Funding powers development of energy monitoring and management system
21 December, 2012Launceston-based Definium Technologies has received $134,135 from the Clean Technology Innovation Fund to develop technology aimed at reducing the cost of power in commercial buildings.
IEI Technology HDCS-2U and HDCS-4U real-time video servers
20 December, 2012 | Supplied by: ICP Electronics Australia Pty LtdICP Electronics Australia has released IEI Technology’s 2U and 4U rack-mounted H.264 real-time video servers: the HDCS-2U and HDCS-4U.
On closer inspection
11 December, 2012When it comes to choosing between a traditional cabled closed-camera-TV (CCTV) installation and an IP-networked surveillance system, many factors suggest that the latter will provide long- and short-term benefits for both the electrical contractor and the end user, but the up-front cost of the cameras can be a turn-off. CCTV cameras have been around for many years, offer reliable surveillance and can be purchased relatively inexpensively. So why bother changing over to an IP solution that can cost up to three times more?
Passive house actively green
03 December, 2012 | Supplied by: Stiebel Eltron AustraliaTo support its entry in to the Australian housing sector, Ichijo Technological Homes selected a Passivhaus-certified unit supplied by Stiebel Eltron Australia as the foundation for its heat recovery ventilation system, enabling it to build an energy-efficient house that achieved over 8 stars in NatHERS rating.
Panasonic WV-CP300 & WV-CP624E analog security cameras
03 December, 2012 | Supplied by: Panasonic Australia Pty LimitedPanasonic Australia has expanded its security range with three cameras developed specifically with a full spectrum of demanding security and surveillance applications. The range includes two WV-CP300 series fixed day/night cameras and the WV-CP624E compact day/night fixed camera with Super Dynamic 6 technology.
Moxa MGate 5101-PBM-MN gateway
23 November, 2012 | Supplied by: Madison TechnologiesThe Moxa MGate 5101-PBM-MN gateway from Madison Technologies provides a communication portal between Profibus devices (eg, Profibus drives or instruments) and Modbus TCP hosts. All models are protected with a rugged metallic casing, are DIN-rail mountable and offer optional built-in optical isolation.
JetNet 3810Gf/3810f industrial PoE boost switches
15 November, 2012 | Supplied by: Madison TechnologiesJetNet 3810Gf/3810f industrial PoE boost switches are designed with eight fast Ethernet PoE and two gigabit/100 Mbps SFP ports to extend the high and low bandwidth data through fibre uplink connection for flexible distance mobile surveillance applications.
Madison Technologies Westermo DDW-142 ethernet extender
15 November, 2012 | Supplied by: Madison TechnologiesThe Westermo DDW-142 from Madison Technologies is a high-speed, compact device that is capable of meeting the increasing data transfer demands within industrial applications. It uses SHDSL technology to establish a high-speed connection between ethernet networks using any existing copper cables.
ABB OTDC DC switch range
09 November, 2012 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB’s OTDC is specifically designed for direct current (DC) applications, including technically demanding solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.
LevelOne industrial ethernet
06 November, 2012 | Supplied by: WES AustralasiaGerman-based networking specialist LevelOne has launched the Infinity range of industrial-standard networking solutions, which will target large industrial enterprises including mines, assembly lines, drilling rigs and electrical power stations.
ABB to help new coal terminal in Australia operate at peak efficiency
01 November, 2012 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has secured a $29 million order for integrated power and control for site conveyor systems that will ensure reliable, energy-efficient performance to speed transport of coal to end customers in Asia.
ABB ACS800-38 low harmonic drive
01 November, 2012 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdDesigned to withstand harsh outdoor conditions, the low harmonic ACS800-38 drive from ABB is said to reduce maintenance downtime and provide greater reliability and longevity.
Panduit and Rockwell Automation form strategic alliance
31 October, 2012 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaRockwell Automation and Panduit have expanded their long-standing Encompass product-referencing relationship and have formed a strategic alliance.
LinMot P10-70 series third-party drives
29 October, 2012 | Supplied by: Motion Technologies Pty LtdThe 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 up to 90 g and provide long wear free of force, velocity or position control.
AC drives
29 October, 2012 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdThe ACS880 low-voltage AC drive portfolio range simplifies customer operation, optimises energy efficiency and maximises output. The drives are designed to the tackle any motor-driven application, in any industry, whatever the power range.
