Maximising efficiency for the future power grid
05 August, 2020With the rapid uptake of renewables and alternative means of power, there has been a push to design a more effective power grid.
Smart tech minimises power outages in homes
05 August, 2020Smart technology that allows utility companies to better serve dwellings and communities affected by power outages has been designed by researchers.
New electricity roadmap released
05 August, 2020The 2020 Integrated System Plan has been developed amidst changes to how electricity is generated and used.
Safety blitz on unlicensed electrical work
23 July, 2020A big crackdown on unlicensed electrical work is currently being undertaken by the Queensland Government.
Wiring error sees WA electrician fined $27K
22 July, 2020A North Perth electrician has been fined $27,000 for a potentially lethal wiring error at a building site in Rockingham.
CBI Electric SE4 3 Phase 3 pole RCBO
22 July, 2020 | Supplied by: CBI Electric Australia Pty LtdThe CBI Electric SE4 3 Phase 3 pole RCBO has recently been released.
Accommodating renewable energy on the grid
21 July, 2020 by Francesco Ierullo, Head of Sales for South and West Europe and IMEA, Exel Composites | Supplied by: Exel CompositesIn order to use renewable energy to its fullest potential, electrical infrastructure needs to be upgraded to support the increase in supply.
Guiding the electricity market through COVID-19
15 July, 2020The latest measures designed to guide the national electricity market through the COVID-19 pandemic have been announced.
Lighting upgrades raise Vic’s electricity prices
14 July, 2020The cost of a lighting upgrade scheme has seen Victorian consumers paying increased rates for their electricity.
Weidmuller PRO INSTA power supplies
13 July, 2020 | Supplied by: Weidmuller Pty LtdWeidmuller PRO INSTA power supplies are compact and efficient, designed to ensure a long-lasting power supply for buildings and machines.
Ilme 21.21 Series compact enclosures
10 July, 2020 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdDeveloped for large-diameter cables using an M25 cable entry, the latest hoods are a suitable solution for the robotics and automation sectors.
Hammond Electronics 1597DIN plastic enclosures
09 July, 2020 | Supplied by: Hammond Electronics Pty LtdHammond Electronics has announced its 1597DIN family of UL94-V0 flame-retardant plastic enclosures for mounting to standard IEC/EN 60715 35 mm DIN rails.
Electrical safety guidance for building construction
24 June, 2020A new safety guide for electrical assets on building sites has been published by Building and Energy in WA.
ABB ComfortLine compact distribution boards and wall-mounting cabinets
24 June, 2020 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdThe ABB ComfortLine compact distribution boards and wall-mounting cabinets are designed to make electrical installation flexible, fast and efficient.
Early detection of faulty powerlines proves critical
23 June, 2020A faulty powerline has been detected before it fell in a high fire danger area of Victoria.
