Mitigating risk for a critical load
19 July, 2022 | Supplied by: NOJA Power Switchgear Pty LtdWhen power reliability is critical, network operators can offer increased protection for specific connection points — through a system known as auto-changeover.
Electricians urged not to re-energise switchboards
12 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Energy Safe VictoriaEnergy Safe Victoria has reminded electrical workers upgrading rental properties to ensure switchboards are not energised before the work is inspected by a licensed electrical inspector.
Lack of planning may jeopardise EV uptake
12 July, 2022Inadequate charging networks could thwart electric vehicle adoption goals, a recent study has found.
Powering rockets from Arnhem to space
05 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Aggreko AustraliaPower generation company Aggreko has been contracted to supply critical temporary power to enable NASA to launch three suborbital sounding rockets, the first of which successfully took off on 27 June from Arnhem Space Centre in the NT.
LAPP ROBUST control and data cables
01 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdThe ROBUST series is suitable for indoor and outdoor use in machine tool building, food and beverage, the chemical industry, medical engineering, laundries, car wash systems, composting and sewage plants, and agricultural machinery.
Worker seriously injured following electric shock
01 July, 2022WorkSafe Victoria has charged a transport company after a worker was seriously injured when a crane truck he was operating struck overhead powerlines.
$1.2bn investment in transmission
14 June, 2022Energy Networks Australia has welcomed the NSW Government's announcement of $1.2 billion to accelerate development of transmission in Renewable Energy Zones.
WA tops nation in standalone power systems
14 June, 2022WA is leading the nation in the use of standalone power systems, 100 of which are now deployed across the state's main electricity grid.
How hazardous area lighting improves underground mine safety
02 June, 2022 | Supplied by: MineglowLighting is one of the most common causes of explosion ignition in high-risk mining environments.
MFB SoHo S210 enclosures
01 June, 2022 | Supplied by: MFB Products Pty LtdManufactured in Australia, the SoHo range of MFB S210 enclosures provides an efficient solution for removing desk clutter.
Integrated switchgear system vs discrete components: what's better?
01 June, 2022 | Supplied by: NOJA Power Switchgear Pty LtdWhen selecting pole-mounted switchgear, power systems engineers face a choice between integrated systems and discrete components.
Protection against earth faults — unpacking the technical requirements of RCDs
26 May, 2022 by Ian Richardson, Building Solutions Manager, Electrification, ABB Australia | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdResidual Current Devices (RCDs) have been used for many years in Australia as the front-line protection for people against the risk of a fatal electric shock.
EVs trialled in 'solar soak' event
18 May, 2022 | Supplied by: JemenaA multimillion-dollar home-charging trial is looking at the role EVs can play in soaking up excess solar energy to improve the stability of the grid.
Why Malaysia needs smart grids
17 May, 2022 by Johan van der Veen | Supplied by: OvarroOvarro's Johan van der Veen explains why distribution automation will play a vital role in meeting Malaysia's sustainability goals.
Sonoff TX series touch switches
13 May, 2022 | Supplied by: Transfer Multisort Elektronik Sp. z o.o.Sonoff's TX series switches are designed for integration into modern home and office settings.
