Electrical distribution > Cables and connectors

Next-gen electrical insulation

17 August, 2021

Researchers are analysing new materials for use in electrical insulation, with the capacity to remove heat more effectively.


Treotham flexible EMC/VSD cables and accessories

01 August, 2021

Treotham Automation has a complete range of VSD/EMC cables and cable glands to meet users' requirements.


LAPP UNITRONIC UV-resistant outdoor cables

01 August, 2021

When they are installed outdoors, cables should be UV-resistant.


Make wiring simpler, quicker and more efficient

01 July, 2021

The AB range of 1492-P terminal blocks make use of an innovative 'push-in' connection technology feature.


Bushfire risk on overhead lines — get it covered

07 June, 2021

With climate change making hot, dry and windy conditions more likely, utilities need to protect themselves and the public from the risk of bushfire.


Standards Australia seeks feedback on wiring rules

24 February, 2021

Standards Australia is currently seeking feedback from those who interact with AS/NZS 3000, also known as the wiring rules.


R STAHL SolConeX plugs and sockets

24 November, 2020

The SolConeX by R.Stahl is the latest in a series of explosion-protected plugs and sockets, available from Control Logic.


Safe Connect switchboard hot spot detection

11 November, 2020

Safe Connect has released colour change clips that display and remain bright pink the moment any cable or connection becomes hot.


Ensuring safe fire containment when cabling

27 August, 2020 by Paul Stathis, Chief Executive Officer, BICSI South Pacific

Fire issues become paramount to cablers if they route cabling through building elements that are deemed as fire containment barriers.


Cabling supplies unaffected by COVID-19 stockpiling

11 March, 2020

Some electrical workers have struggled to source electrical cable due to stockpiling sparked by coronavirus fears.


Copper thieves to be caught on camera

15 January, 2020

More CCTV cameras have been rolled out by Energex, in an effort to catch those stealing copper from the power network.


TE Connectivity M8/M12 cable assemblies

10 January, 2020

TE Connectivity has introduced M8/M12 cable assemblies to complement its existing sensor/actuator cable assembly solutions.


eSafe Qld publishes new wiring guidelines

10 December, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

Queensland's Electrical Safety Office has published new guidance for contractors and workers on electrical installations for construction and demolition sites.


IDEAL TWISTER WeatherProof Wire Connectors

01 June, 2019

The IP68 rated IDEAL TWISTER WeatherProof Wire Connectors range is designed for interior/exterior cable connections when exposed to damp/wet and corrosive environments.


Copper cabling: what's the difference?

01 June, 2019

Data communication history is closely linked to the developments in cabling and the connecting hardware.


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