Schneider EcoXpert - electrical contractor training
Schneider Electric has launched its global training and certification program, EcoXpert, into the Australian market. The EcoXpert program has been developed to aid electrical contractors diversify and...
View ArticleDemand for electricity declines
According to the latest pitt&sherry Carbon Emissions Index (CEDEX), the demand for electricity supplied by the National Electricity Market (NEM) generators has continued to decrease steadily. CEDEX...
View ArticleInquest into insulation deaths a timely warning
The Coronial Inquest into one of the deaths linked to the federal government’s Home Insulation Program (HIP) was a timely reminder about the importance of electrical safety and the use of qualified...
View ArticleTV and computer recycling scheme launched in Sydney
Senator Don Farrell, Parliamentary Secretary for Sustainability and Urban Water, has launched free television and computer recycling services in Sydney as part of the National Television and Computer...
View ArticleABB current measurement system
ABB's ultra-compact system for measuring circuits in distribution systems identifies power-hungry devices and manages loads at the final sub-circuit level. The current measurement system (CMS) ensures...
View ArticleNECA Qld appoints member services manager
National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has announced the appointment of respected industry identity Mick Logan as Member Services Manager. Logan has extensive experience, including...
View ArticleCAPSA website selection guide and resource library
Compressed Air and Power Services Australia has launched a website which couples a selection guide and resource library for industrial equipment. The site design features several tools to assist...
View ArticleStrategic Lighting Eclipse range of energy-efficient fluorescent luminaires
The Eclipse range from Strategic Lighting is an Australian designed and manufactured, energy-efficient T5 fluorescent luminaire. The IP66-rated fitting is suitable for multiple indoor and outdoor...
View ArticleGreen Illumination GR12RF LED retrofit downlight kit
Green Illumination has introduced the GR12RF LED retrofit downlight kit. It has been designed specifically to fit in existing cut-out spaces and features a wide rim to cover any ceiling damage that may...
View ArticleHirschmann Spider gigabit ethernet switches
Hirschmann has added two unmanaged gigabit ethernet switches to the Spider family. The Spider II Giga EEC Pro, available with either five twisted pair ports or two additional SFP slots for fibre-optic...
View ArticleSydney Park Pavilion goes solar
As part of a $4.3 million City of Sydney project, Sydney Park Pavilion will be the first of 30 sites to have solar photovoltaic panels installed. The project will have a total peak electrical capacity...
View ArticleNew data on solar hot spots
The major city mortgage belts and regional Australia are the biggest investors in solar according to new research in The Geographical Analysis of Solar Systems under the Renewable Energy Target just...
View ArticleAC drives
The ABB ACS880 low voltage AC drive portfolio range simplifies user operation, optimises energy efficiency and maximises output. The drives are designed to the tackle any motor-driven application, in...
View ArticleEthernet-to-fibre converters
Madison Technologies has released the EN 50121-4 compliant Moxa PTC-101-M12 series ethernet-to-fibre media converters. The converters eliminate the need for additional wiring and support IEEE 802.3 and...
View ArticleLinMot P10-70 series third-party drives
The latest motor series from LinMot can be run from virtually any three-phase brushless servo drive. The P10-70 series of motors provides peak forces up to 2500 N, velocities up to 8 m/s, accelerations...
View ArticleRET has the potential to deliver $18.7 billion more in investment, report shows
Australia’s 20% Renewable Energy Target (RET) has delivered $18.5 billion in investment with the potential for $18.7 billion more, according to an independent report from strategic consultancy SKM MMA....
View ArticleConference to focus on Indigenous engagement with electrical trades
This year’s EE-Oz Training Standards conference will focus on groundbreaking projects and initiatives involving Indigenous engagement in the electrical trades. The event will take place over 30 and 31...
View ArticleA voice for the industry and its people
Master Electricians Australia (MEA) is, and always has been, a voice and firm advocate for the wellbeing of electrical contractors and their workers. Which is why we have continually taken a strong...
View ArticleJDSU SmartClass Fiber OLP-87 FTTH PON meter
The SmartClass Fiber OLP-87 FTTH PON Meter and OLP-82 Power Meter are optical handheld devices that combine leading accuracy power measurements with pass/fail fibre inspection into a single portable...
View ArticlePanduit and Rockwell Automation form strategic alliance
Rockwell Automation and Panduit have expanded their long-standing Encompass product-referencing relationship and have formed a strategic alliance. Industrial automation company Rockwell Automation and...
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