TR acquired by Vp plc for $17m
26 April, 2016 | Supplied by: TechRentalsEquipment specialist company TR Pty Ltd, owner of TechRentals, has been bought out by UK company Vp plc for $17 million.
Wiring rules open for public comment
20 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Standards AustraliaThe revision of the Australian and New Zealand wiring rules for electrical installations is now open for public comment.
Warranties to be standardised
19 April, 2016Plans are underway to develop a new ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standard for consumer warranties, providing guidelines for development of clear and effective warranty statements. It hopes to improve purchaser, retailer and manufacturer confidence and smooth the way for better trade.
Business outlook gloomy
12 April, 2016The latest Sensis Business Index (SBI) survey shows a distinct air of despondency in Australian enterprise, with 87% of SMEs perceiving the economy as slowing (35%) or standing still (52%), and only 13% seeing signs of positive growth.
Barber to restyle NEC Australia
06 April, 2016 | Supplied by: NEC Australia Pty LtdMike Barber has been announced as the new head of NEC Australia's leadership team following a big shuffle of the technology services company's executives.
Licence and permit compliance simplified
25 March, 2016The Australian Business Licence and Information Service (ABLIS) offers users a quick and easy way to identify the licences and permits required to run a specific business within Australia.
Enphase opens high-tech R&D facility in New Zealand
23 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Enphase EnergyRenewable technology company Enphase Energy is preparing to launch its home energy solutions to New Zealand with a US$4.4m expansion to its Christchurch R&D facility.
Are you compliant?
21 March, 2016 by Sarah Bartholomeusz* | Supplied by: You LegalLegislation and regulations change throughout the year and these have an impact on your business. Perhaps your company took on more employees and has a higher turnover? These are excellent indicators of growth and success but they also have the potential to attract new legal obligations.
Redback appoints new GM of sales
17 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Redback Technologies AustraliaRedback Technologies continues its rapid expansion with new management appointments set to drive sales of its smart hybrid solar storage system across Australia.
Safety is in your hands
14 March, 2016 by Malcolm Richards | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaAfter losing count of the number of hoverboard (or 'segway') products to be recalled over the past two months or so due to the potential fire risks, it is becoming clear that until we experience a large loss of life, our decision-makers will not take any action to clamp down on the flood of dangerous products entering our market from overseas.
Warning over immediate risks from Infinity electrical cables
02 March, 2016The ACCC has warned tradespeople who installed Infinity and some Olsent electrical cables that they may face regulatory action if they fail to act under recall arrangements.
Mandatory electrical safety audits
01 March, 2016 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationThe National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) is calling for the introduction of a mandatory electrical safety audit for households.
Public warning over illegal electrical work
01 March, 2016EnergySafety in WA has warned the public to be cautious of dealing with businesses that do not hold current electrical licences and may be carrying out illegal electrical work.
Box Hill Institute and POWERVAULT partner on renewables training
24 February, 2016 | Supplied by: Box Hill InstituteBox Hill Institute has partnered with POWERVAULT to deliver training in renewable energy systems and equipment.
Insight: RET won't be met in 2018
23 February, 2016 by Tristan Edis, Director – Analysis and Advisory, Green Energy Markets | Supplied by: Green Energy TradingGreen Energy Markets has released its Renewables Report revealing supply will fall short of the Large-scale Renewable Energy Target by 2018, meaning customers will have to pay the shortfall penalty.
