Industry News
Master Electricians welcomes Security of Payment Bill
Legislation to guarantee security of payments to small and medium businesses in the building and construction industry has been welcomed by Master Electricians. [ + ]
Battery install standard needs to change, claims CEC
The energy storage industry is calling for changes to a draft technical standard released for comment by Standards Australia that requires energy storage units to be installed outside the home, according to the Clean Energy Council. [ + ]
First Australian Smart Cities Awards Program launched
A Smart Cities Awards Program has been announced by the Smart Cities Council Australia New Zealand (SCCANZ). [ + ]
Claroty and Schneider improve global cybersecurity
Schneider Electric and Claroty have formed a partnership to work on safety and cybersecurity challenges for global industrial infrastructure. [ + ]
The Wiring Rules transition arrangements
The new edition of AS/NZS Wiring Rules (AS/NZS 3000) is expected to be published later this year. [ + ]
2017 NECA Vic Excellence Awards announced
The National Electrical & Communications Association (NECA) has announced the winners of the 2017 NECA Victoria Excellence Awards. [ + ]
Construction to begin on two Qld solar farms
Construction is about to begin on two new large-scale solar farms near Collinsville in north Queensland. [ + ]
Philips lights up Canada's railway tunnel
The almost 160-year-old Brockville Railway Tunnel in Brockville, Canada, has been illuminated with Philips LED lights. [ + ]
MBA urges contractors to make mental and physical health a priority
Master Builders Australia is urging builders, contractors and tradies to make their physical and mental health a priority. [ + ]
Tasmania's best electrical and communications contractors named
The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has announced Tasmania's best electrical and communications contractors and apprentices at its annual awards. [ + ]
Cleantech Effect to focus on energy sustainability
Peer-to-peer trading, microgrids and community-driven energy projects — are they key to future energy sustainability in our communities? [ + ]
SAFETYconnect 2017 — compliance, safety and a high-voltage mock trial
If you manufacture or import products to sell into Australian or international markets and would like to learn about product certification and compliance, then the two-day SAFETYconnect 2017 conference and exhibition is a must-attend event for you. [ + ]
Switchboard safety — understand the risks
Queensland's Electrical Safety Office is reminding electrical workers to carry out a risk assessment before removing switchboard panels. [ + ]
Warren & Brown signs distribution deal with US company
Warren & Brown Technologies has signed a distribution agreement with US-based QPC Fiber Optic Solutions to supply QPC's harsh environment and multifibre connectivity solutions throughout Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
Prysmian to pay $3.5 million penalty for engaging in cartel conduct
The Federal Court has imposed a penalty of $3.5 million against Prysmian for engaging in cartel conduct in relation to the supply of high-voltage land cables in Australia. [ + ]
