Services and Facilities

Energy and Load Management

We use specialised computer logging equipment to measure real and apparent power, current, voltage and power factor. From this information the following can be calculated or deduced:

Power factor correction requirements
Load flow deficiencies
Load factor Improvement
Load profiles
Tariff Option Recommendations
Tariff Structure Design
We design tariff structures for municipalities to meet the requirements of the National Electricity Regulator (NERSA) and the client.

Building Services

We specialise in a variety of building services including:

Electrical installations in Commercial, Industrial and specialised Buildings
Telephone, PABX and PAX Systems
Emergency/Standby Power Generation
Hospitals – ICU, High care, Call Systems, Operating Theatres, X-ray departments and trauma units
Uninterruptible Power Supplies for Computers and other strategic equipment
Fire Detection, Alarm and Emergency Evacuation Systems with Mechanical Component
Access and Security Control Systems
Lightning Protection
Lifts, Hoists and Escalators
Energy control and management

Quality of Supply Monitoring

Certain electricity supplies are not within the National Rationalisation Standards. We are able to monitor the quality of your supply.

Labour Based Projects

Electronic Engineering Services

Information Technology and Communication Networks
CCTV Systems
Security Systems and Access Control
Control Systems

Gasses

High and low pressure gas and vacuum installation for industrial, institutional and commercial buildings.

Air Compressor installation & High and Low pressure Air Distribution systems.
Medical Gas systems
Medical Vacuum systems
Central Vacuum Installations for Cleaning
Special Piped Gases

Heating, Ventilation and Air-conditioning (HVAC)

Cooling, heating, ventilation and extraction systems for industrial, institutional and commercial buildings.

Air Conditioning and Heating installations
Mechanical Ventilation Systems
Refrigeration Installations (Cold Storage and Freezer rooms)
Evaporative cooling systems
Dust extraction systems
Kitchen ventilation systems

Mechanical Handling

Mechanical systems for the movement of goods, people and waste for industrial, institutional and commercial buildings.

Lifts, Escalators and Conveyor Belts
Hoists
Refuse Collection and Disposal Systems
Incinerators for Medical waste and Refuse

Kitchen and Laundry Installations

Installation layouts and equipment specification for industrial, institutional and commercial buildings.

Large Industrial Electric equipment
Steam Heated equipment
Kitchen layouts
Laundry layouts

Insulation and Vibration

Thermal Insulation
Acoustic Insulation and Sound Proofing
Vibration Control
Acoustic Design and Treatment

Fire Protection, Extinguishing and Detection Systems for industrial, institutional and commercial buildings

Sprinkler and deluge systems
Gas and Foam extinguishing systems
Addressable and conventional fire detection systems
SANS 0400 Compliance
Rational fire design

We have expertise in providing the following services:

Providing awareness in building services regarding energy efficiency
Determining energy consumption baselines and energy saving targets
Conducting on-site surveys to identify low cost energy saving opportunities and measures
Providing follow up support for implementing identified energy saving opportunities
Developing and supporting an energy saving implementation plan
Making recommendations for deploying energy efficient technologies and best practice

Simulation of

Natural Light
Heating and Cooling
Light Levels
Natural Ventilation
Building Orientation
Building Carbon Emissions

Green Star SA Consulting

We will help you with the following

Design and Consulting in line with Green Star SA Requirements
Submission of Formal Rating
Building Modelling for Green Star SA requirements

Labour-based construction was pioneered by Carifro Consulting Engineers in South Africa in the field of township electrification. Projects are designed, planned and built to provide employment and training opportunities for unskilled and semi skilled members of the local community. The emphasis in Labour-Based construction is on employment and the enthusiasm induced by self-employment ensures the success of the small contractor from the outset. We at Carifro Consulting Engineers manage the entire process and provide the following services:

Feasibility Reports

The main objective of the feasibility report is to determine the following:

Material procurement and control
Advice, support and instruction to the contractors
Overall co-ordination
Payment and financial responsibilities
Acceptability of the community with regards to type of service and construction methods
Availability of skill within the community
Suitability of the project for labour based methods

Material Management

The materials handling and management systems will be adapted to suit the particular needs of the client. The method of distribution and storage will be discussed prior to the implementation of the project. The client is provided with a variety of proven methods to choose from.

Contract Documentation

Contract documentation is discussed with the client and adapted to suit the contract.

Recruitment and Screening of Contractors

Once contractors have been chosen they are invited to attend a pre-tender training course to learn how the tender documents should be completed. They would also attend a training course to obtain the necessary skills that will be required for the contract. We would provide our own training or, where specifically requested, arrange for accredited courses.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Alternative Dispute Resolution offers not only confidentiality but also, if properly managed, a valid, speedy and economical alternative to protracted and often expensive litigation. Carifro can advise you and assist you in preparing and quantifying claims and can act as Conciliators, Mediators or Arbitrators in any dispute resolution mechanism of your choice.

Expert Witness Reports

The firm can prepare or assist in the preparation of expert witness reports for Alternative Dispute Resolution, Court Litigation, and Insurance Claims involving Loss Assessment, Valuation and Adjustment.

Claim Assessment

Present day and replacement cost valuations of plant, equipment and installations for insurance and insurance claim purposes are undertaken.

Cost of reinstatement and cost of repair valuations including estimation of compliance with new or revised standards, by-laws and building regulations are undertaken.