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Test before touch, warns ESO
Another arc flash injury has prompted the Electrical Safety Office (ESO) to issue an urgent callout to electrical workers: reset your safety focus and test before you touch. [ + ]
Textiles create solar energy
Researchers from the Fraunhofer IKTS have developed pliable, textile-based solar cells that could add a new dimension to photovoltaic energy generation. [ + ]
What have you got to show for your ICT skills and experience?
Paul Stathis, CEO of BICSI South Pacific, discusses the differences between qualifications, credentials and certification for ICT professionals. [ + ]
Innovative technology encourages sweet dreams at children and family centres
Knox Children and Family Centres in Victoria have installed automated lighting schedules to complement the body's own natural circadian rhythms. [ + ]
Registration opens for new energy efficiency industry event
Energy Efficiency Expo 2019 registration is open, launched to help organisations solve their energy productivity and affordability challenges. [ + ]
Standards powering through
In a constantly evolving sector, the energy and electrotechnology domain requires the appropriate foresight, technical knowledge and adaptability to be present within the standards development process. [ + ]
Making a lighting impression
Implementing impressive lighting installations may be more challenging under the new National Construction Code 2019. Here's how to make the most of the changes. [ + ]
Pre-register for All‑Energy Australia 2019
All-Energy Australia, a national showcase of clean and renewable energy, returns to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 23–24 October 2019. [ + ]
B2B 101: How to win a business contract
For electricians, winning enough repeat business to achieve consistent cash flow can feel like a never-ending task. Here are some tips for securing ongoing jobs. [ + ]
Solar standards
The development of an Australian Battery Performance Standard was announced 12 months ago. Why was the standard necessary and what's the latest news? [ + ]
Wi-Fi 6 is here! So now what will you be testing?
Earlier this year, the IEEE released its 802.11ax Enhancements for High Efficiency Wireless (HEW) LAN standard, known commonly as Wi-Fi 6. [ + ]
Producing efficient next-gen solar cells
Researchers are developing thin phosphorene nanosheets for use in the next generation of perovskite solar cells. [ + ]
Piecing together the smart lighting puzzle
Christian Mildner from Sylvania Connected Solutions suggests cities should apply a vision-driven approach to street lighting controls. [ + ]
ESV addresses concerns about power pole fires
Following the St Patrick's Day fires last year, Energy Safe Victoria has released a draft report that concludes Powercor's inspection and maintenance of power poles is fit for purpose. [ + ]
Construction complete on Darwin's smart city project
Construction of the $10 million Switching on Darwin smart city project has been completed, including 912 CBD streetlights being upgraded to LED smart lighting. [ + ]
