Legrand makes US acquisition, forms JV in Europe
07 February, 2014Legrand has announced the acquisition of Lastar Inc, a US provider of preterminated solutions for VDI and A/V networks.
GTA calls for funding for proven training programs
06 February, 2014Investment in training is vital to ensure job opportunities for young Australians, GTA says. The national peak body for group training organisations has called for continued government support to enable apprentices and trainees to begin and complete their training.
Philips and Pierlite end lamp distribution agreement in Australia
04 February, 2014Philips Lighting and Pierlite Australia have agreed to end their 10-year lamp distributor agreement in Australia, effective 10 March 2014. Pierlite will, however, continue to represent a suite of Philips professional luminaires for the region.
The Future of HVAC 2014: call for abstracts
03 February, 2014AIRAH is calling for abstracts for The Future of HVAC 2014 conference, to be held in Sydney from 16-17 July.
Ai Group voices support for reinstated ABCC
31 January, 2014 | Supplied by: Australian Industry GroupThe Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) has voiced its support for the restoration of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC).
Data Centre Strategy Summit returns in 2014
30 January, 2014Following a successful event in February 2013, the Australian Data Centre Strategy Summit will return in March 2014. The summit comprises 40 keynotes, plus roundtables, collaborative think-tanks, prequalified one-on-one meetings, an exhibition and workshops.
South Africa tops Emerging PV Markets Attractiveness Index
30 January, 2014Scoring 66 out of 100 in the IHS Emerging PV Markets Attractiveness Index for Q4 2013, South Africa came in a full 17 points ahead of second-ranked Thailand.
Optimising field service for improved profitability and efficiency
30 January, 2014 by Jared Haube, Field Service Management Summit | Supplied by: IQPCAgainst the backdrop of a rapidly progressive technology market, increasing consumer demands and economic fluctuations, companies are recognising the need to develop strategic measures in field service mobility. Optimising field service processes can help businesses cut costs, achieve operational efficiency, and improve productivity and customer satisfaction.
Philips achieves 2013 sales targets, remains cautious about future
30 January, 2014 | Supplied by: SignifyPhilips has reported a successful Q4 2013, with a comparable sales growth of 7% and operational results up by 20%. The company says it achieved its 2013 sales targets set in 2011.
Regulatory requirements for specialised cabling
30 January, 2014 by John Fleming, General ManagerRegistered cablers who intend carrying out specialised cabling after 1 July 2014 are reminded that the ACMA's rule changes for specialised (such as structured, coaxial and optical fibre) cabling come into force on that date.
Data centres aim for the stars
30 January, 2014 | Supplied by: NABERSIn February 2013, NABERS announced the new NABERS Energy rating tools for data centres, which enable data centre owners, operators and tenants to obtain ratings for their data centre infrastructure, IT equipment, or both.
Construction industry needs a "tough cop", MEA says
29 January, 2014 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaThe Australian Building and Construction Commission is the "tough cop" the construction industry needs to fight organised crime, Master Electricians Australia says. MEA has urged the Senate not to obstruct attempts to reinstate the ABCC.
BICSI seeking CT-001 representative
29 January, 2014 | Supplied by: BICSI South PacificPeter Meijer, BICSI South Pacific's representative on the CT-001 standards committee, has announced his intention to step down from the role. BICSI is seeking a suitable member to take on the role once Meijer steps down in mid-February.
Thousands of jobs at stake if RET is scrapped
29 January, 2014Axing the Renewable Energy Target (RET) could result in the loss of 2000 jobs, plus thousands more not created, according to analysis commissioned by the REC Agents Association.
Lighting Council Australia presents LED seminar series
29 January, 2014Lighting Council Australia is offering an LED seminar series presented by Professor Georges Zissis on the topic of LED street lighting.
