147 kWp of Solar Power for a Major Chicken Farm

On a chicken farm, a power cut is more than an inconvenience. Livestock welfare and daily production both depend on electricity, so when the power stops, the risk starts immediately.

That’s why Grey West Projects installed a high-capacity solar and battery system for a major chicken farm, giving the operation a stronger, more dependable power supply.

The System at a Glance

• Solar PV array: 147 kWp

• Inverters: 100 kW

• Battery storage: 216 kWh

• Technology: Sigenergy

• Supplier and partner: Herholdt’s Group

Why Reliable Power Matters on a Chicken Farm

An operation of this size can’t simply wait for the power to come back. Livestock need stable conditions and production runs around the clock, which makes reliable, high-capacity power essential rather than a nice-to-have.

Load shedding has shown many South African farmers how exposed they are to the grid. For more on the risks of power interruptions, read how solar protects your business from load shedding.

What the System Does

Each part of the system has its own job:

• The solar array generates electricity from the sun during the day.

• The inverters convert that energy into power the farm can use.

• The batteries store energy, so power is available when the sun isn’t shining.

Together, they give the farm a stronger, more dependable energy supply.

Solar Built Around How Your Farm Works

No two farms use power in the same way. Grey West Projects designs and installs systems for farms of different sizes and needs. See more on our agricultural solar page, or read about the return on investment of solar.

Ready to Go Solar?

Grey West Projects designs and installs solar and battery systems for farms, businesses and homes across Gauteng and North West. Every project starts with a free energy assessment, so you know your savings and payback before you commit.

Get your free solar quote or WhatsApp us on 066 432 0685.