SOLAR POWER SOLUTIONS
ENGINEERED FOR RELIABILITY & SAFATY
Professional solar design, installation, and maintenance for homes, farms, estates, and businesses - built for South Africa’s real-world load-shedding, surge, and energy demands.
SOLAR POWER SOLUTIONS
In South Africa, solar is no longer a luxury - it is an essential part of everyday resilience. Between load-shedding, unpredictable municipal supply, voltage spikes, and grid failures, solar power ensures continuity, safety, and operational stability. Sentrix Solutions delivers professionally engineered solar installations designed to maximise energy efficiency, protect appliances, secure your property, and reduce long-term operating costs.
We do not install cheap, unsafe, or uncertified systems. Every project follows strict engineering, compliance, and safety protocols backed by technical expertise.
WHY SOLAR RELIABILITY MATTERS
A correctly installed solar system provides:
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Reduced energy costs
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Operational continuity for businesses
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Power stability for security systems
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Protection against outages and surges
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Increased property value
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Reduced risk of appliance damage
A poorly installed system, however, can cause:
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Electrical fires
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Inverter failure
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Battery damage
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Permanent appliance loss
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Insurance claim rejections
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Surges into security systems
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System downtime when you need it most
Quality installation matters more than the brand of equipment. Sentrix Solutions prioritises safety, technical accuracy, and compliance.
OUR SOLAR EXPERTISE
Sentrix specializes in:
Solar System Design
Custom-designed systems based on:
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Property size
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Power usage profile
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Backup requirements
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Load priorities
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Future expansion
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Budget and lifecycle cost
Professional Solar Installations
We install:
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PV panels
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Hybrid inverters
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Lithium battery storage
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Surge protection systems
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AC/DC isolators
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Mini-DB solar distribution units
Solar System Upgrades
For clients with outdated or failing systems:
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Replace lead-acid with lithium
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Upgrade low-capacity inverters
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Add additional panels
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Improve cabling and protection
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Fix compliance issues
Troubleshooting & Repairs
We diagnose and repair:
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Inverter faults
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Battery issues
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Underperforming panels
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Unsafe wiring
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Overloaded systems
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Incorrect configurations
TYPES OF SOLAR SYSTEMS WE INSTALL
Grid-Tied Systems
Best for lowering electricity bills.
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No batteries required
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Solar reduces grid usage
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Ideal for businesses and homes with stable supply
Sliding Gates
Most popular in South Africa.
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Uses solar + batteries + grid
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Keeps critical loads running during outages
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Scalable and flexible
Off-Grid Systems
For farms, remote sites, or areas with unreliable supply.
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Completely independent from Eskom/municipal power
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Requires proper design for storage and load control
Load-Shedding Backup Systems
For clients who don’t yet want full solar:
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Battery + inverter setups
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Powers essentials (lights, Wi-Fi, alarm, CCTV, gate motor, fridge)
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Can be upgraded later to full solar
COMPONENT QUALITY & TECHNICAL STANDARDS
Sentrix uses only approved, high-quality equipment:
Panels
Tier-1 monocrystalline panels with high efficiency.
Inverters
Hybrid and off-grid inverters rated for SA conditions.
Batteries
Lithium-ion (LiFePO4) with long lifespan and safety certifications.
Protection
Every installation includes:
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DC isolators
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AC breakers
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Surge arrestors
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Earthing
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Weatherproof conduit
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Correct cable gauges
Compliance
We ensure compliance with:
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SANS 10142
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Municipal metering rules
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Electrical CoC requirements
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Insurance safety standards
Your system is safe, legal, and insurable.
SOLAR SOLUTIONS FOR DIFFERENT SECTORS
Access control systems are significantly more powerful when part of a layered security plan.
Residential Homes
Solutions designed to power essentials:
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Lights
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TVs
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Wi-Fi
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Security systems
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Gate motors
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Fridges
Borehole pumps (optional upgrades)
Commercial & Industrial
We help businesses stay operational:
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Office complexes
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Retail shops
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Warehouses
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Manufacturing sites
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Restaurants
We design systems based on:
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Operating hours
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Machinery load
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Productivity requirements
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Surge protection needs
Farms & Rural Areas
Solar eliminates dependency on unreliable rural supply:
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Cold rooms
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Irrigation pumps
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Electric fences
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Gate motors
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Water purification systems
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Staff residences
Off-grid and hybrid systems available.
Surge Protection & Safety Measures
South Africa has some of the world’s harshest electrical conditions.
We include:
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Surge arrestors
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Overcurrent protection
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Earth leakage systems
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Voltage
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Lightning grounding
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Weatherproof mounting solutions
This protects inverters, batteries, appliances, and your security infrastructure.
OUR INSTALLATION PROCESS
1. Site Assessment
We inspect:
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Roof structure
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Shading
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Electrical DB
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Current energy use
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Security system integration
2. System Design
We calculate:
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Number of panels
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Inverter size
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Battery capacity
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Surge protection
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Cabling requirements
3. Professional Installation
Performed by trained solar technicians:
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Panel mounting
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Inverter configuration
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Battery connection
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Protection installation
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Wiring and conduiting
4. Testing & Certification
We provide:
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System testing
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Load verification
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Electrical CoC
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Insurance compliance documentation
5. Training & Handover
We teach you how to:
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Monitor performance
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Manage loads
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Charge and store data
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Maintain system health
MONITORING, REPORTING & MAINTENANCE PLANS
We offer optional maintenance:
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Performance monitoring
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Panel cleaning
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Battery health tests
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Firmware updates
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Diagnostic reports
Proactive maintenance significantly extends system lifespan.
WHY CHOOSE SENTRIX SOLUTIONS
✔ Professional, compliant installations
✔ Only premium, approved components
✔ Safe wiring and surge protection
✔ Technical expertise — no subcontractors
✔ Transparent design and pricing
✔ Reliable support and maintenance
✔ Systems engineered for South African conditions
Sentrix Solutions delivers solar systems that work - when you need them most.