Industry News
Box Hill Institute and POWERVAULT partner on renewables training
Box Hill Institute has partnered with POWERVAULT to deliver training in renewable energy systems and equipment. [ + ]
More work needed for energy system security
ENA has announced the findings of a new study showing the high penetration of renewable energy in Australia is stretching our energy system's resilience. [ + ]
Keyless cars coming soon
Volvo plans to be the first carmaker to offer keyless cars, with customers given the option of using a mobile phone application to replace the physical key with a digital key. The innovative Bluetooth-enabled digital key technology will offer Volvo customers far more flexibility, enabling them to benefit from entirely new ways to use and share cars. [ + ]
Unpacking the risks of shipping containers
A series of information sheets that provide guidance on managing the health and safety risks when unpacking shipping containers, including exposure to hazardous chemicals like fumigants and solvents, has been developed by Safe Work Australia. [ + ]
Faulty Bridgestone tyres recalled
Bridgestone is advising customers that its 215/60R16 95V Supercat Tyre may exhibit an issue with the tread/belt leading to possible rapid loss of air pressure, which can pose a hazard to drivers and other road users. [ + ]
Power cable market to reach $108bn by 2020
A new report estimates the global power cable market will increase at a rate of 8% between now and 2020 with APAC leading the growth. [ + ]
Michelin Group and Rockwell sign preferred partner agreement
The industrial automation and information company Rockwell Automation has been awarded a four-year contract by The Michelin Group. [ + ]
Robert Gerard appointed first patron of the Australian Made Campaign
Australian Made Campaign Chairman Glenn Cooper AM has announced the appointment of Robert Gerard AO as the first ever patron of the campaign. [ + ]
Safe Work Australia welcomes new chair
Safe Work Australia's chief executive officer, Michelle Baxter, has welcomed the appointment of Diane Smith-Gander as chair of Safe Work Australia. [ + ]
Fire hazard products recalled
It's been a busy week for product recalls, with a number of products representing a fire hazard due to rechargeable battery overheating issues. [ + ]
Pro-face joins Schneider Electric
Japanese-founded HMI and IPC supplier Pro-face is becoming Pro-face by Schneider Electric. [ + ]
New emergency communications system for Los Angeles
The emergency services agencies in Los Angeles will now be able to communicate directly with each other thanks to a new emergency data communications system. [ + ]
Redback and UQ sign solar deal
Energy storage start-up Redback Technologies has signed an MOU with the University of Queensland aimed at commercialising joint energy storage projects and future renewable energy research. [ + ]
Changes to negative gearing will put jobs and growth at risk
The Property Council of Australia is warning that changes to negative gearing will hit the economy during a time when the Australian economy is in transition. [ + ]
Barriers to overcome for indoor wireless networks
A new report suggests a number of barriers prevent the installation of an indoor wireless network despite the value it can add to a property and the prevalence of mobile devices. [ + ]
