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Locally manufactured range, Creslow has introduced storage cabinets
To complement its Solarsmart Home ESS

clean energy solutions to store the battery system. These cabinets are
available in 3, 4, 5 or 6-unit configurations.
The company’s forklift industrial lithium
batteries have integrated smart capabilities
C reslow Energy Solutions – a local manufacturer of clean energy storage and are compatible with existing chargers, so
there is no need to invest in specific chargers
systems – has recently been established in South Africa.
“By using the latest technology in our clean energy storage products,
capability means these batteries can be charged
we provide an environmentally friendly and sustainable solution for the safe and or so-called smart chargers. The rapid charging
efficient storage of renewable energy, which can be used when required,” explains for short periods of time during working hours,
Kriban Govender, Creslow Energy Solutions’ managing director. typically during the lunch period and when the
“Solar off-grid energy systems are gaining popularity in South Africa, as a form of machine is not being used. This is an important
renewable energy which is clean, emission and noise-free, sustainable, safe and cost advantage over conventional lead-acid batteries
efficient,” Govender adds. which require between six and eight hours to
“The Creslow team is committed to the production of high-quality products, charge fully.
which meet stringent international and local quality, safety and environmental Unlike lead-acid batteries, lithium phosphate
specifications. We also strive to source locally manufactured components and to batteries do not contain any acid. There is
enhance the creation of job opportunities and skills upliftment. therefore no risk of acid spills, which is a major
“Our advanced battery systems have been developed for use in businesses safety concern in industry. In addition, disposal
and households to optimise energy requirements and to ensure the continuity of of lead-acid batteries must be controlled, to
operations during power outages. We have also developed highly efficient industrial ensure toxic elements are not released into the
lithium batteries, specifically for forklifts, golf carts and E-bikes. environment and, because lithium does not
“Creslow’s clean energy storage systems operate in two ways – either as a produce any heat or fumes, which is common with
battery backup system which works in conjunction with an inverter, or as an off-grid lead-acid, these batteries are recommended for
system which also requires an inverter and solar panels. In each case, it is critical that warehouse environments.
the system is installed by a certified technician. All of the company’s products are enhanced by
“Although our forklift battery systems provide up to 900 Ah and 52 V as standard, a specially configured battery management system
these battery capacities are not limited. A critical advantage of the company’s (BMS) which prevents over-charging and over-
solutions is that each battery can be customised to suit specific requirements. Our utilisation and controls other critical maintenance
specialists, with a thorough understanding of distinct South African conditions, are procedures, to significantly extend the battery’s
geared for the development of energy storage solutions to suit local conditions and service life.
market requirements,” he says. Safety features include an automatic cut off
The company’s modular approach for the home energy storage systems (ESS) when the battery is fully charged or depleted.
market allows battery packs to be connected in parallel, which means any specific Creslow’s lithium cells have a safe working
total capacity can be achieved. Market assessment indicates that for a typical large temperature for suitability to cold storage and
home to be off-grid, approximately 4 x 5 kWh battery packs are necessary. chill room environments. These units have a
For backup systems required during load shedding, a single 5 kWh battery discharging temperature from -35°C to 65°C and a
ensures the continuity of essential services – including the fridge, TV, lighting, Wi-Fi charging temperature range from 0°C to 65°C.
and cell phone chargers – for up to seven hours. The company’s team assesses market trends
and introduces new products to meet specific
demand. Autosmart, with all the benefits of
Lithium technology, has recently been released for
use in golf carts and caravans.
The company has engaged with partners in
Europe to ensure the highest standards within
international best practise for battery design.
These clean energy products are available
throughout the country from a network of
specially selected distributors and are supported
by the Creslow Energy Solutions team.

Contact JS Spies, Creslow Energy Solutions,
The Creslow Energy Solutions management team from left: JS Spies, Sales Director, Phone 083 655-2066, js@energysolution.co.za,
Kriban Govender, Managing Director and Barney Van Rooyen, Engineering Director. www.energysolution.co.za

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