We are very pleased to welcome you onto Silicon Engineering (Pty) Ltd’s website.
We at Silicon Engineering believe in the simple principle that DC Systems must add value, not questions or uncertainty. Our philosophy has been that the DC system must be reliable, dependable and predictable. This had been upper most in all our operations since we first opened our doors in 1969.
Over the years Silicon Engineering has been able to continually improve our locally designed and manufactured products whilst continually searching out highest quality, international partner products to complement these local products. We continue to employ the best people and practices to provide relevant and optimized systems to drive efficiency and longevity for our Customers.
Our international partners are BAE Batterien GmbH of Berlin, Germany who have been manufacturing high quality, reliable, industrial lead-acid batteries since 1899 and EverExceed who have three manufacturing plants and two research and development centers in China. Another of our international partners are Passoni who manufacture and supply highly flexible, modular, light, strong and easy to assemble battery racks for all types of battery installations. These include, but are not limited to open or cladded (enclosed) racks or stands that are electrolyte protected.
We at Silicon Engineering are proud to be an ISO9001:2015 certified company as part of our plan to play a constructive role in South Africa’s success, we are a certified Level 2 contributor to BEE.
SILICON ENGINEERING (Pty) Ltd is an agent of Ever Exceed and Berliner Battriefabrik BAE and as such enjoys access to information, supply of equipment as well as the strength of backing of the Warrantees.
SILICON ENGINEERING (Pty) Ltd is structured around the following operating divisions:-
This equipment is engineered and manufactured to meet a wide range of specifications.
SILICON ENGINEERING (Pty) Ltd is capable of supplying the following batteries:-
From our Head Office in Johannesburg South Africa, Silicon Engineering (Pty) Ltd has undertaken to supply all of Southern Africa and as far North as Sudan with our products. SILICON ENGINEERING (Pty) Ltd has been involved in projects throughout Africa that have made use of our products. The group is experienced in stand-by power and D.C. power supplies. Our products are used in both the developed and the developing nations of the world.
SILICON EINGEERING (PTY) LTD was formed in 1969.
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To design, manufacture and distribute reliable, dependable, predictable, low maintenance DC systems for stand-by power operations for Telecommunications, Switch Gear Protection and Operation and reliable Aircraft Ground Power Systems for starting and maintaining of medium and large sized aircraft, including helicopters. To accomplish this, we use a customer-centric approach, listening to the needs of our customers and then anticipate those needs. As a result we have built a loyal following of SILICON ENGINEERING solutions during the past 40 odd years of business.
Our vision is to be the most efficient provider of stand-by power equipment to selected clients in the Telecommunication industry, Mining industry, Petrochemical industry, Aviation Industry, Electrical Distribution Industry and Municipalities. We will achieve this through innovative solutions, highly motivated and committed resources, a focused approach and the application of industry best practice.
Our focus is to design and manufacture a package deal for our customers. The success of rollout projects, no matter how large or small, depends on how effectively the execution detail is managed. Only focus creates the basis for consistently executing orders at the required level of detail. Building on its experience in managing multi-disciplinary projects, SILICON ENGINEERING is focused exclusively on the management and execution of a portfolio of services directly applicable to Stationary Batteries and Chargers. Our clear focus ensures an unwavering discipline in applying proven methodologies and procedures to the execution of these projects.
In order to operate as the most efficient provider of low maintenance, high reliability telecommunication and all other products, SILICON ENGINEERING constantly updates its repertoire of systems, methodologies, and procedures, in order to ensure that these are on a par with industry best practice. This is achieved through a close association with world-class companies and partnering agreements with various battery manufacturers and telecommunication equipment suppliers, allowing SILICON ENGINEERING’s highly qualified and experienced staff various opportunities to further upgrade their skills through these associations and thereby ensure that they can provide a world-class level of service to our Clients.
We have created a set of values which support and enhance our vision and which guide our decisions and business initiatives. We value creative thinking and encourage innovative problem solving as drivers for continuous improvement which is ultimately of value for our Clients. We value open communication and trust, as prerequisites for successful alliances and client relationships. We strive to be a dependable and trustworthy partner. Above all we allow our staff the independence to serve our clients to the best of their abilities.
SILICON ENGINEERING is only as good as its clients. We want our clients to expect only the best from us and to push us to constantly improve on our best. In this way, we can stay at the forefront of our industry and ensure that our clients always receive value for money. We also like to think of our clients as partners, and hence we are able to accommodate many flexible-working arrangements with SILICON ENGINEERING staff, integrating them into client project teams, where necessary.
SILICON ENGINEERING employ’s people who are specialists in the field of batteries and chargers. Specific training programmes are offered and often utilised, as and when appropriate, (or if required) by our clients. Operational staff are required to be thoroughly familiar with all relevant processes, technologies, methodologies standards and specifications. They continuously visit international manufacturers for new technology and product updates.
SILICON ENGINEERING supports the government’s empowerment and PDI up-liftment initiatives and procurement policies. Wherever it operates, SILICON ENGINEERING strives to maximise local content and employment, and where appropriate, supports technology transfer initiatives. In manufacturing we use an independent, 100% BEE company, Segullah Electrical CC. We, at Silicon Engineering, have recently been audited by the B-BBEE auditors, Smith & Smith BEE Verifications at the end of which we were found to have a Black Empowerment Scorecard, reflecting an equity status of 91.63 points (09th
Our future as a world-class D.C back-up systems provider depends on our ongoing commitment to focused delivery of service to our customers. Around this point of focus we will develop creative and flexible solutions to accommodate client and country specific requirements. However, our flexibility will never diminish our clarity of focus.
We understand the importance of long-term relationships. We therefore believe in developing and fostering relationships that are mutually beneficial. We want you to feel good about the solution we bring to the market. To solidify our commitment, we offer our technical support and back up service to ensure reliable, dependable and predictable D.C. Protection Systems for your expensive and sensitive equipment.
We at SILICON ENGINEERING make use of a totally independent “Black Owned and Run” company called Segullah Electrical cc for the manufacturing of all our battery chargers, rectifiers and aircraft ground power units. We also make use of this company for installations, servicing and maintaining of systems in the field. A written agreement exists between them and SILICON ENGINEERING (PTY) LTD to this effect.Mr C David’s and Mr M Ngke formed this company in July of 2000. This company is wholly owned and run by these two directors, which has grown under their leadership, creating additional jobs.
