Vicom optical contractor test kits
Vicom’s fibre contractor test kits package all items required to install and maintain fibre networks in a single, easy-to-transport solution. Combining a pair of Shineway OLT-55 Intelligent Optical...
View ArticleNational Instruments WSN-3214 strain node and NI 9232 C Series Module for...
National Instruments has released two new products to help engineers monitor machines, heavy equipment and ageing infrastructure. Engineers can integrate the wireless sensor network (WSN) strain node...
View ArticleMothballed power station is evidence of the RET’s success, CEC claims
The mothballing of part of the coal-fired Yallourn Power Station is evidence that renewable power sources are replacing high-pollution power generation, the Clean Energy Council (CEC) claims. David...
View ArticleSullair supplies compressed air solutions for QGC
Compressed air solutions specialist Sullair Australia has secured a landmark contract to provide 23 compressor packages - including ancillary equipment - for leading Australian coal seam gas producer...
View ArticleEnergy regulation needs overhauling, Productivity Commission says
An overhaul is required for energy regulation and ownership arrangements for electricity networks, according to a draft report by the Productivity Commission. The commission is seeking public feedback...
View ArticleFighting back against cable clutter
A growing demand for cable management products among SMEs and consumers has prompted tech entrepreneur Nicole Kersh to launch a new consumer-friendly shopping website - CableManagement.com.au. The...
View ArticleFlexicon Liquidtight flexible conduit
Liquidtight flexible conduit from Flexicon Australia is suitable for demanding applications, including the marine and mining industries. To ensure a reliable and long-lasting installation, the correct...
View ArticleAudio distribution over IP
The AU320 is a networkable audio solution that integrates messaging playback and background music in retail outlets and other commercial settings. All content storage, management and scheduling is done...
View ArticlePrivatisation key to funding new infrastructure: IA report
Infrastructure Australia (IA) has called on governments to consider selling commercially viable, publicly owned assets to the private sector to fund new infrastructure. The recommendations were...
View ArticleCEC welcomes Productivity Commission report
The Clean Energy Council (CEC) has welcomed the recently released Electricity Network Regulation Frameworks report, saying it is “heading in the right direction with its recommendations on making the...
View ArticleGreen data centre solutions
ATEN International has unveiled its NRGence EC1000 Energy Box and PE1216/PE1324 Energy Power Distribution Unit (PDU). As the latest evolution in energy intelligence, ATEN’s energy solution provides...
View ArticleConcerns about apprenticeship levels
The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is deeply concerned at the likely detrimental impact that the substantial reduction in apprenticeship incentives revealed in the media will have on...
View ArticleABB 245 kV ELK-14 series gas insulated switchgear
ABB has announced the Australian launch of its latest generation 245 kV ELK-14 series of gas insulated switchgear (GIS). The footprint of this latest GIS is 40% less than conventional designs and uses...
View ArticleApprenticeships get a $3350 Kickstart
The federal government has announced it will double the incentive paid to employers for an additional 21,000 electricians, plumbers and other construction tradespeople. The Kickstart initiative will...
View ArticleTaking control
Lighting at 1 Bligh Street in Sydney is being controlled with the help of EBDSPIR DD and MWS5 detectors manufactured by CP Electronics. The building is the next generation in high-performance...
View ArticleWA subcontractors carry the can
Master Electricians Australia (MEA) has called on the federal and state governments to take responsibility for the flawed school building scheme which has left small contracting businesses millions of...
View ArticleRegulatory changes imminent for electricity metering
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) plans to lift the current exemptions for electricity meters and will introduce new legislation on 1 January 2013. The new legislation will remove the current...
View ArticleReal Energy study uncovers hidden changes to network prices
A study of actual power bills paid by businesses before and after the introduction of the carbon price on 1 July has found the carbon price had only a modest impact on power prices. But the study has...
View ArticleMegger Torkel 840 Battery Load Unit
Available to rent, the Megger Torkel 840 Battery Load Unit enables testing of battery capacity by conducting discharge tests on battery systems ranging from 12 to 240 V. Testing can take place at up to...
View ArticleOlex performance cable handbook app
The Olex Handbook just got handier, with the release of the Handbook App, suitable for smartphones and tablets. The Handbook App offers access to product and technical information including a full list...
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