Distribution Pre-Electrification Tool

Eskom Distribution Pre-Electrification Tool (Distribution PET) is a software application for predicting domestic consumer ADMD (with Herman Beta Parameters), Consumption and the load profile for a group of typically 60 or more consumers.<br> Distribution PET has been derived after extensive research by the authors, using data collected during the course of the NRS Load Research project since 1995.<br> The results of load predictions have been confirmed to follow very closely what was actually measured from groups of consumers in the field.<br> The prediction is “driven” with information about gross household income for the target community. Therefore a diligent assessment of income levels is essential. <strong><br></strong><strong>Boundaries of operation</strong> At this time, the application has the following boundaries:Average household income 100-25 000 (in 2014 Rands)Project time electrified in range1-15 years (inclusive)Geographical boundaries: The tool is only designed to operate inside the boundaries of South Africa. <strong>Period of validity</strong> The current version of the application is designed to auto-update itself whenever there is new data or models available, over the internet. Typically data and profile models are reviewed every 3-4 years. Email the authors if you have any queries.