HARTING 10 B multiphase test connector
16 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Harting (HK) LimitedHARTING has released the 10 B multiphase test connector designed to prevent failures and ensure worker safety when performing maintenance on machinery.
Understanding power quality
16 May, 2016 by Nic Larue, Product Manager: PQ, EV, Solar Proj., Busway (interim) Marketing | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricPower quality problems can lead to equipment failure, high energy costs, business downtime and slow production. It is, therefore, important for businesses to understand and improve power quality to improve overall efficiency.
Pfannenberg FLH-T series switchboard heaters
16 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty LtdCondensation is one of the biggest dangers within electrical enclosures. Control Logic now offers Pfannenberg's latest series of fan heaters, which are an efficient way of eliminating this risk.
NSW power workers to walk
13 May, 2016The power workers who operate the electricity network across 95% of NSW will hold unprecedented strike action from Monday, 23 May, walking off the job in an attempt to bring an end to a long-running industrial dispute with management at publicly owned Essential Energy.
Magellan emergency DC UPS
13 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Magellan PowerMagellan's emergency DC UPS is a complete solution for avoiding any loss of DC power in substations. The unit is light, compact and portable and combines an integrated battery-charging system and lightweight, high-efficiency lithium batteries, along with an integrated intelligent battery monitoring system (BMS).
Schneider Electric Preventa XPS MCM modular safety controller
11 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Clipsal - by Schneider ElectricSchneider Electric has added to its range of Preventa safety products with the Preventa XPS MCM, a modular safety controller designed to protect industry machines and operators from incidents involving moving machine parts.
Hexagon Safety & Infrastructure post-storm damage assessment
11 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Hexagon Safety & InfrastructureHexagon Safety & Infrastructure has released Intergraph Damage Assessment (IDA), an application that enables end-to-end automation of the entire post-storm damage assessment process. IDA can be used for simple outage patrols as well as in times of devastating storm damage, making it an everyday solution that maximises return on investment for electric utility companies.
ABB powers offshore
11 May, 2016 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB will deploy 40 special transformers to equip wind turbines for an offshore wind farm in the Irish Sea. The MHI Vestas Offshore Wind turbines are 195 m tall — around two-thirds the height of the Eiffel Tower — and weigh 1000 tonnes, approximately double a fully loaded Airbus A380 plane.
Underground cables powering up Perth
09 May, 2016Around 800 new properties across Perth will now have access to power from under the ground as projects to remove overhead power distribution networks continue full steam ahead.
ABB Emax 2 smart circuit breaker
06 May, 2016 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdThe upgraded Emax 2 smart circuit breaker from ABB is equipped to manage the different power sources that make up a typical microgrid. It combines advanced protection, programmable logic, full connectivity, easy integration and comprehensive microgrid energy management into one device.
ABB TVOC-2 Arc Guard System communication module
04 May, 2016 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has launched a plug-in communication module for its TVOC-2 Arc Guard System. The communication module provides operators with real-time status updates and instant information on the location of any arcs.
Smart meters and demand response drive growth
03 May, 2016The global smart grid data management market will reach US$380 million in revenue by 2020, according to new research by Technavio. At present, the Asia-Pacific region accounts for 16.43% of total revenue.
Schmersal PROTECT SRB-E multifunction safety relay
28 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty LtdControl Logic has introduced the newest series of Schmersal safety controllers, the PROTECT SRB-E. The range offers multifunctional, configurable safety protection.
Government criticised over unfair tactics
26 April, 2016An opinon piece published in Queensland's Courier Mail last week takes aim at government plans to put itself in direct competition with the state's 10,000+ licensed electricians and 1200 registered solar installers.
Molex Perma-Seal waterproof adhesive terminals and splices
21 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Molex Premise Networks Pty LtdThe Molex Perma-Seal waterproof adhesive terminals and splices provide a rugged, environmentally sealed connection for wire sizes 8–22 AWG that will insulate, seal and protect joints from physical abuse and abrasion, water, salt and other corrosive compounds.