Electrocution leads to recall of spa components
20 April, 2022WA's electrical safety regulator has initiated a national recall of hazardous spa components involved in the tragic death of a Perth man.
Small plug-in igus energy chain saves assembly time
15 April, 2022 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdThe plug-in igus energy chain system readychain speed connects harnessed e-chain systems in seconds and without the use of tools.
ILME CX 8/0 power connector
01 April, 2022 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdThe ILME CX 8/0 is a robust power connector designed for harsh environmental conditions.
Split-second risk of arc flash
30 March, 2022WorkSafe Qld has released a new film highlighting the danger of arc flash, which can cause serious burns, injury and death.
Blundstone #243 crew boot
25 March, 2022 | Supplied by: Blundstone Australia Pty LtdBlundstone has released the #243 'crew boot', suitable for those on their feet all day.
Urgent mandate needed for safer solar systems after floods
23 March, 2022Many systems lack a quick and easy way to shut down solar panels in the event of an emergency, creating a serious safety threat for homeowners, first responders and tradespeople.
Distribution-grid-scale battery storage system completed in Qld
21 March, 2022 | Supplied by: NOJA Power Switchgear Pty LtdElectrical engineering firm NOJA Power has completed construction of the Black River Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), designed by Australian engineering consultants Yurika.
Breakthrough for wireless charging
16 March, 2022A new charging system can charge devices placed anywhere within a ring around it.
Product recall for tradies' portable power board
16 March, 2022Use of the defective power board carries the risk of electric shock, electrocution and fire.
How climate change will disrupt Australian electricity networks
15 March, 2022A new report from Energy Networks Australia aims to build climate change resilience in the electricity sector.
Rule shake-up for standalone power systems
09 March, 2022Standalone power systems can now be built within the National Electricity Market under new AEMC rules.
Cincon CFM06S AC/DC power supplies
07 March, 2022 | Supplied by: Transfer Multisort Elektronik Sp. z o.o.Cincon has released the CFM06S series of 6 W AC/DC power supplies, available in open-frame or enclosed versions.
Victorians warned after plug catches fire
01 March, 2022 | Supplied by: Energy Safe VictoriaEnergy Safe Victoria (ESV) is encouraging Victorians to ensure their electrical plugs are properly plugged in following a fire in a Roxburgh Park garage last week.
Warning to machinery operators after excavators hit powerlines
16 February, 2022Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) is again reminding machinery operators to be careful around powerlines after two incidents occurred in one day last week.
Change to Australian wiring rules
16 February, 2022 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdThis year will be a milestone year for the application of residual current devices in Australia, with changes to the Standards Australia wiring rules that will change the selection of the RCDs used.
