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Energy management to reduce costs
Improving the energy efficiencies of industrial plants can be enhanced through proper monitoring of the energy consumed by plant and equipment.
[ + ]$300m cable upgrade for manufacturing facility
Maser has successfully completed the supply of instrumentation, thermocouple and process control cables that were required for a major $300m upgrade to a large manufacturing facility in southern New South Wales.
[ + ]Can NBN Co avoid another ‘insulation installation’ debacle?
The National Broadband Network is currently the largest infrastructure project within Australia, promising to elevate our nation’s communication capabilities to world-class levels. The problem is we lack the skills necessary to deliver it. Without the appropriate groundwork right now to build skill levels, there is a very real risk of this government initiative turning into an embarrassing debacle.
[ + ]Pitfalls to avoid when implementing an IP network surveillance system
Structured cabling systems have become ubiquitous in commercial and industrial buildings and facilities around the world in recent decades. At the same time, Internet Protocol has become the norm for communicating over this infrastructure. While their fundamental applications were initially for voice and data systems, many other building services applications, such as video surveillance, are emerging on these platforms to take advantage of their simplicity to deploy and operationally integrate.
[ + ]Can Australia achieve 100% renewable energy by 2020?
The Zero Carbon Australia 2020 Project is a detailed and costed blueprint for a transition to a zero-emissions economy in 10 years using proven, commercialised technology. Its purpose is to show the Australian public and decision-makers that reaching a zero-emissions economy is ready to be implemented and only awaits government sign-off. It aims to initiate urgent efforts to mitigate the risks posed by global warming and to describe the infrastructure and resources required to reduce Australia’s carbon emissions to zero in the medium term.
[ + ]Swiss cheese and downlights - more in common than you think ...
It’s hard to imagine the terms ‘Swiss cheese’ and ‘halogen downlights’ being used coherently in the same sentence - ordinarily the two have nothing in common with each other. But the subject of this article makes an exception. The common practice of mass installations of halogen downlights in homes and businesses is effectively turning ceilings into ‘Swiss cheese’.
[ + ]Think safety when selecting a multimeter
Would you use the nearest handheld multimeter to measure mains voltage or some other high-energy source? Absolutely not! Just as different types of helmets are designed to protect against rockclimbing, bicycle and motorcycle accidents; different multimeters are designed with different levels of protection against common electrical hazards. For your own safety - and for the safety of others nearby - choose the right multimeter that’s designed to protect against specific hazards that will be encountered.
[ + ]Energy efficiency still vital, despite emissions trading scheme being shelved
Although the government’s emissions trading scheme has been shelved, industry expert Matt Shorten says a virtual scheme is already in place.
[ + ]NBN skills shortages due to lacklustre training and marketing, says NECA
Following news of NBN Co's anticipated labour shortfall to rollout the NBN, NECA reminds us of the availability and suitablity of thousands of ACMA licensed cablers to provide the required skills and manpower to service the rollout.
[ + ]Emerging LED lighting standards
A new US standard for LEDs promises to help standardise LED lighting products around the world.
[ + ]Government introduces legislation to enhance renewable energy target
Reforms to enhance Australia’s ambitious 20% Renewable Energy Target have recently been introduced into Parliament.
[ + ]Tyco Electronics ‘3R Green’ program
‘3R Green’ is a Tyco Electronics green-friendly program focusing on research and development of sustainable, energy saving, environmentally friendly solutions.
[ + ]Tyco Electronics is RoHS compliant
Tyco Electronics solutions are made to comply with strict RoHS requirements. RoHS is a global program which restricts the use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
[ + ]STP and 10Gb/s: a marriage made in heaven
There is now conclusive proof that shielded copper is the ideal cabling infrastructure system to supply 10GBASE-T and larger applications.
[ + ]The modern data centre - the ‘brain’ of business economy
Today’s business managers are confronted by complex financial situations that require reliable, robust communication infrastructures to support successful decision making processes. Though there are various types of data centres, each needs to deliver goals set by the business plan. As we know, these plans change to suit the altering business climate over time. This requires a versatile, highly adaptable communications cabling system, supported by the other services such as air-conditioning and electrical systems.
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