Energy-efficiency training for electricians goes regional
02 July, 2009
NECA Western Australia will be conducting energy-efficiency training for electricians in regional areas of the state.
Clipsal to distribute Switch Automation
30 June, 2009
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
26 June, 2009
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
24 June, 2009
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
22 June, 2009
The high incidence of skin cancer in Australia has prompted a call to educate electricians about the dangers of this workplace hazard.
Soanar to distribute Anderson Power Products
16 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Soanar Limited
Soanar has been appointed ANZ distributor for Anderson Power Products’ range of interconnect products.
Power pole audit reveals problems in WA
15 June, 2009
A 2008 WA EnergySafety audit has found serious deficiencies in Western Power's management of its wooden power poles.
Energy-efficient lighting mandated for Queensland dwellings
12 June, 2009
New regulations in Queensland restrict the installation of light fittings and lamps that are not energy efficient to just 20% of a dwelling's floor space.
Australian design recognition for electrical switchplate
05 June, 2009
The Hagerblu Visage electrical switchplate and GPO range has been recognised with the Australian International Design Mark at the recent Australian International Design Awards.
Australia develops world-first course on adapting to climate change for electricity companies
04 June, 2009
Australia has developed the world’s first commercially available, business-centric course on adapting to climate change for electricity companies.
Building permit growth in inner Melbourne and regional Victoria
02 June, 2009
The latest report from the Building Commissioner reveals the some construction sectors of metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria are experiencing growth.
Program to raise awareness of counterfeit electrical products
28 May, 2009
Eaton Corporation is collaborating with Electrical Safety Foundation International to build awareness of counterfeit electrical product dangers.
Government makes initial investment in National Broadband Network
22 May, 2009
The federal government recently announced that it has started putting in place programs to commence the optical fibre rollout for the much anticipated National Broadband Network.
Electrical industry welcomes government partnership in building smart energy networks
22 May, 2009
The Energy Network Association considers the National Energy Efficiency Initiative outlined in the federal government's 2009 Budget 2009 as a positive step to building smarter and more efficient energy distribution networks.
Primer on RCD basics
22 May, 2009 | Supplied by: Eaton Electrical (Australia) Pty Ltd
Electrical contractors need to have a better understanding of the operation and deployment of RCDs in view of their increased importance in the new Wiring Rules.
