Schneider Electric integrates all Pacific operations
17 December, 2008
Schneider Electric will combine its core Australian operations with its Engineered Services division and specialist subsidiaries Citect and NuLec to form one entity as of 1 January 2009.
Electrical contractor wins business award
08 December, 2008
Electrical contractor, Apps Electrics has been recognised for its apprenticeship and youth training programs in the 2008 Melbourne Business Awards.
Leighton HQ project achieves 6 Star green rating
08 December, 2008
A major office and retail project in Brisbane has been awarded a 6-Star Green Star rating by the Green Building Council of Australia, recognising it as a world leader in environmentally sustainable office design.
Spiral-bound Wiring Rules
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Intertek SAI Global
The Wiring Rules — AS/NZS 3000: 2007, Electrical installations is available for purchase in a handy spiral-bound format, making it easier for electrical contractors and inspectors to use while on a job site.
Overseas Skills Recognition program addresses skills shortages
01 December, 2008
To assist in dealing with local skills shortages, the ACT government hosted the National Conference on Overseas Skills that addressed overseas qualifications, offshore assessment arrangements, skills shortages and skilled migration.
O’Donnell Griffin to install domestic solar systems for Origin Energy
28 November, 2008
O'Donnell Griffin has been contracted by Origin Energy to install domestic solar energy systems nation-wide, which has the potential to secure up to $20 million in revenue for them over the next five years.
Construction and engineering projects increase in Q3
26 November, 2008
Defying the current downward economic trends, a recent ABS reports shows that Australia's construction and engineering markets enjoyed considerable growth last quarter.
Electrical Apprentice Awards 2008
24 November, 2008
Australia's best electrical apprentices were recognised recently in the NECA Apprentice of the Year Awards, in 'Commercial/Domestic', 'Industrial Automation & Communications' and 'Industrial' categories.
Testing for standby power consumption
24 November, 2008 by John Thompson*
External power supplies are subject to minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) as specified by AS/NZS 4665. The standard calls for maximum permissible standby power consumption levels, and reflect the increasing attention to rising greenhouse gases and energy costs.
Updated electrical standards to ensure boating safety
24 November, 2008
With the release of the 2007 Wiring Rules, several other associated electrical standards have been updated to coincide with these new requirements. As part of this updating, the Australia/New Zealand standard for marinas and watercraft has been revised to be consistent with the new Wiring Rules.
Electrotechnology Secondary School Student Awards 2008
24 November, 2008
NECA is encouraging today's youth to develop an interest in pursuing a career in electrotechnology at high schools through its Electrotechnology Secondary School Student Awards. Students from across the country were recognised for their innovations and achievements in the recent 2008 Awards.
NECA sends scathing submission to Senate inquiry
20 November, 2008
NECA has made a formal submission to the Senate inquiry into the Building and Construction Industry (Restoring Workplace Rights) Bill 2008, arguing against the abolishment of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC).
US faces serious brownouts or blackouts risks in 2009
28 October, 2008
A report warns that unless a sensible approach to proposed new electrical infrastructure projects is taken, the US may face severe power outages as early as 2009.
NICTA plants digital seed for future cities
24 October, 2008
An IT-based building industry community has been established by the federal government to use data technologies to lead the way to more ecologically sound cities, with energy efficiency as one of its key objectives.
ECA collects management award for Master Electricians program
22 October, 2008
ECA Queensland's CEO Malcolm Richards has been recognised by the Australian Institute of Management for his contribution to advancing the electrical industry.
