Busway Power Distribution

Busway Power Distribution provides engineers with a scalable, clean, and adaptable approach to commercial electrical design. Its modular structure allows expansions, load adjustments, and relocations without dismantling existing infrastructure.

Conductors are enclosed within a grounded metal housing, and plug-in units can be positioned or moved with minimal downtime. This makes busway systems ideal for malls, factories, high-rises, and facilities that require dense electrical layouts and flexibility over time.

For professionals specifying commercial busway systems in the Africa, the focus is on efficiency, reduced energy loss through solid copper bars, lowered fault probability, and simplified maintenance—especially in environments with evolving electrical loads.

Product Features

Here are the features that actually matter when selecting a busway power distribution system:

  • Modular sections available in a range of current ratings.
    • Pre-assembled copper or aluminum busbars with integrated insulation.
    • Grounded metal housing for added safety and electromagnetic shielding.
    • Multiple plug-in access points for flexible load connections.
    • Straightforward installation, with joint packs designed for tool-less assembly.
    • Compatible with overhead and vertical riser applications.
    • Tap-off boxes can be installed, removed, or repositioned while the system is energized (with safety lockouts in place).
    • Reduced footprint compared to cable trays or trunking
    • Integrated identification tags for each circuit.
    • Tested to meet IEC and UL standards for commercial use

Specifications

 

Specification Detail
Rated Voltage Up to 690V AC
Rated Current 100A to 5000A (modular, based on project)
Conductor Material Copper or aluminum busbars, tin or silver-plated
Housing Powder-coated steel or aluminum, IP54 to IP65
Joint Type Bolt-on, tool-less, or compression (by range)
Tap-off Points Every 0.5 to 1.0 meter (configurable)
Plug-in Units Compatible with circuit breakers and metering kits
Mounting Options Overhead, vertical riser, or wall surface
Insulation Class B/Epoxy or Mylar film based
Certification IEC 61439, UL 857
Maximum Length per Section 3 meters (standard), custom on request
Temperature Rise Limit ≤ 55°C at full load
Origin Busway power distribution systems