Power management company Eaton launched an energy saving and backup hybrid invertor system that allowed for continued power during load-shedding earlier this month.

The system, which was launched alongside Eaton’s Experience Centre, in Wadeville, Gauteng, can provide sufficient power for small- to medium-sized enterprises during power outages.

The system can switch between main power, solar power and battery power, depending on availability.

“This solution is advantageous to all sectors, providing secure power and uptime in productivity,” Eaton MD Shane Kilfoil commented at the launch.

He stated that Eaton has identified a need to provide an alternative energy source capable of providing continuous power to the African market.

Although South Africa had not experienced load-shedding in the last month, the company launched the solution because it recognised the gap in the market, noted Kilfoil.

Meanwhile, the company’s Experience Centre is designed to showcase its innovation and demonstrate how the company benefits customers in key segments, including commercial construction, renewable energy, data centres, oil and gas, mining and utilities sectors.

Eaton sub-Saharan regional sales manager Craig de Vasconcellos stated at the launch that the company’s dedication to leadership in the mobile and industrial space has made it one of Africa’s preferred suppliers of hydraulic solutions.

The capabilities of the Experience Centre will allow visitors to engage with Eaton’s business consulting experts throughout the region. This will ensure that they are fully prepared to make informed decisions on the best solutions for their businesses.

The centre is open to CEOs, CIOs, VPs and industry specialists, as well as engineering students working towards understanding the industry and best practices from across the world are implemented locally, which will assist in upskilling and development across South Africa.