Description
The MEK Power Factor Improvement (PFI) Panel, also called a power factor correction panel, automatically adjusts a site’s power factor by reducing reactive power consumption. Sites with heavy motor and inductive loads, such as factories, pumping stations and large commercial buildings, often run at a low power factor. That wastes capacity and can lead to penalties from the electricity provider. A PFI panel corrects this continuously, lowering bills, stabilising voltage and extending the life of electrical equipment. It complements MEK Motor Control Panels on motor-heavy sites.
Key Features
- Automatic, continuous power factor correction
- Reduces reactive power consumption
- Helps avoid utility power factor penalties
- Stabilises voltage and reduces power losses
- Precision CNC-manufactured enclosure for accurate cutouts, cable entries and a consistent fit
- Galvanised steel base material with a powder-coated finish for long-term corrosion resistance
- IP65-rated enclosure up to 2.0 mm thick, with a lockable door
- Completely customisable to the project’s ratings, layout and cable entry
Technical Specifications
- Function: Automatic power factor correction
- Sizing: Matched to the site’s load
- Voltage: Low voltage
- Base material: Galvanised sheet steel, up to 2.0 mm
- Manufacturing: Precision CNC cutting and bending
- Finish: Powder coated
- Protection rating: IP65
- Mounting: Standard
- Configuration: Completely customisable
Applications
- Industries with heavy motor loads
- Commercial buildings with high electricity use
- Manufacturing plants with inductive loads
- Utility grids and substations
Frequently Asked Questions
What is power factor and why does it matter?
Power factor measures how efficiently a site uses the power it draws. Motors and other inductive loads lower it, so the site draws more current than it needs. That can mean higher bills and penalties from the utility.
How does a PFI panel save money?
It switches in correction automatically to bring the power factor close to 1. That reduces wasted current, lowers demand charges and helps avoid penalties.
Do you deliver outside Uganda?
Yes. MEK Uganda delivers across Uganda and to all East and Central African countries, including Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan and the DR Congo.
To request a quotation or technical consultation, contact MEK Uganda at sales@mek.co.ug.
