7 November 2023: The upsurge of solar installations in both residential and commercial properties, often by less experience installers, who may not be fully aware of necessity for lightning protection, should be a major cause for concern....
24 October 2023: Valsa Trading’s latest addition to its comprehensive range of solar components are its cable management clips, that serve as invaluable assets for organizing and securing both AC and DC cables in all types of solar power systems, states CEO Svilen Voychev....
We are entering the 15th year of loadshedding and one might have thought that the renewables market might have been further along in its development than it is, but what has given, certainly solar PV such a boost is that loadshedding has become much worse, the realisation that the challenge won’t be solved in the short-term and increasing concerns on climate change - and the extensive uptake has meant that component prices for solar installations have become more affordable....
15th August 2023: South Africa is currently grappling with a severe energy crisis marked by an unreliable power supply and frequent, at times, daily load shedding. As a result, the pressing need for effective energy storage systems has become undeniable. In this challenging landscape, the Roy Pow Energy Storage System emerges as a beacon of hope, offering innovative features and remarkable benefits for businesses and households. The Row Pow system, distributed by Valsa Trading, is poised to revolutionise the energy storage industry in South Africa, here’s why:...
6 June 2023 Businesses and home owners are increasingly turning to photovoltaic (PV) solar to mitigate the often catastrophic effects of power cuts, but with so many ‘Johnny come lately’s’ entering the market, how does the average person who is prepared to invest hard earned cash in a solar, ensure they are a getting quality installation?...
Valsa Trading participated in the recent Solar Show Africa, co-located with The Future Energy Show, held at the Sandton Convention Centre. The event attracted thousands of visitors, confirming the public’s desire to take energy security into their own hands as well as the opportunities abound for new business development in the renewable energy environment....
While the highly anticipated relaxation of VAT on solar installations hinted at in the President’s State of the Nation Address didn’t come to pass in this year’s Budget speech, the Finance Minister has acceded to tax breaks and loan guarantees for both businesses and for individuals contemplating the installation of rooftop solar, at least in the residential market for the next 12 months and for two years for businesses to stimulate investment in the short term....
The inverter is a critical component of the solar power solution, so it is essential to choose the correct type according to your energy needs, budget, and inverter capabilities. "Typically, customers follow the cost-conscious route when choosing a solar product. But there are many factors to consider that will impact your budget and energy needs," explains Svilen Voychev – CEO of Valsa Trading....
September 2022: The solar debate is hot, but its information is a mashup of facts and hearsay. Homeowners share concerns about South Africa's regular week-long rainy, no-sun weather stints, while businesses are concerned about the installation and maintenance costs associated with going off-the-grid in favour of solar solutions. ...
As South Africa’s energy sector continues to navigate a myriad of challenges, there is renewed interest in small-scale embedded generation for homes and businesses – with a prominent focus on solar photovoltaic power. However, Svilen Voychev – Managing Director of Valsa Trading, cautions consumers from making snap decisions when investing in their solar power system....