Heat is on for NSW electricity network, says ETU
08 January, 2013Extreme heat occurrences, such as the recent heatwave experienced across Australia, are the reason network investment and network reliability standards should not be reduced, the Electrical Trades Union has said.
Industry leads electricity transformation
17 December, 2012 | Supplied by: CSIRO Head OfficeAccording to a recent report from the CSIRO, in a first for Australia, over 35 industry partners will work together to explore a future vision for Australia’s electricity system. This vision will help guide the expected $240 billion investment required by the sector over the next 20 years.
WA homeowners burdened with connection costs
05 December, 2012 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaHomeowners in Western Australia will soon pay $350 more to have power connected as a result of a bureaucratic new connection scheme, Master Electricians Australia has warned.
Cablemakers gets online
26 November, 2012Bulk cable-cutting facility Cablemakers North Queensland is helping locals solve their cable requirements quicker with the launch of the Cablemakers website.
Phoenix Contact Plugtrab PT-IQ intelligent surge protection
26 November, 2012 | Supplied by: Phoenix Contact Pty LtdThe Plugtrab PT-IQ product family from Phoenix Contact provides proactive functional monitoring for signal interface surge protection devices.
Is the future underground?
20 November, 2012 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has announced its underground substation concept for the efficient and safe delivery of energy for Australian urban areas.
ODU MAC connector system
07 November, 2012 | Supplied by: Clarke & Severn Electronic SolutionsThe ODU MAC connector system consists of a variety of customisable rugged frames, plastic insulation bodies (modules) with many of insert patterns, and crimpable, removable contacts for high currents (power), low currents (signal), and RF-signals.
Swift cable hooks and retainers
05 November, 2012 | Supplied by: SWIFT Metal Services Pty LtdSwift Metal Services have expanded their range to include the fixed cable and hose retainer. Developed to allow for multiple mounting positions including hooked or bolted configurations, the retainer is suitable for large diameter, heavy hoses cable and pneumatic lines on building sites, energy infrastructure, mines and machinery workshops.
Phoenix Contact Sunclix plug-in connectors for PV systems
05 November, 2012 | Supplied by: Phoenix Contact Pty LtdPhoenix Contact has introduced Sunclix DC device connectors to their product family for photovoltaic applications. Designed for up to 1500 V and 40 A, the connectors are conceived to address future market requirements and are compatible with all of the connectors belonging to the Sunclix product family.
Remlive RL24I positive isolation indicator
05 November, 2012 | Supplied by: NHP Electrical Engineering Products Pty LtdThe Remlive RL24I low-voltage visual signalling device provides positive isolation indication in the event of an isolating device, such as a disconnect switch or circuit-breaker, being switched off or tripped on fault. The device comes complete with triple-redundant LED illumination and provides visible indication of voltage (24 -1000 VAC) from outside the switchboard door.
Conxall Data-Con-X Sealed USB A-B and B-A Connectors
05 November, 2012 | Supplied by: Clarke & Severn Electronic SolutionsData-Con-X Sealed USB Type A and B Connectors are sealed to IP67 and IP68 NEMA 250 (6P) when mated. Feed-thru termination is available on the panel for field installation. It is also available in a quick-connect bayonet or a threaded-style interface, with an RoHS-compliant assembly.
ABB 245 kV ELK-14 series gas insulated switchgear
23 October, 2012 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has launched its latest generation 245 kV ELK-14 series of gas insulated switchgear (GIS). The footprint is 40% less than conventional designs and uses 20% less sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) gas compared to the previous generation, making it even more environmentally friendly than its predecessor.
Flexicon Liquidtight flexible conduit
22 October, 2012 | Supplied by: Flexicon Corporation (Australia) Pty LimitedLiquidtight flexible conduit from Flexicon Australia is suitable for demanding applications, including the marine and mining industries.
Marechal decontactor systems
15 October, 2012 | Supplied by: MarechalMarechal Decontactor systems with RCDs protect against shock and current leakage. They are tailor made to customers’ requirements and are available up to 100 A with trip levels of 30, 100 and 300 mA.
Labelling in electrical environments
15 October, 2012 | Supplied by: Phoenix Contact Pty LtdThe ideal printing system for labelling components in electrical environments is chosen based on workflows and print volume. Requirements regarding materials and the durability of the print result are determined by the application.
