GadgetroniX – Borehole solarisation project (Tanzania)
Who, What & Where
- GadgetroniX
- Supply and installation of solar panels, solar water pumps, and Grundfos inverters
- Oikos East Africa – Pemba Region, Tanzania
The Company
GadgetroniX is a leading distributor of globally renowned solar, water, security & surveillance, and communication equipment in Tanzania. Working with a team of highly competent staff including over 70 expert technicians employed full-time, a group of electrical/mechanical engineers, and quantity surveyors, has enabled GadgetroniX to specialise in an array of areas including communication, energy systems, water systems, electric vehicles, mobile signal boosters, networking, and security & surveillance systems.
GadgetroniX represents several well-recognised international companies in the pursuit of developing, testing, and promoting clean energy technologies and other services to empower individuals and businesses.
The Challenge
Kizimbani, a community in need of a reliable and sustainable water supply, faced significant challenges in accessing adequate water for daily consumption. The traditional water pumping methods in place were costly, inefficient, and heavily reliant on grid electricity, which was often unreliable.
The community needed a solution that could provide 30,000 litres of water per hour consistently and cost-effectively, without being dependent on the unreliable grid or expensive fuel-based systems. The goal was to implement a sustainable, eco-friendly solution that would reliably provide clean water for daily consumption.
Renewable Solution
To address this challenge, Gadgetronix designed and installed a solar water pumping retrofit system that uses the power of the sun to provide a steady water supply. The system includes:
- 36.8 kWp solar array – 80 high-performance JA SOLAR MBB HALF-CELL MONOCRYSTALLINE PV MODULES (460 W each)
- Pump controller – A robust GRUNDFOS RSI 3x380V IP66 22kW 46A unit
- Pump motor & pump end – Existing Grundfos equipment at the site, seamlessly integrated into the new solar system
This solar-powered setup delivers water efficiently, reducing reliance on the grid while ensuring a constant supply for the community.
Project Outcome
With this system in place, Kizimbani now enjoys 30,000 litres of fresh water per hour, completely powered by solar energy. The benefits go beyond just water:
- Reliable access – The community no longer has to worry about water shortages.
- Lower costs – No more high electricity bills; the sun provides power for free.
- Sustainable future – A clean energy solution that reduces the community’s carbon footprint.
