Could smart meters cause more outages?
30 July, 2015
While smart meters improve efficiency and reduce costs, a new study questions whether these gadgets destabilise the grid.
Magellan Residential Energy Storage System (RES1)
30 July, 2015 | Supplied by: Magellan PowerThe Magellan Residential Energy Storage System (RES1) stores solar power during the day and makes it available for use when there is no sun.
New software saves time for electricians
23 July, 2015A new software application designed to help cut down on data entry is saving valuable time for electrical contractors.
Controlling harmonics and improving power quality
23 July, 2015 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB was commissioned by Sohar Aluminium to design a solution to a harmonics issue at its smelter plant in Oman.
Schneider Electric PowerLogic PM8000 series power meters
23 July, 2015 | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricThe PowerLogic PM8000 series power meters have been added to the PowerLogic portfolio of power and energy meters from Schneider Electric, suitable for power-critical facilities such as hospitals, data centres and utilities.
Are the grids really ready for sustainable energy?
16 July, 2015 by University of LincolnElectrical grids can work if, and only if, the amount of electricity inserted into the grid from power plants is matched, second by second, to the amount of electricity extracted from the grid by consumers. If this doesnt happen there are blackouts.
$450m project to link UK and Norway power grids
16 July, 2015 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has won an order worth about $450 million to link the power grids of the United Kingdom and Norway, increasing security of power supply for both countries and supporting the integration of more wind and hydroelectric power into their networks.
Safety switches - two years on and still no action
07 July, 2015 by Malcolm Richards, CEO | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaBy the end of 2015, another 15 people who could have been saved by the installation of a simple and common safety switch will have lost their lives.
Electrical safety switch campaign launched
06 July, 2015Electrical contractors are being encouraged to take advantage of resources from a new safety switch campaign to help their customers understand common misconceptions to prevent death or serious injury from electric shock.
Panasonic EY37A2 radio
02 July, 2015 | Supplied by: Panasonic Australia Pty LimitedPanasonic has released the EY37A2 radio that is specifically designed for on-site and outdoor use by workers.
ABB DC Prefabricated Rail Substations
30 June, 2015 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has introduced a range of modular and transportable substations for the rail sector designed to offer a reduction in civil works, footprint and land acquisition costs, making them suitable for engineering, procurement and construction management use.
A look into the redevelopment of Australia's iconic SCG
25 June, 2015 | Supplied by: NHP Electrical Engineering Products Pty LtdThe iconic SCG's redevelopment involved NHP as the electrical supplier of an extensive set of electrical works for the two-stage, multimillion-dollar project.
How can government policy provide long-term stability in the NEM?
10 June, 2015 by Nicolas Verbeeck, Conference Director, Quest EventsIn April, the federal government released its Energy White Paper (EWP) laying out a framework for the future of the NEM.
Fibre-optic micro cables - the past, present and future
10 June, 2015 by Justin Quinn*, Product Development Engineer | Supplied by: AFL Telecommunications Australia Pty LtdFibre-optic cables have evolved over the years as the demand for bandwidth has increased exponentially. This article details the evolution of micro cables and looks ahead to future designs.
Integrated Smart Grid improves Nova Scotia Power's efficiency
09 June, 2015 | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricNova Scotia Power has implemented a new system from Schneider Electric to provide more sustainable and reliable energy by accurately locating faults and managing power outage incidents faster than ever in its electric distribution network.
