Industry News
NECA announces second keynote for SA conference
NECA has announced that the second keynote for the industry conference in Stellenbosch, South Africa, 17–21 April 2016, is now confirmed. [ + ]
A comeback for incandescent bulbs?
Incandescent lightbulbs are being replaced by energy-efficient alternatives, but researchers may have found a way to drastically improve their performance. [ + ]
Master Builders backs Royal Commission findings
Master Builders has released a statement on the Heydon Royal Commission findings, saying it is a damning indictment of the unlawful behaviours of the building unions, singling out the CFMEU in particular. [ + ]
Hoverboard recalls highlight shonky electrical import standards
The eighth hoverboard recall in Australia has highlighted poor electrical import standards, says Master Electricians Australia. [ + ]
Electricity Storage Future Forum 2016
If you are interested in storage technologies, distributed generation, new energy markets and other related emerging technologies, then The Electricity Storage Future Forum is the event for you. [ + ]
Changes to WHS requirements for inorganic lead
Safe Work Australia invites you to have your say on proposed changes to work health and safety requirements for inorganic lead. [ + ]
Royal Commission findings reinforce need for ABCC return
The findings of the Royal Commission into Trade Union Governance and Corruption reinforce the need for the re-establishment of the ABCC, said NECA. [ + ]
Two electrocutions sad start for 2016
NECA has expressed its concerns over safe industry practices as two workers have already died in 2016 from electrocution. [ + ]
Wave power electricity to soon feed the grid
Wave power electricity may soon be feeding the grid with the installation of a 250 kW bioWAVE unit off the coast of Victoria. [ + ]
A safety switch on every circuit in every home: MEA
A new report finds Australians continue to lose their lives to electrocution, more than 16 months after urgent recommendations were handed down to mandate the nationwide installation of safety switches. [ + ]
Trilithic and CommsForce announce partnership
Trilithic has named CommsForce as its exclusive distributor for products and services in Australia. [ + ]
nbn's new chief network engineering officer
nbn's CEO has announced the appointment of Peter Ryan as the new chief network engineering officer. [ + ]
Infinity cable saga continues
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is warning suppliers and installers of degrading Infinity cables, including DIY homeowners, to take action before months of hot weather could cause the cables to become brittle and put lives at risk. Property owners are also being urged to take action to avoid serious risks. [ + ]
Tesla Powerwall has landed in Australia
Tesla Powerwall, a much-anticipated energy storage solution for the residential market, is now available in Australia through Origin and CSR Bradford. [ + ]
National heavy vehicle safety a step closer
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator's (NHVR) revised National Heavy Vehicle Inspection Manual has been launched by Stephen Mullighan, South Australian Minister for Transport and Infrastructure. [ + ]
