Paybacks from energy harvesting
22 January, 2009 by Dr Peter Harrop*
As more and more energy-harvesting products hit the market, a growing range of commercial applications and benefits is becoming apparent. So how will this growing field of technology impact on current electrical solutions?
Dun & Bradstreet survey predicts tough start to 2009
18 December, 2008
The outlook for Australia into the start of 2009 is rather grim across a number of industry sectors, according to a survey by business and credit analyst firm Dun & Bradstreet.
Stainless steel cable ties
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: CABAC
The STFCxx0-316 and STFCxx0-HD-316 316-grade stainless steel cable ties are fully coated with a halogen-free nylon coating, which gives the tie a smooth surface, and rounded edges that protect the cable and assist with operator safety.
Cordless screwdrivers
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Tooltechnic Systems (Aust) Pty Ltd
The Festool T12+3 and T15+3 cordless drills are equipped with EC-TEC motors that don’t use carbon brushes to minimise wear and intelligent motor management to convert battery energy into performance with minimal loss, claimed to result in greater screwdriving capacity, controlled power use and torque setting.
Clear single socket
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Legrand Australia P/L
The HPM clear plug base is a completely clear single socket GPO, so that terminations are clearly visible. This makes fault-finding easier because there is no need to spend time removing the socket from the nail plate in order to check the terminations.
Heatshrink tubing
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: StockCap
The range of Stockcap heatshrink products has been expanded with the addition of low-voltage (LV) medium-wall (MW) heatshrink tubes.
Power disturbance monitoring relay
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Westek Electronics Pty Ltd
The PQube DIN rail-mountable power and disturbance monitoring relay captures voltage disturbances and time-stamped waveforms, storing captured information on a plug-in 4 GB SD card that provides exportable CSV Excel-compatible and GIF picture files via ethernet with email, DHCP, FTP and SNTP options.
Equipment enclosure
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
The Sarel Spacial 6000 enclosure family has been extended to include a floor-standing range, designed to house control and automation and low-voltage electrical distribution equipment in commercial and industrial applications.
Multi 9 range surge protection devices
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
The Multi 9 range of surge protection devices has been extended to include 120 kA rated products. The range now offers an extended working life through its higher level of protection against electrical surges.
Suspended power board
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Jackson Industries
The PT1199SS ‘Power on a Chain’ power board is designed to provide electrical power to work areas via overhead means, removing the hazards of tripping or electrocution from electrical leads strewn across floors.
Laser level
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: CABAC
The LL500 laser level is a rugged measurement tool, constructed from aluminium and fitted with rubber boots to protect it from shock, making it suitable for electrical trades and use on construction sites.
Thermal current switch disconnectors
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Kraus & Naimer Pty Ltd
The KF-switch series is the latest generation of thermal current switch disconnectors from Kraus & Naimer and is available in the 16-25 A thermal current range.
Motor protection relays
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: NHP Electrical Engineering Products Pty Ltd
The Sprecher+Schuh CEP seven C3 is the latest addition to the DeviceNet-ready, CEP series of electronic motor protection relays.
Labelled circuit breakers
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Legrand Australia P/L
The HPM range of circuit breakers, designed for use in residential switchboards, is now supplied with a transparent labelling system.
Drill and drive cordless drill
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Black and Decker Pty Ltd
The Quick Connect chuck facility has been introduced to the BD146F3-XE 14.4 V cordless drill, enabling users to drill and drive without changing bits.
