ABB powers offshore
11 May, 2016ABB will deploy 40 special transformers to equip wind turbines for an offshore wind farm in the Irish Sea. The MHI Vestas Offshore Wind turbines are 195 m tall — around two-thirds the height of the Eiffel Tower — and weigh 1000 tonnes, approximately double a fully loaded Airbus A380 plane.
Hexagon Safety & Infrastructure post-storm damage assessment
11 May, 2016Hexagon Safety & Infrastructure has released Intergraph Damage Assessment (IDA), an application that enables end-to-end automation of the entire post-storm damage assessment process. IDA can be used for simple outage patrols as well as in times of devastating storm damage, making it an everyday solution that maximises return on investment for electric utility companies.
Underground cables powering up Perth
09 May, 2016Around 800 new properties across Perth will now have access to power from under the ground as projects to remove overhead power distribution networks continue full steam ahead.
Smart meters and demand response drive growth
03 May, 2016The global smart grid data management market will reach US$380 million in revenue by 2020, according to new research by Technavio. At present, the Asia-Pacific region accounts for 16.43% of total revenue.
Government criticised over unfair tactics
26 April, 2016An opinon piece published in Queensland's Courier Mail last week takes aim at government plans to put itself in direct competition with the state's 10,000+ licensed electricians and 1200 registered solar installers.
Aussie partnership produces superconductor
20 April, 2016A research agreement between Siemens, Queensland University of Technology and the Australian Government's Defence Science and Technology group has produced prototype high-temperature superconductors.
Turbine power for Tasmania
19 April, 2016Tasmania's energy woes may be alleviated shortly, thanks to a new contract for supply of three clean-burning dual fuel gas turbines.
Schneider Electric brings energy to 45,000 rural students in Kenya
07 April, 2016An off-grid solar power solution developed by Schneider Electric is now benefiting over 45,000 primary students in rural schools throughout Kenya.
Siemens power station contract a boost for regional NSW
05 April, 2016AGL Energy Limited (AGL) has announced approval on a $63 million project to install a distributed control system (DCS) at AGL Macquarie's Bayswater power station in the NSW Hunter Valley. The DCS is a semiautomated system that monitors, controls and instructs the various parts of a power station, to help manage efficient performance and operation.
Accupack LDR40MH24-RS uninterruptible power supply
31 March, 2016Automated Control and FEAS have introduced the Accupack FEAS LDR40MH24-RS uninterruptible power supply (UPS). The unit features an onboard 24 VDC switchmode power supply, integral batteries and serial communications, and is suitable for industrial applications requiring a compact and robust power source.
Fatality a sad reminder to put safety first: MEA
22 March, 2016The recent death of a WA worker has prompted an electrical safety warning about power in ceilings from Master Electricians Australia.
ABB's first smart low-voltage network powering Thai luxury mall
17 March, 2016The multimillion-dollar transformation of Bangkok's business district now features a smart, connected low-voltage network installed by ABB.
Electricians miss out on wage increase
09 March, 2016Despite efforts by unions, electricians will not receive a wage increase based on a licence allowance following a recent decision made by the Fair Work Commission.
Hazard alert for electrical sub-boards
07 March, 2016A hazard alert for electrical sub-boards has been released by SafeWork SA following an electric shock incident involving exposed live busbars.
ABB to power unmanned oil platforms
29 February, 2016ABB has won orders from National Petroleum Construction Company (NPCC) for the delivery of electrical and telecommunication systems to the Al Nasr Full field Development Project in Abu Dhabi.
