Certifications & Memberships

The Standard Transfer Specification is the global standard for the transfer of electricity and other utility prepayment tokens, ensuring inter-operability between system components from different manufacturers. It was introduced in South Africa in 1993 and subsequently published by the International Electrotechnical Commission as the IEC62055 series of specifications. The application of the technology is licensed through the STS Association, thus ensuring that the appropriate key-management encryption practices are applied to protect the security of the prepayment transactions of utilities.

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Founded in 1997, SARPA promotes the exchange of information and finding of solutions in protecting the income and assets of utilities against pilfering, misapplication and misappropriation. Membership is made up of utilities involved in the supply of electricity, water, communication and related services as well as contractors, manufacturers and consultants involved in the field of revenue protection. SARPA is often involved in the setting of national standards and influencing legislation.

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AMEU is an association of electricity distribution utilities and commercial companies providing goods and services to the electricity distribution utilities in Southern Africa. The association operates branches in most parts of South Africa and Namibia. Members convene annually at the AMEU's general convention. Industry activities are coordinated by a number of specialized committees, officers and a secretariat to the association. A special branch promotes the interests of women in the electricity distribution industry

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The SABS provides a platform for quality services and products which is the key differentiator in an increasingly competitive environment. The SABS, with its rich history in standardisation, continue to play a significant role in ensuring that industry is kept abreast of the pace of the dramatic transition of the world economy through standards development and quality assurance services, thereby providing industry with the quality edge.

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