On Tuesday, technology group Sebata announced the sale of a majority stake in it subsidiary the Water Group, for R388.4m to Inzalo Capital Holdings in a bid to improve its empowerment credentials. Sebata, which specialises in servicing the public sector, sold a 55%... READ MORE
An in-depth look into Utility Systems new logo. The logo’s hexagonal shape is symbolic of an adaptive, multi-faceted and modern business that is omni-focussed and technology-driven. While its shape is bold with strong lines, the edges are rounded and smooth,... READ MORE
Utility Systems was an official partner of the Dundee July 2019. Utility Systems is proud to be a part of the province of KwaZulu-Natal’s Department of Sport and Recreation’s Legacy and sponsor of the KwaZulu-Natal Rural Horse Racing Association. Utility... READ MORE
Utility Systems staff donated clothes, shoes and handbags to Hope’s Closet. Hope’s Anchor is a powerful movement and organisation that focuses on assisting victims of sex trafficking. This phenomenal organisation is working towards building a safe house in... READ MORE
St Monica’s Child and Youth Care Centre, situated in the heart of the Bluff in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, is a non-profit, non-government Institution belonging to the Anglican Diocese of Natal. The Centre accommodates children from KwaZulu-Natal who are... READ MORE
While SMEs may not have the capital to invest in large scale energy saving projects, they can implement measures that are more modest yet still worthwhile. Satellite images of the Earth at night tell a story of two worlds. Up top there’s Europe and the... READ MORE
According to the UN’s water agency, UN-Water, two billion people worldwide live in countries that experience high water stress. Driven by the need to improve operational efficiencies and revenues, cut down on wastage, and enhance customer service, water... READ MORE
You already know that we live in a water-stressed country, receiving an annual rainfall of 492mm, while the rest of the earth receives 985mm. This is according to Marcus Thulsidas, Director: Business Development, Utility Systems, who says in addition, the WWF (World... READ MORE
Inanda Day Centre is one of Durban’s oldest Non Profit Organisations. They provide palliative care for the eThekwini community with an advanced incurable disease, support for their families and carers. They educate and train in palliative care. They also assist... READ MORE
Operation Bobbi Bear is a human rights organisation committed to helping sexually abused children in Amanzimtoti, KwaZula Natal. Utility Systems donated a JoJo tank to Bobbi Bear to assist with their water consumption. Some of our ladies got to spend some time with... READ MORE
19 February 2019, Durban – Smart water metering company, Utility Systems has announced that it has streamlined the replaceable battery pack for its Water Management Device (WMD) in an effort to use it in a wider variety of meter boxes. “The updated battery... READ MORE
Unless there is a drastic overhaul in water planning and conservation in South Africa, demand for this critical, but scarce, resource will surpass supply by 2020. According to the WWF, 98% of the country’s water has already been allocated to users, leaving... READ MORE
South African cities are feeling the impact of climate change, and are starting to realise the importance of implementing more efficient measures to manage and maintain cities more sustainably. And these are things that will have to be considered in all new building... READ MORE
Water service authorities are seeing an increasing need to install water management devices to address growing water challenges. WASA speaks to Marcus Thulsidas, business development director, Utility Systems, about how the company’s smart electronic water... READ MORE
Sunday Times Climate change, accelerating urbanisation, and water scarcity are some of the many global challenges that water utilities are being forced to address in cost-effective ways. At the same time, a technological revolution is underway. The intersection of... READ MORE
BY HENRIETTA ROSE INNES – African Decisions Innovative solutions are being developed for sustainable, efficient and cost-effective sanitation while saving water too. When ferocious drought caused the City of Cape Town to adopt extreme water saving measures last... READ MORE
Climate change, accelerating urbanisation and water scarcity are some of the many global challenges water utilities are being forced to address in cost-effective ways. At the same time, a technological revolution is under way. The intersection of water challenges and... READ MORE
Utility Systems offers Standard Transfer Specification (STS) prepayment smart water meters and electronic water management devices (WMDs) to a global customer base. Its cloud-based advanced metering infrastructure allows for the remote control, configuration, and... READ MORE
Zimbabwe is turning to prepaid water meters to improve its revenue collection as well as billing system. The project is, however, facing resistance from some communities as local authorities seek to clear the air over its efficiency. READ MORE
Utility Systems, a MICROmega Group Company, revealed next-generation technology this week with the global launch of the utiliMeter, an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) enabled water management device. When coupled to a traditional water meter, the utiliMeter... READ MORE
KWEKWE City Council has awarded four companies tenders to supply the city with 300 prepaid water meters. The awarding of the tenders to the four companies follows a council resolution, bringing to finality the matter that had threatened the project for years. Last... READ MORE
KWEKWE City Council has awarded four companies tenders to supply the city with 300 prepaid water meters. The awarding of the tenders to the four companies follows a council resolution, bringing to finality the matter that had threatened the project for years. Last... READ MORE
Innovation is no longer a nice-to-have. In the era of the 4th Industrial Revolution and smart cities, it may mean the difference between corporate life and death, says Greg Morris, CEO, MMG Holdings. At MMG we believe, further, that a citizen-centric approach must lie... READ MORE
A new report ‘Scenarios for the future of water South Africa’ has revealed how the drought-stricken, water-scarce country needs to transition towards a water-conscious, water smart economy with stronger water governance. In the report unpacking various... READ MORE
Today the Utility Systems team wore their green and gold Springbok jerseys in memory of one of South Africa’s greatest rugby players, Joost van der Westhuizen. READ MORE
Our sales and support team along with our distributor, Lootech, attended the 18th Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) from 4 – 6 October 2016, at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC). The exhibition has... READ MORE
