TE Connectivity M8/M12 cable assemblies
10 January, 2020 | Supplied by: TE ConnectivityTE Connectivity has introduced M8/M12 cable assemblies to complement its existing sensor/actuator cable assembly solutions.
Bushfires threaten NSW power grid
08 January, 2020The bushfires raging across NSW have placed huge stress on the state's powerlines and energy transmission.
eSafe Qld publishes new wiring guidelines
10 December, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingQueensland's Electrical Safety Office has published new guidance for contractors and workers on electrical installations for construction and demolition sites.
Blundstone Women's Safety Series boots
10 December, 2019 | Supplied by: Blundstone Australia Pty LtdAustralian footwear brand Blundstone has combined the latest technology with design flair to launch a new range of safety boots specifically for women in the trades, building and construction industries.
Knowing your AC from your DC
25 November, 2019 by Jon Young, APAC Director | Supplied by: EU AutomationIn a world dominated by alternating current, it seems direct current has virtually disappeared from use. Does it still have a place?
Investment to focus on grid reliability
04 November, 2019The Australian Government recently announced a $1 billion Grid Reliability Fund for investment into transmission and distribution infrastructure and grid stabilisation technologies.
Federal, NSW govts to underwrite QNI upgrade
30 October, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe federal and NSW governments have agreed to jointly underwrite $102m for a project to upgrade the Queensland–New South Wales Interconnector.
In search of dark energy
21 October, 2019 | Supplied by: Eaton Industries Pty LtdWhen the back-up power system for one of its largest telescopes was coming to the end of its life, Siding Spring Observatory decided to upgrade its technology.
Eaton revamps DC power portfolio for 5G era
16 October, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingEaton has launched a new range of DC power solutions — designed to support the power needs of 5G networks — in Australia and New Zealand.
Could a new battery concept replace lithium ion?
10 October, 2019A battery concept adopting an anode and cathode made of aluminium and anthraquinone could result in lower production costs and environmental impacts.
CBi-electric SFRSE7 RCBO
01 October, 2019 | Supplied by: CBI Electric Australia Pty LtdThe SFRSE7 from CBi-electric is a DIN mount 3-pole 10 kA RCBO that comes in a compact 3-module width.
It's time to create the grid of the future, says AEMC
27 September, 2019The Australian Energy Market Commission has urged that action be taken to create an energy grid that can accommodate rooftop solar expansion and a national electric vehicle network.
ABB to expand Austrian energy grid
25 September, 2019ABB Power Grids will supply gas-insulated switchgear to Austria's transmission system operator, Austrian Power Grid.
CBI DC Battery Storage MCB Range
24 September, 2019 | Supplied by: CBI Electric Australia Pty LtdThe battery storage range is suitable for isolation of the battery installation or providing overcurrent and short circuit protection.
UK tech could defend against national power blackouts
23 August, 2019A team of scientists at the University of Birmingham in the UK have developed a technology that could protect against electricity blackouts.
