South African regional company of the German photovoltaic system provider records initial successes in the distribution and project business

Cape Town, 09 May 2017 – IBC SOLAR AG, a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) systems and energy storage, has been active since January in the growth market of South Africa with its own regional company. Initial projects all over the country have already been successfully realised. From 16 to 18 May, IBC SOLAR South Africa (Pty) Ltd. will be showcasing its products at African Utility Week in Cape Town, one of the leading trade fairs for the African energy industry, where IBC SOLAR will exclusively launch the new SMA Sunny Boy Generation.

IBC SOLAR has been working together exclusively with its partner maxx | solar energy (Pty) Ltd. in the South African market since 2014. The two companies formed the new company IBC SOLAR South Africa (Pty) Ltd. based in Cape Town in January 2017. IBC SOLAR South Africa now offers its customers a perfect combination: over 35 years' experience of planning and realising PV systems of all sizes, together with an established partner that is familiar with the South African market and has access to a strong network of highly trained PV installers in South Africa.

The Management Board of IBC SOLAR South Africa consists of Albert Engelbrecht (IBC SOLAR AG) and Dieter Ortmann (maxx | solar energy). Locally, General Manager Daniel Haitzler is in charge of the regional company. Together with his team of four people at the Cape Town headquarters and Johannesburg, they are striving to a continuing market success.

“The South African PV market has substantial growth potential. Above all, there is a great need for self-consumption and storage systems for private households and the commercial sector,” says Daniel Haitzler. “In South Africa, we are taking a solution-oriented approach. Instability of the electricity supply and rising power costs are very challenging for private persons and companies alike. That's where we come in. We analyse, advise and offer customers a solution that meets their individual needs, which might be a diesel hybrid, off-grid or storage system.”

At the African Utility Week from 16 to 18 May, visitors to IBC SOLAR (Hall 1, German Pavilion, Stand B7-2) can find out more about the options for energy supply with solar power in South Africa.

Ergoform – a South African designer and producer of a full range of evolutionary office furniture – is the latest addition to the client portfolio of Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd.  

With showrooms in Cape Town and Johannesburg and fully equipped manufacturing premises in the Western Cape, Ergoform is an award-winning enterprise and one the most progressive manufacturers of office furniture in the country. Its success is due to owners Leon and Alice Roodt’s ability to anticipate changing corporate requirements and meet these needs with manufacturing excellence.    

The times are indeed a changin’, and so is the modern office. Workspaces are becoming increasingly flexible as communication tools become more and more mobile. Gone are the days where our desks are nailed to the ground - today is all about adaptability.    

Understanding the needs of the modern professional, Ergoform’s range of corporate furniture is not only mobile and easy to rearrange, but beautifully designed to blend into an ‘office-from-home’ setup too!    

Ergoform has a policy of continuously increasing its green manufacturing practices. The process starts with the design of new products, reducing material volume and eliminating materials that are harmful or potentially dangerous to humans. In addition, materials are sourced from certified and sustainable suppliers.  

Ergoform’s forward thinking, environmentally conscious approach makes it an excellent fit with Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd’s existing list of clientele, which includes interior design firm Inhouse Brand Architects, lighting design company Willowlamp, green and probiotic product producer Probio, and The Better Living Challenge.  

Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd is excited to welcome Ergoform on board, and looks forward to enriching the brand, developing new relationships and exposing Ergoform’s excellent products to a broader market.     

PRESS RELEASE ISSUED BY: Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd Contact: Tarn de Villiers 060 671 6091 Website: www.laurenshantall.com

Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa, December 2014 - The 2014 December Holiday season is upon us and Locals from the Garden Route, South Africa are ready for the annual influx of visitors to the area.

“We are looking forward to a busy season” says local crafter, Lisa Clark, of Shining Things “With the ‘Support Local’ culture bigger than ever we think that people are finally starting to realise that by supporting local they are improving the lifestyles of everyone in their community, including themselves.”

Clark is right about the effects of supporting local business. When you buy local produce you keep money circulating in your community. Rather than sending it off to big, internationally owned corporations, you are  making sure it gets back into the hands of the people around you. When your local crafters and producers in turn support local themselves the entire community benefits.

In this way the level of wealth in your area rises – which is always a good thing. It inevitably trickles down the food chain – making for more tax paying citizens, better public services and a lower crime rate.   When you buy from an independently owned market, like the Scarab market in Sedgefield, you are also guaranteed authenticity and a quality product – because the organisers want only the best produce on their markets, so they have regulations in place. So not only are you supporting local, but you are likely to be getting a better product for your money.

Eco-friendly shopping. For the most part local and hand crafted goods are exactly that – hand crafted. That means that they are less likely to be manufactured in large factories. They have been created somewhere close to where they are being sold – so less transport is needed. The cumulative effect is a lower carbon footprint and higher economic value. Basically it’s good all round.

Every summer SA’s coastal towns enjoy playing host to visitors from all over the country when friends and families come from far and wide to enjoy the natural attractions. If every holiday maker spends R100 on locally produced goods this summer – it could have outstanding effects for the smaller, tourist driven areas.

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Ivan Kier
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website: www.shiningthings.co.za
visit the stall at:
Knysna Tourism building,
Knysna Main road (December 2014)
Scarab Market,
N2 Sedgfield (Saturdays all year long)

The 5-star Hotel Izulu in Ballito will host one of its popular wine market events on 27 July from 12:00 and this month in conjunction with Klein Constantia Wine Estate for what promises to be a memorable day. 

Hotel Izulu’s new Executive Chef, Jennifer Du Toit will prepare a decadent menu of new food pairings, at a cost of R195.00 per adult and kids (3-16) for just R70 and will receive a special kid’s meal, a cold drink and an ice cream for dessert.

All guests can enjoy the day while being entertained by the band ‘Afritude’.

The food and wine pairing options on the day are a Salad of Baby Spinach, Salami, Ricotta, Balsamic Strawberries and Olive Oil paired with Klein Constantia KC Rosé, Cardamom Spiced Pear, Halloumi and Rocket on Bruschetta paired with KC Sauvignon Blanc 2013 and Seared Seafood Skewer, Dukka Cous-Cous and Greek Yoghurt paired with Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2013.

Further options include Lamb Shank, Roasted Butternut and Barley Roti paired with Klein Constantia KC Cabernet Merlot 2011, and Cherry Gammon Roulade with Prune and Cider Puree paired with Anwilka Petit Frère 2010.

There will be a pancake stall on the day as well as Hotel Izulu’s famous Deli offering soup, cheese boards, breads, biscuits and its famous fudge. 

All of the wines are available for purchase at a special reduced price by the bottle.

Wine chillers are also available to purchase at R79 each.

Reservations Essential: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 032 946 3444

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