Electrical Power Systems

LV switchboards, cabling and containment, lighting, earthing and lightning protection, generators, UPS and solar PV — from the incoming supply to the final circuit.

Overview

Safe, reliable power from the incoming supply to the final circuit

VAKRUM designs and installs electrical power systems for factories, offices, hotels, hospitals and public buildings across Uganda and East Africa — main switchboards, distribution, lighting, standby power and solar.

Systems are designed from load calculations, built with approved switchgear and cables, and fully inspected and tested before energisation, with test results handed over for every circuit.

  • Load calculations and single-line diagrams
  • LV panels, distribution boards and MCCs
  • Standby power, UPS and solar PV
  • Inspection, testing and certification
What we deliver

Electrical systems we deliver

01

LV panels & switchgear

Main and sub-main distribution built for safety and future expansion.

  • Main distribution boards (MDB) and SMDBs
  • Motor control centres (MCC)
  • Power factor correction capacitor banks
02

Cabling & containment

Neatly routed, correctly sized cabling that is easy to maintain.

  • Power and control cables
  • Cable trays, ladders, trunking and conduit
  • Glanding, termination and labelling
03

Lighting & controls

Efficient lighting for every type of space.

  • Industrial high-bay and warehouse lighting
  • Office, retail and external lighting
  • Emergency and exit lighting
04

Earthing & lightning protection

Protection for people, buildings and equipment.

  • Earth pits and earthing networks
  • Equipotential bonding
  • Lightning air terminals and down conductors
05

Generators, ATS & UPS

Power that keeps running during grid outages.

  • Standby diesel generator sets
  • Automatic transfer switches
  • UPS systems for critical loads
06

Solar PV & energy

Lower electricity costs and cleaner power.

  • Grid-tied and hybrid solar systems
  • Batteries, inverters and mounting
  • Energy metering and monitoring
From our sites

Our work on site

Technical guide

Which standby power solution do you need?

SolutionBest forWhat it does
Generator + ATSWhole building or essential loadsStarts automatically and takes over during a grid outage
UPSServers, control systems, medical equipmentInstant, uninterrupted power while the generator starts
Hybrid solar + batteriesOffices, hotels, schools and remote sitesCuts grid and fuel costs and carries loads through short outages
How we deliver

From site survey to handover

  1. Site survey

    Our engineers visit site, confirm the scope, measure up and review the architectural or MEP drawings.

  2. Design & calculations

    System selection, calculations and sizing, then coordinated AutoCAD shop drawings, specifications and a priced BOQ.

  3. Approved equipment

    Technical submittals for client and consultant approval, then sourcing, import and delivery of the approved brands.

  4. Installation

    Supervised VAKRUM installation crews working to the approved drawings, with safe-work permits and daily site records.

  5. Testing & commissioning

    Insulation resistance, continuity, earth resistance and protection tests on every circuit, then controlled energisation and functional checks.

  6. Handover & support

    As-built drawings, test results and O&M manuals, then planned maintenance, thermal checks and fault response.

Where we work

Typical applications

Industrial

Factories, plants and warehouses

Commercial

Offices, banks, shops and malls

Hospitality

Hotels, lodges and apartments

Healthcare

Hospitals and clinics with critical power

Education & public

Schools, universities and government buildings

Utilities

Substations, pump stations and water works

Brands

Brands we supply & install

  • SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
  • ABB
  • LEGRAND
  • SIEMENS
  • EATON
  • CUMMINS
  • PERKINS
  • PHILIPS LIGHTING
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can you design the electrical installation for a new building?

Yes. We carry out load calculations, prepare single-line diagrams, panel schedules and AutoCAD layouts, then supply and install the full system.

Do you install generators and automatic changeover?

Yes. We supply and install standby generator sets with automatic transfer switches, so critical loads change over automatically when grid power fails.

Can solar PV work with my existing generator and grid supply?

Yes. Hybrid solar systems combine solar, batteries, the grid and a generator. We size the system from your actual load profile.

How are electrical installations tested before handover?

Every circuit is inspected and tested for insulation resistance, continuity, earthing and protective device operation, and the results are handed over with the as-built drawings.

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Start your project

Need an electrical installation designed or upgraded?

Send us drawings, a BOQ or a short brief. Our engineers will visit site and return a technical and commercial offer.