Automation, security and control

The digital transformation of Australian utilities

23 August, 2023

Australian utilities are increasingly deploying new technologies in response to changing regulations, customer expectations and market needs.


Preparing for flexible energy demand

16 August, 2023

A new $11 million CSIRO project aims to give consumers more control over their electricity usage while saving money and easing pressure on the energy grid.


APLEX ARCHMI-810BP/R/H fanless PC

09 August, 2023 | Supplied by: Backplane Systems Technology Pty Ltd

The ARCHMI-810BP/R/H suits both indoor industrial applications and semi-outdoor applications such as EV charging stations, kiosks and ATMs.


Luxaflex Duette Architella honeycomb blinds

08 August, 2023 | Supplied by: Luxaflex

The shades are specifically engineered with honeycomb-shaped air pockets that trap air inside, helping to moderate temperature.


Permaconn RAPIDlink 4G secure managed IoT service

08 August, 2023 | Supplied by: Permaconn

The service can be used anywhere that needs devices to be configured and maintained remotely, including building management and security, plant monitoring, automation, agtech and renewable energy.


Legrand HPM Arteor with Netatmo smart switches and sockets

04 August, 2023 | Supplied by: Legrand Australia P/L

Arteor with Netatmo is a collection of smart switches and sockets for the connected home allowing for control of lights, appliances, blinds and shutters from anywhere.


Protecting critical infrastructure with AI

11 July, 2023

International experts in artificial intelligence have proposed using AI to help protect critical infrastructure including power, water and communication networks.


Fatek M series modular programmable logic controller

01 July, 2023 | Supplied by: Global Automation Asia-Pacific Pty Ltd

The Fatek M series modular programmable logic controller (PLC) offers flexibility and scalability for a wide range of industrial applications.


Partnership brings next-gen smart meters to Aust

21 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Sense

Together, Sense and EDMI will deliver smart meters that aim to accelerate the energy transition, engage customers and materially reduce energy system costs.


Smart home integration: an electrician's secret weapon

19 June, 2023 by Chris Kerr, Vice President Home & Distribution at Clipsal by Schneider Electric | Supplied by: Schneider

As technology diversifies and smart devices become more affordable, this opens a potentially huge untapped market for electricians.


Public lighting, LEDs and safety: it's complicated

14 June, 2023 by Katerina Sakkas

Bright lighting might be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about security in public places, but scratch the surface and you'll find a more complex picture.


Q&A with Louise Monger: The rapid evolution of building security

13 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric

Louise Monger, Vice President of Digital Buildings, Australia at Schneider Electric, discusses the many vulnerabilities of automated buildings — and what can be done to protect them.


Canberra hospital goes all-electric

13 June, 2023

The Canberra Hospital Expansion project is aiming for a five-star Green Star rating with its new Critical Services Building.


Q&A with Craig Chapman: Keeping smart buildings safe

06 June, 2023 | Supplied by: KNX National Group Australia

To gain an understanding of some of the security issues faced by the smart buildings sector, ECD spoke to Craig Chapman, Chairperson at the KNX National Group Australia.


Opera House partners with Honeywell for top sustainability rating

24 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Honeywell Building Solutions

The SOH is one of the first UNESCO World Heritage-listed buildings to receive a 6 Star Green Star rating.


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