NECA calls on government to extend insulation inspections
18 March, 2010
With more house fires occurring, linked to the insulation installation program, NECA has reiterated its call for the government to stipulate licensed electricians pre-inspect roof areas to ascertain the existing electrics are safe.
Celemetrix CCTT training course
15 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Celemetrix Australia Pty Ltd
The Celemetrix CCTT training course is designed for cabling professionals who want to improve their installation speed, identify cabling fault conditions and eliminate rework.
Telcos rate Emerson Network Power as most reliable
10 March, 2010
Emerson Network Power has been recognised by Asia-Pacific telecom operators as the most reliable infrastructure solutions provider, according to analyst firm IDC.
Philips appoints first Chief Lighting Design Officer
03 March, 2010
Philips has appointed its first Chief Design Officer for its lighting division.
HomeGrid Forum and G.hn standard gain momentum
03 March, 2010
Service providers and PC and consumer electronics manufacturers accelerate their interest and support for the next generation of wired home networking standards.
Telstra and Clipsal announce FTTP partnership
01 March, 2010
A recent agreement by Telstra and Clipsal will help to facilitate the deployment of many online and automation services to thousands of homes in Telstra Velocity estates around the country.
New hazardous area equipment supplier
01 March, 2010
B&R Enclosures has established a new business entity to provide electrical products and services for hazardous areas applications.
SEW-Eurodrive opens new facility in Perth
19 February, 2010
SEW-Eurodrive has opened a new sales and service centre in Perth, to improve its service levels to the local market.
New drivers towards energy efficiency
15 February, 2010
An expert on emissions trading schemes points to a number of new market trends that will drive Australian businesses to be more energy and resource efficient in the way they do business.
High Court ruling offers ray of hope for OHS laws
08 February, 2010
The recent High Court decision in the case of Kirk v IRC of NSW and WorkCover has been welcomed by NECA.
More apprentices needed to address skills shortage
08 February, 2010
NECA has thrown its support behind the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s call for employers to engage apprentices to help deal with the emerging skill shortages problem.
Corning wins NBN Tasmania fibre contract
05 February, 2010
Corning Cable Systems has been awarded an NBN Tasmania tender for end-to-end supply of the passive fibre-to-the-premise network.
Energy management opportunities
03 February, 2010 by Kam Ho, Executive Director, Forward Shift Environmental Ltd
The low-carbon economy is likely to have significant financial impacts for all businesses, due to the need to account for existing market externalities such as carbon emissions and adverse environmental impacts. While the UN climate conference in Copenhagen attempted to develop an international approach to mitigating and managing the impacts of climate change, the Australian government has proposed a set of measures as part of its climate mitigation plan, such as the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (CPRS).
Eaton announces new ANZ managing director
02 February, 2010 | Supplied by: Eaton Electrical (Australia) Pty Ltd
Eaton has appointed Craig Gob as Managing Director for its Australian and New Zealand electrical business.
Investment Allowance update
28 January, 2010
Many businesses took advantage of the government’s Investment Allowance last year. Although the window is now closed on equipment purchases, it is timely for businesses to sort out their finance to ensure they do qualify for the allowance.
