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Orbic - Solar and Electrical Renewable Energy , Electrical Systems, Automation, Smart Projects

We Supply , Install and Repair We also consult, design systems and can manage your projects.

Orbic Solar is a Solar Energy design, supply and installation company. We have been installing solar systems since 2013 and have successfully completed over 120 Projects. Our aim is to help you or your business go green and to save cost with renewable energy. We also do site surveys and site designs for projects. Additional we can assist with R&D of new prototypes and inventions to your electrical or mechanical engineering needs. FOR

- Residential
- Guest Houses
- Hotels
- Farms
- Commercial
- If not listed.. Most probably for you as well! So get in contact, and we can see how we can help you go green and save cost. SERVICES

- Complete PV Solar Turnkey Solutions
- Feasibility and Energy consulting services
- Professional Designs
- Project Funding
- Solar Partnerships
- Solar Investments
- Maintenance

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Orbic Solar is currently operating in the whole Cape Town area doing PV Solar Systems and Water solutions but are not limited for Cape Town only, if the opportunity is right we will gladly assist you as well. WE WILL BETTER ANY WRITTEN QUOTE, proven to be real and market related. WHY SHOULD YOU GET SOLAR ENERGY? It’s a choice with many benefits. For homeowners It’s a solid investment. Many home improvements that you will make, will not add nearly the same value. Solar energy will save you money each month. In addition, the investment that you make in solar, will increase your property value by much more than the investment. Solar Energy systems are designed to work for many years. Solar panels have no moving parts, so they are not damaged easily. This lowers the chance for an interruption in service. Either way, you can’t keep the money. Whether you’re spending money to make an investment in solar energy, or giving that money to your utility provider, that money is still being spent. Deciding to go solar is very much similar to deciding to purchase a home. You can invest in yourself and take control of your energy costs, or pay your utility provider for rented energy monthly. Products : solar systems, wind systems, water pipe system, ups systems, pump systems. Brands: - Solar - - - - Solar. And many other famous products

Free Delivery in Overberg AreaUnit can be viewed in Hermanus on RequestOnly one unit available.Install Costs not include...
11/09/2026

Free Delivery in Overberg Area

Unit can be viewed in Hermanus on Request

Only one unit available.

Install Costs not included, ask for a quote if you require assitance.

All Terms and Conditions apply.

5 Year Manufacturers warranty.

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Why the Iran War and the Closing of the Strait of Hormuz Could Affect Eskom and Increase Load SheddingMany people are as...
16/03/2026

Why the Iran War and the Closing of the Strait of Hormuz Could Affect Eskom and Increase Load Shedding

Many people are asking what a war in the Middle East has to do with electricity in South Africa. The connection may not be obvious, but the global energy system is deeply interconnected — and events thousands of kilometres away can still impact our power supply.

1. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important energy routes

The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow sea passage between Iran and Oman. It is one of the most critical shipping routes on Earth.

About 20% of the world’s oil supply passes through this single waterway every day.

If conflict in the region disrupts or closes this route, millions of barrels of oil cannot reach global markets. That immediately pushes global oil prices higher.

Recent reports already show oil prices rising above $100 per barrel as tensions escalate.

2. Higher oil prices affect South Africa — even if we don’t buy oil from Iran

South Africa imports most of its fuel and refined petroleum products. This means we buy energy at global market prices, not local prices.

When global oil prices rise:

Petrol and diesel become more expensive

Transport and logistics costs increase

Industrial production becomes more expensive

Inflation rises across the economy

Even if South Africa imports oil from countries like Angola or Saudi Arabia, the global price still rises for everyone when supply is threatened.

3. Why this matters for Eskom

Many people think Eskom only uses coal. While coal is the primary source of electricity, diesel plays a crucial role in stabilizing the grid.

Eskom relies on diesel-powered open-cycle gas turbines (OCGTs) to prevent or reduce load shedding during peak demand or when coal plants fail.

When oil prices rise:

Diesel becomes much more expensive

Running these emergency power plants becomes costly

Eskom may run them less often to save money

The result can be higher electricity tariffs or more load shedding.

4. Fuel shortages could worsen the problem

There are also concerns about fuel supply disruptions globally, which could create shortages and further drive up prices.

Higher fuel costs also affect:

Coal transport

Maintenance logistics

Power station operations

All of this increases pressure on Eskom’s already fragile system.

5. The global ripple effect

Energy markets are global. When a major chokepoint like the Strait of Hormuz is threatened, the impact spreads quickly across the world economy.

Possible consequences include:

Rising fuel prices

Higher electricity costs

Increased inflation

Greater pressure on power utilities

For countries already struggling with electricity supply — like South Africa — the effects can be even more severe.

⚡ In short:
A war far away can still affect your electricity bill at home. If the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted, rising oil prices could increase Eskom’s costs, raise electricity prices, and increase the likelihood of load shedding.

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Hermanus
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Monday 09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
Thursday 09:00 - 16:00
Friday 09:00 - 16:00

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