Power Factor Correction For Industrial Solar Systems
MAXIMISE YOUR SOLAR SAVINGS
Did you know poor power factor could be costing your business thousands every year?
Power factor correction helps reduce demand charges and lets you install a smaller, more cost-effective solar system.
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Cut electricity costs by up to 20%
Reduce the size and cost of your solar system
Shorten the payback period for your solar investment
Power Factor Correction For Industrial Solar Systems
Would you like to reduce your electricity bills or
put money back into your business?
Well-designed Power Factor Correction (PFC) solutions result in guaranteed savings. It
reduces the amount of electricity your systems need from an electrical power source. With these savings, your business can invest in a smaller off-the-grid or hybrid industrial solar solution, or use the savings achieved, to reduce the investment payback period of the solar system.
PFC for industrial solar installations offers both cost and energy-saving benefits for a great return on investment. Although industrial solar power systems tend to be expensive, Eric Solot from Alpha Power Solutions confirms, “you can reduce your industrial solar system requirements if you have a good power factor, which can be done through PFC!”.
Investments in industrial solar systems have a typical payback period of 5 to 10 years. The investment required for a PFC system is a fraction of the investment required for a solar system, and the typical payback period of an optimal PFC system is usually between 3 and 18 months.
The immediate and long-term benefits of our solutions are worth it.
Do you have an existing solar system or are thinking about getting one? Fill in the form to get a quote for cost savings with our PFC solutions!
Power Factor Correction
PFC can be difficult to understand and is the core business of Alpha Power Solutions. We are experts in this specialised field of energy efficiency; all you need to understand is the guaranteed savings you will achieve with our recommended solutions. Additionally, it is guaranteed that electricity costs will continue to rise, and as a result, the savings and associated payback period of an investment in a PFC intervention will decrease over time. Think long-term, think PFC!
Lower Solar Investment Costs
Investing in Power Factor Correction (PFC) means your business requires fewer solar panels to meet its energy demands. A well-optimised power factor ensures you don’t overspend on unnecessary solar capacity.
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Maximise Solar Efficiency
A poor power factor increases the energy your business pulls from the grid—PFC helps reduce this, making your solar system more effective. This ensures you get the most out of your investment while lowering reliance on expensive backup power.
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Faster Payback on Solar Systems
With PFC, your business shortens the payback period for its industrial solar investment. Instead of waiting years to see savings, PFC immediately reduces demand charges and energy costs, allowing your business to recover costs faster.
We help businesses remain viable, keep their doors open & become more sustainable. Speak to us today.
Our Guarantee
Alpha Power Solutions has over 30 years of experience in providing reliable and affordable PFC equipment solutions in Southern Africa. We can guarantee immediate power factor improvement and associated savings (with a notable reduction of between 20% and 50% on your power demand). This results in a significant reduction in your monthly electricity bills.
Complete the enquiry form or call us on 011 615 4640 so we can assist you at very short notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is power factor correction?
In most instances, PFC is the process of improving a lagging power factor, by generating reactive power on-site. This is done by energising capacitors in a controlled fashion, and as a result, the power factor of an electrical installation is improved as close to unity as possible.
Why is power factor correction necessary?
PFC improves the power factor of an electrical installation and, as a result, reduces the load drawn from the electrical supply, increasing energy efficiency and reducing electricity costs.
How do you fix poor power factor?
There are 3 main options to improve the power factor of your business – capacitor banks, synchronous motors, and static var generators (SVG). Alpha Power Solutions is a power solutions company, and we always offer the most cost-effective/beneficial solution to improve the power factor of the electrical installations of our clients, ultimately reducing power costs.
What happens if power factor is low?
To name but a few of the adverse effects, a low power factor can result in excessive electrical power consumption and demand, as well as excessive heat losses and elevated electricity costs.
For businesses that have reached the maximum of their electrical supply, the average cost of a PFC solution to free up supply capacity is usually 85% more cost-effective than an electrical supply upgrade.
TRUSTED BY INDUSTRY LEADERS
Our proven solutions have helped businesses across a wide range of industries save on electricity costs and improve efficiency. Here are just a few of the companies that trust Alpha Power Solutions to optimise their energy usage and keep their operations running smoothly.
INDUSTRIES THAT BENEFIT FROM OUR SOLUTIONS
Our energy-saving solutions are tailored to meet the needs of various industries. Whether you're in manufacturing, food processing, or retail, we help businesses like yours cut electricity costs, improve efficiency, and reduce downtime. Explore how we can support your industry.
| Abattoir | Dairy products processing | Paper & cardboard manufacturing |
| Bakery | Data centre | Paper & cardboard printing |
| Brewery & cooldrink bottler | Distribution centre | Paper mill (modern & traditional) |
| Brick manufacturing | Food processing plant | Pharmaceuticals manufacturing |
| Cable manufacturing | Metal fabrication | Plastic recycling |
| Cement product manufacturing | Metal recycling | Plastics product manufacturing |
| Chemical industry | Milling (flour, animal feeds, etc) | Saw milling and wood processing |
| Chicken farming (industrial) | Mineral processing | Store retail (large) |
| Cold storage | Packaging manufacturing (metal) | Tobacco product manufacturing |
| Manufacturing (components & parts) | Packaging manufacturing (paper & plastic) | Warehousing (large) |
POWER UP YOUR SAVINGS
We make it easy for you to start saving on electricity costs. Follow these three simple steps to get started.
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CONTACT US
Call, email, WhatsApp, or fill out our form. We’ll align with your energy goals and start the conversation about reducing your electricity costs.
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SEND US YOUR ELECTRICITY BILL
We’ll analyse your bill to provide a preliminary cost/benefit analysis, showing you how much you could save.
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GET YOUR PERSONALISED SOLUTION
We’ll give you a tailored plan detailing your potential savings and the cost of the solution, so you can make an informed decision.
I want to reduce my Power/electricity cost
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