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Solar highmast lighting for Tshepiso residents
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BEKA Schréder has supplied the locally designed and manufactured LED solar lighting highmast solution at Tshepiso Ext 1 and 2 in Sharpeville, Gauteng. Twenty 20 m high SOLARFLOOD PREMIUM highmasts, funded by the Department of Infrastructure and Development, including Human Settlements, were installed throughout Tshepiso Extensions 1 and 2. This community previously had no public lighting, leaving the area completely dark at night and contributing to safety concerns. Following the project’s completion, residents expressed great excitement and appreciation for the new lighting installation. About the SOLARFLOOD BEKA Schréder’s solar lighting highmast solution for outdoor open areas and rural applications provides a high-performing, robust option for off-grid solar lighting requirements. The SOLARFLOOD, designed and manufactured in South Africa, provides a reliable lighting solution with a high Ingress Protection level (IP 66) that withstands high ambient temperatures. The SOLARFLOOD is a sustainable off-grid performer with a superior lumen/watt ratio. High-performing optics allow for mounting of up to 20 m, providing high- quality light where it is needed. The photovoltaic energy conversion is optimised by highly efficient Monocrystalline solar module technology. This, in conjunction with the maximum power point tracking (MPPT) charging system and its lithium energy storage technology, provides a state-of-the-art quality system, offering the required system autonomy and providing a long-
Key advantages: • Designed and manufactured in South Africa; • Warranty up to five years (terms and conditions apply); • Specifically engineered for various geographical locations in Africa; • Offers enough autonomy to maintain reliable night operation for up to two consecutive overcast or rainy days at an average 11-hour period; • Long-life lithium (LiFePO4) energy storage technology, offering up to eight years of battery lifetime; • Designed to withstand wind speeds of up to 144 km/h and highly corrosion resistant; • Using the latest photometric light distributions and the highest efficient LED technology to provide maximum light levels and spacing between masts; and • Circular economy 3-star rating. About BEKA Schréder BEKA Schréder develops and manufactures sustainable LED lighting products in South Africa, designed and suitable for local conditions. “We are very proud to be associated with the Department of Infrastructure & Development, including Human Settlements, in providing a successful lighting solution for this project,” a company spokesperson said.
Enquiries: gauteng@beka-schreder.co.za
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T he FIFA Quality Programme has selected Signify as a Preferred Provider for floodlights, recognising that the company’s lighting solutions meet the football governing body’s highest quality standards. The designation establishes Signify as a trusted and recommended provider within the global football industry. As a FIFA Preferred Provider for Floodlights (FPP), Signify meets rigorous product, production, and system infrastructure performance requirements. The company will also collaborate with the FIFA Quality Programme to drive research and development in sports floodlighting, advancing future technical standards. The recognition reflects the transformative impact Signify’s floodlights have already made on the game-day experience. World-class illumination ensures optimal match conditions for players, spectators, and millions of TV viewers worldwide. Superior lighting also plays a critical role in supporting optical-based technologies such as video assistant referee systems, goal-line technology, and optical tracking. Stadium lighting from Signify extends beyond functionality, creating opportunities for additional entertainment at major events through customised light shows before, during, and after matches. Stadiums working with Signify as part of its FPP status can draw on a wide range of technology, including: Arenavision LED gen3.5: innovative LED pitch lighting that offers outstanding light quality, effective thermal management, a long lifetime, and is compatible with control applications, such as the Signify Interact Sports Professional lighting management system, which enables remote light management and scheduling. The system is compliant with international broadcasting standards for any sport.
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