1600kVA Diesel Generator

4×1600kVA Cummins Diesel Generator Sets — New Broadcasting Media Building, Africa

Project Overview

ZTA Power supplied 4 units of 1600kVA Cummins diesel generator sets to a newly constructed broadcasting media facility in Africa. The generators serve as the primary backup power system for the building, ensuring uninterrupted power supply for critical broadcasting equipment, studios, transmission systems, and IT infrastructure.

Project Background

Africa media sector is undergoing rapid modernization, with new broadcast facilities requiring highly reliable power solutions. Grid instability in the region makes dependable backup power essential for continuous on-air operations — even a brief power interruption can result in broadcast signal loss and equipment damage.The client required a robust, high-capacity power system capable of supporting the entire facility’s load, including sensitive electronic broadcasting equipment that demands clean, stable power output.

Solution

ZTA Power delivered 4× Cummins KTA50-GS8 powered generator sets, each rated at 1600kVA standby / 1475kVA prime power at 50Hz. The four units operate in parallel to provide a combined standby capacity of 6400kVA, ensuring full facility coverage with built-in redundancy.

Key Equipment Specifications

ParameterSpecificationGenset ModelZTA-1600CCSEngineCummins KTA50-GS8, 16-cylinder, V-type, 50.3L displacementAlternatorStamford / Leroy SomerControllerDeepSea DSE7320 (parallel control)Prime Power1,475 kVA / 1,180 kWStandby Power1,600 kVA / 1,280 kWRated Voltage400V / 230VFrequency50 HzPower Factor0.8Fuel Consumption~309 L/h @ 100% loadConfigurationSoundproof canopy (canopy type)

ParameterSpecificationGenset ModelZTA-1600CCSEngineCummins KTA50-GS8, 16-cylinder, V-type, 50.3L displacementAlternator Leroy SomerControllerDeepSea DSE8610 (parallel control)Prime Power1,475 kVA / 1,180 kWStandby Power1,600 kVA / 1,280 kWRated Voltage400V / 230VFrequency50 HzPower Factor0.8Fuel Consumption~309 L/h @ 100% loadConfigurationSoundproof canopy 40ft hq container(canopy type)

Parallel Operation

The four generator sets are configured with parallel synchronization control, enabling:

•• Automatic load sharing across all units

•• Redundant backup — if one unit goes offline, the remaining units continue supplying power

•• Staged start-up based on actual load demand for improved fuel efficiency

•• Seamless transfer between grid and generator power

Why ZTA Power

•• Proven reliability in Africa: ZTA Power has extensive experience supplying generator sets across the African continent, with a strong track record in demanding environments

•• Cummins OEM partnership: Genuine Cummins engines with global warranty support, ensuring parts and service availability in Ethiopia

•• Custom engineering: Each unit was configured specifically for broadcasting application requirements, including enhanced alternator sizing for non-linear loads and sound-attenuated enclosures for low-noise operation near studio areas

•• Comprehensive support: From specification and design through commissioning, ZTA Power provided full technical support throughout the project

Results

•• ✅ 6,400 kVA total standby capacity — fully covers facility power requirements

•• ✅ N+1 redundancy — continuous power even during unit maintenance

•• ✅ Soundproof enclosures — noise levels kept below 75 dB(A) at 7m, suitable for broadcast studio proximity

•• ✅ Successful commissioning — all four units tested and operational on site