Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Calculator
Comprehensive Equipment Lifecycle Cost Analysis for South African Manufacturing
Operating Environment (South Africa)
Typical: R2.00-R3.00/kWh (incl. municipal charges)
Additional energy cost due to load-shedding
Fully loaded cost (incl. UIF, SDL, benefits)
Standard: 2,080 hours (40hrs/week × 52 weeks)
Cost of lost production per hour
Equipment Details
Acquisition Costs (ZAR)
Operating Costs
Tools, fluids, filters, etc.
Maintenance & Lifecycle
Typical: 3-7% per year
Planned + unplanned maintenance
Resale or scrap value at end of life
About This TCO Calculator
This Total Cost of Ownership calculator helps South African manufacturers understand the true lifetime cost of equipment investments. Unlike simple purchase price comparisons, TCO analysis includes all costs associated with acquiring, operating, maintaining, and eventually disposing of equipment.
What's Included in TCO:
- Acquisition Costs: Purchase price, delivery, installation, initial training
- Operating Costs: Energy (with load-shedding impact), labor, consumables, insurance
- Maintenance: Preventive and corrective maintenance over equipment lifetime
- Downtime: Cost of lost production during equipment downtime
- Disposal: Salvage value or disposal costs at end of equipment life
South African Considerations:
- Load-shedding impact on energy costs and productivity
- Eskom and municipal electricity tariffs
- Fully-loaded labor costs (including UIF, SDL, benefits)
- Local service availability and maintenance expertise
- Currency considerations for imported equipment
💡 Tip: Equipment with lower purchase prices may have higher TCO due to increased energy consumption, maintenance requirements, or operator needs. Always compare TCO, not just purchase price.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for planning purposes. Actual costs may vary based on specific equipment models, usage patterns, and local conditions. Consult with equipment suppliers and financial advisors for detailed quotations.
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