Network operator sentenced for second time
26 April, 2022Western Power has been fined $45K for not providing adequate testing instructions — the second time the network operator has faced court this month.
Speakers announced for May built environment event
26 April, 2022 | Supplied by: Diversified Communications AustraliaThe full speaker program has been announced for a suite of built environment events coming up in May at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
ABB and Samsung to collaborate on IoT
20 April, 2022 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB and Samsung Electronics will form a global partnership to provide holistic smart building technology.
$30K fine following electric shock
13 April, 2022Western Power has been fined $30,000 following an error by one of its contractors.
Changes to electrical standard
12 April, 2022 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaAS/NZS 4836 (Safe working on or near low-voltage electrical installations and equipment) has been rewritten and released for public comment.
Australia's Aurtra acquired by Schneider Electric
30 March, 2022 | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricSchneider Electric stated that the investment strengthens its position as a reference digital provider of services across the full electrical distribution value chain.
Melting downlights investigated in Bondi Junction apartments
30 March, 2022In August 2021, Lighting Council Australia reported to New South Wales Fair Trading that light fittings in a Bondi Junction apartment building were melting and smouldering.
Street lighting forum at IPWC
28 March, 2022The International Public Works Conference will feature three emerging technology forums, including the Street Lighting & Smart Controls (SLSC) Forum.
Electrical industry excellence awards close 29 April
22 March, 2022 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaMEA's National Excellence Awards showcase the outstanding work of individuals and businesses in Australia.
How should industry navigate AS/NZ61439?
16 March, 2022 | Supplied by: Eaton CorporationEaton Corporation's Mark Anning takes an in-depth look at what the updated standard will mean for businesses.
Club Clipsal sparks connection
09 March, 2022 | Supplied by: SchneiderDesigned to meet different levels of expertise, the new-look Club Clipsal describes itself as the largest community for electricians.
Apprenticeship wage subsidy ending soon
08 March, 2022The federal government's Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements 50% wage subsidy is set to finish on 31 March 2022.
Anthea Harris new CEO of Energy Security Board
08 March, 2022The newly created role will provide full-time support to the ESB's members, who have other full-time roles in the energy system.
Total Facilities (TFX) returns to Melbourne in May 2022
02 March, 2022 | Supplied by: Diversified Communications AustraliaThe dedicated event for facilities managers will run from 10–12 May as part of a week-long Australian program focused on the built environment.
Electrical firm fined $21,500 after near-death of apprentice
23 February, 2022An apprentice electrician is lucky to be alive after an electric shock left him unresponsive and without a pulse while working at a property in Mandurah.
