Industry News
Aussie electricians to compete in ‘Trade Olympics’
Two electricians will be part of a team of young Aussie tradies competing against 50 other nations in the ‘Trade Olympics’ in September. [ + ]
Strong industry response to ACT solar facility EOI
Industry response to the ACT government’s call for expressions of interest for its proposed solar energy facility has been positive. [ + ]
Victoria gets solar power feed-in scheme
The Victorian government has recently passed legislation that allows electricity generated by consumers with solar power facilities to be sold to utilities, providing an incentive for the installation of solar cells. [ + ]
NECA Victoria 2009 Apprentice Awards
The NECA Victoria Apprentice Awards celebrate the achievements of the most talented and committed senior apprentices in the electricity sector. [ + ]
NICTA wins international innovation award
NICTA's innovative development in gigabit wireless communications has been recognised in an international technology award. [ + ]
Energy-efficiency training for electricians goes regional
NECA Western Australia will be conducting energy-efficiency training for electricians in regional areas of the state. [ + ]
Emona to distribute Dali thermal imagers
Emona Instruments has entered into a distribution agreement with Dali Technology to distribute its range of infrared thermal-imaging cameras. [ + ]
Clipsal to distribute Switch Automation
Switch Automation products are to be distributed by Clipsal Integrated Systems through its C-Bus pointOne and C-Bus Platinum distribution network. [ + ]
Health checks for tradies
The health of Australian tradies received a boost with a new initiative from the OzHelp Foundation that will monitor and inform tradies of their health. [ + ]
Fire dangers from roof insulation near electrical services
The Western Australian government has issued a warning about the dangers of fires caused by roof insulation in close proximity to electrical fittings and lighting. [ + ]
Education the key to reducing skin cancer within the electrical industry
The high incidence of skin cancer in Australia has prompted a call to educate electricians about the dangers of this workplace hazard. [ + ]
Public comment sought on proposed ACT solar power facility
Public consultation sessions have been scheduled in Canberra on the proposed ACT solar power facility. [ + ]
Soanar to distribute Anderson Power Products
Soanar has been appointed ANZ distributor for Anderson Power Products’ range of interconnect products. [ + ]
Power pole audit reveals problems in WA
A 2008 WA EnergySafety audit has found serious deficiencies in Western Power's management of its wooden power poles. [ + ]
Energy harvesting market outlook
Presentations at a recent Energy Harvesting conference suggest that a number of innovative means to harvest energy to provide alternate electrical energy sources could become a reality in the near future. [ + ]
