Test results are finally in and we are very proud to announce that Solardome SA's systems outperformed all the other systems that are participating in the ESKOM Demand Side Project. This has secured us the highest incentive amounts for our solar heating units.
SABS initially undertook solar tests on behalf of CEF, installing test rigs on the roof of the SABS building in Groenkloof, Pretoria. This allowed solar performance testing, which is of particular significance to Eskom as the subsidy funds are allocated depending on the efficiency and performance (kW/h) output of the geyser. Test rigs (solar panel and geyser as a unit) are also subject to hail, ultraviolet exposure, pressure and other tests as defined by the Mechanical endurance standard SANS 1307. Finally, electrical safety tests are conducted by SABS, as required by SANS 151 and SANS 60335-2-21.
Brief description of standard
SANS 151
Testing of a fixed electric storage water heater.Report verifying of manufacturer specs and testing of all electrical components, electrical performance and standing losses.
SANS 1307-2005
Report on general construction of the solar water heating system. Refers to certain industry standards and specifications that has to be adhered to.
SANS 6211
Report on outdoor solar thermal performance, mechanical endurance, solar standing losses and drain down tests.
IEC 60335-2-21
Safety of house hold and similar appliances. Report that focus on the electrical components and safety.
Here are the test reports.
Conformity Report
Report issued when all relevant tests are completed and is a summary of important product specifications and performance figures.This report is for the standards SANS 1307 and SANS 6211-1
200 litre system
300 litre system
SANS 151 (Geyser)
200 litre system
300 litre system
SANS 60335-2-21 (Element and thermostat)
200 litre system
300 litre system
SANS 1307 (solar water heating system)
200 and 300 Litre Indirect systems
200 and 300 Litre Direct systems
SANS 6211-1 (solar thermal performance)
200 Litre Direct system
200 Litre Indirect system
300 Litre Direct system
