Programmable transfer switches
03 February, 2009The ASCO transfer switches deliver a solenoid operating mechanism for the high-speed transfer of loads between alternate sources of power. Combined with a programmable controller, they facilitate advanced methods of transferring many types of loads, such as motors, electronic drives, UPSs and microprocessor-based systems to mitigate interruption or complete loss of electrical power.
Power transfer switch
03 February, 2009Eaton has expanded its ePDU rack power distribution range with the 16 A single-phase Powerware eATS rackmounted automatic transfer switch.
Main switch
02 February, 2009The main switches of the KC series are equipped with tension clamps and distinguish themselves by a compact design and at the same time with high AC 23 A switching capacity, as well as large clearance and creeping distances.
Keeping up with massive growth in the Gold Coast
29 January, 2009Considerable money is being invested by Energex in expanding the electricity grid in the Gold Coast to keep up with development.
Five star 'green' electrical installation
29 January, 2009Project: 5 Star ‘green’ Parramatta Justice Precinct
Solution: Star Electrical and Schneider Electric energy-efficient electrical installation
Fighting against counterfeit electrical products
23 January, 2009Counterfeit electrical products are proliferating the global electrical market, damaging the reputation and profit of manufacturers, distributors and contractors, while endangering their customers.
Paybacks from energy harvesting
22 January, 2009 by Dr Peter Harrop*As more and more energy-harvesting products hit the market, a growing range of commercial applications and benefits is becoming apparent. So how will this growing field of technology impact on current electrical solutions?
Labelled circuit breakers
01 December, 2008The HPM range of circuit breakers, designed for use in residential switchboards, is now supplied with a transparent labelling system.
Modular switchboards
01 December, 2008The Tabula modular low-voltage switchboard system, originally developed by Holec in Denmark, is now available in Australia and supported by a network of accredited licensed assemblers, backed by Eaton.
Advanced ‘smart’ electricity meter developed
08 October, 2008The Power Electronics team at Swansea University's School of Engineering in Wales has developed a highly advanced smart electricity meter that can monitor the energy usage of individual appliances, as well as measure the power generated by micro-renewable technologies.
Power distribution
01 August, 2008The Dominion PX power distribution unit (PDU) allows IT administrators to remotely control and obtain detailed, real-time information on energy consumed by individual servers. Optional humidity and temperature sensors can also be placed within a rack cabinet to monitor environmental conditions that may degrade server performance or cause equipment failure.
Electronic switch
01 August, 2008An electronic switch has been released by New Zealand company Vectek Electronics. To achieve high reliability it is often necessary to switch to an alternative power supply quickly but without connecting the two supplies together and transferring any fault that may be present.
Miniature circuit breaker
01 August, 2008The S200 range of miniature circuit breakers (MCBs) has been increased so that five different tripping characteristics are available across the full range, which incorporates standard short circuit capacities of 6, 10 and 15-25 kA.
Mini contactors and relays
01 August, 2008Three miniature components: 100-K contactor, 700-K control relay and 193-K bi-metallic overload relay have been added to the Modular Control System (MCS) product range.
Space-saving MCCBs
01 August, 2008The Allen-Bradley 140UE moulded-case circuit breakers (MCCBs) are available in a range of IEC-rated frame sizes and current ranges suitable for standalone electrical protection and distribution, as well as machine front-end switching. Frame sizes available include H, J, L, M and N, with current ranges of 16-160, 20-250, 200-630, 300-800 and 600-1250 A respectively.
