Industry News
Calls for mandatory safety switches after shock incident
Properly installed safety switches could have prevented almost all recent electric shock incidents in South Australia, new research has found. [ + ]
Industry awards finalists revealed
The shortlist for the annual Energy Network Industry Innovation Award has been announced by Energy Networks Australia. [ + ]
Wiring Rules amendment open for comment
In order to further improve the safety of electrical installations, the Wiring Rules committee has created an amendment to the rules. [ + ]
Lighting industry rejects govt's R&D Bill
According to Lighting Council Australia, the Research and Development Tax Incentive Bill (2019) should be dropped by the government. [ + ]
$35K fine issued after excavator hits powerlines
A conviction and a $35,000 fine have been handed down to a Victorian quarry, after a safety incident involving powerlines. [ + ]
New data centre for Williamtown
Astra Aerolab has entered into an agreement with Leading Edge Data Centres to establish a dedicated world-class data centre onsite at Williamtown. [ + ]
Calls for improvement of AEMO governance framework
Improvements to the governance framework for the Australian Energy Market Operator are needed to achieve national energy goals, a new report has found. [ + ]
Man dies on roof after suspected electrocution
A man thought to be a professional tradesman has died while working alone on a roof in Queensland after a suspected electrocution. [ + ]
Blackouts less likely this summer, report finds
The development of large-scale renewable energy products and rooftop solar has lowered the risk of power outages this summer, according to a new report. [ + ]
Safety blitz on unlicensed electrical work
The Queensland Government has announced that it plans to crack down on unlicensed electrical operators, given the serious risk posed by illegal electrical work. [ + ]
Keysight hosts virtual industry events
The virtual 2020 Keysight World events have been designed to deliver the latest in industry, design and test trends. [ + ]
Online training for technical leaders
As part of the Comms Connect Virtual Series, Trevor Manning from TMC Global will be hosting online training for technical leaders. [ + ]
Energy Safe introduces lineworker licensing
The licensing of lineworkers and a CPD requirement for licensed electrical workers will soon be introduced by Energy Safe Victoria. [ + ]
Schneider Electric offers secure power solution
Schneider Electric has developed a solution that aims to help with the management of power consumption and backup power. [ + ]
ABB appoints IPD as preferred distributor
IPD and ABB have announced a strategic partnership that will officially commence on 1 September 2020. [ + ]
