that you run the generator according to the expectation of the manufacturer. How long an electric power generator set can serve you depends on how well you use and maintain it.
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Some people leave their generator at the mercy of the elements; they starve it of engine oil and the worst of it all they overload the poor generator. Yet they expect their generator to respond when called to duty.
This...
Generators are very essential in Nigeria because of epileptic power supply. To ensure your generator lasts longer than a year or two there are a few thing you should do and others you should not do. Here is a few tips on how to and how not to operate your electric generating set.
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Power Generator - Dos
Do the following to your power generator for its longevity:
Fill your generator crankcase with recommended engine oil
Start generator using manufacturer’s laid down procedure
Stop your generator according to manufacturer instruction
Always keep your generator dry
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Here you will find information on prices of petrol and diesel electric power generator sets available in Nigeria. From our research Generator price in...
Lumos Solar Power System is an off-grid Solar Home System with a built-in inverter designed to provide Pay-as-you-go electricity to off-the-grid communities or communities...
Generator sets, as an alternate source of power supply, come in their different sizes — which grows proportionally and in accordance with their output...
MTN Mobile Electricity (a.k.a MTN Yellow Box) is a partnership between MTN, Nigeria's largest Mobile Network, Lumos, maker of PayGo off-grid Solar Home Systems,...
Generators are the popular alternative power supply choice of most Nigerians due to the erratic power supply problem plaguing the country for decades.
Generators are...
