§ Meet the Founders

Meet the Founders.

A small engineering team building a practical, modular roof protection system for the properties and communities that matter most.

§ 01 — Our Story

Built for South African conditions. Engineered for peace of mind.

Rainmaker was founded with one clear objective: to develop an effective, practical and accessible wildfire roof protection system designed specifically for South African conditions.

After witnessing the devastating impact of wildfires on homes, farms, businesses and communities, the team set out to create a modular solution that combines sound engineering, straightforward installation and dependable performance.

Every Rainmaker system is developed with a focus on simplicity, reliability and long-term durability.

§ 02 — Meet the Founders

Built by the people behind the product.

Rainmaker® combines practical engineering with practical roof protection — wildfire defence, roof cooling and solar panel cleaning. Designed, developed and supported by its founders, our mission is to help property owners protect what they've spent years building.

Portrait of Fred Berrangé, Co-Founder & Technical Director of Rainmaker01

Fred Berrangé

Co-Founder & Technical Director

Fred is the developer of the Rainmaker® Modular Roof Protection System. Drawing on decades of practical engineering, product development and field experience, he developed a modular system that is reliable, scalable and simple to install. Fred is responsible for technical design, testing, product development and ongoing engineering support, ensuring every Rainmaker® installation performs as intended when it matters most.

Product DeveloperEngineering & DesignTechnical Support
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Cristelle Berrangé

Co-Founder & Commercial Director

Cristelle leads the commercial growth of Rainmaker®, overseeing marketing, sales, customer experience and strategic partnerships. She is responsible for growing the Rainmaker® brand, helping customers choose the right solution and ensuring every client receives exceptional service from enquiry through installation.

Business DevelopmentMarketing & SalesCustomer Solutions

Questions about the system?

Whether you have a technical question, need design assistance or would like a quotation, our founders are here to help.

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§ 03 — Our Values

Four principles behind every install.

V.01

Engineering First

Every decision begins with sound engineering principles — measured, tested, and specified before it ever reaches a roof.

V.02

Simplicity

Powerful protection should also be easy to understand and install. We remove complexity everywhere it doesn't add value.

V.03

Innovation

We continually improve our systems using real-world feedback, field data and ongoing engineering development.

V.04

Long-Term Durability

Every component is specified for a long service life in the South African sun — UV-stable pipework, corrosion-resistant fittings and field-serviceable heads.

§ 04 — Why Customers Trust Rainmaker

Considered engineering. Straightforward promise.

South African designed

Modular engineering

DIY installation supported

Premium materials

Practical wildfire protection

Responsive customer support

§ 05 — Our Commitment

Protecting what matters most.

At Rainmaker, we believe wildfire protection should be practical, reliable and accessible. Our mission is to provide homeowners, businesses, farmers and communities with engineering solutions that help safeguard the places and people that matter most.