Industry News
Upcoming changes to NCC 2019
With the new year quickly approaching, the Australian Building Codes Board has outlined how the 2019 National Construction Code differs from the 2016 edition. [ + ]
Hydrogen standards to guide Australia's future energy
Standards Australia has been working on developing hydrogen standards as Australia transitions to a low-carbon future. [ + ]
Schneider Electric expands data centre infrastructure offerings
Schneider Electric has continued to roll out EcoStruxure IT Expert, and introduced its expanded power portfolio and TIER-Ready designs for the data centre industry. [ + ]
Technology to improve data transfer in 5G networks
The technology aims to allow cellular communication nodes in 5G systems to partition bandwidth more efficiently to improve end-to-end data transmission rates. [ + ]
SA's big battery a "game changer" for the energy sector
After its first year of operation, the Hornsdale Power Reserve (HPR) has "delivered on high expectations of its performance and market impact", according to an Aurecon report. [ + ]
Government extends support to hire adult apprentices
A $27.7 million initiative will extend the Support for Adult Australian Apprentices payment for employers who take on an eligible apprentice aged 21 to 24 years. [ + ]
Electrical cables used for fire-resistant cladding
A researcher has found that the plastic insulation around electrical cables can be used to make an organic, non-combustible and lightweight cladding core. [ + ]
Willoughby Council to slash emissions and costs
Willoughby City Council has announced it will replace 1799 streetlights with LED lights and signed a 12-year renewable energy agreement. [ + ]
Avoiding the dangers of DIY Christmas lights
MEA has recommended a number of safety tips home owners should follow to avoid electrical incidents in the lead-up to Christmas. [ + ]
simPRO launches VoIP phone
simPRO's VoIP phone allows trade service businesses to forego their landlines and save time, money and logistics with communication. [ + ]
Magellan Power supplies energy storage for Onslow Power project
Magellan Power's utility-scale battery storage system has helped increase the efficiency of the power station in the Western Australian town of Onslow. [ + ]
Four concerns about safe construction wiring
Regular audits of construction projects by WorkSafe Queensland have revealed four key areas for concern in regards to wiring compliance. [ + ]
Redflow batteries to power two children's centres
Redflow has signed an agreement to supply 32 zinc-bromine flow batteries to two children's centres in Melbourne, helping them save about $140,000 in annual energy costs. [ + ]
2018 Energy Networks Annual Awards — winners announced
The Energy Networks Australia 2018 Annual Awards recognised energy network businesses leading the way in innovation and customer engagement. [ + ]
Action needed to prevent non-payment of subbies
The Australian Subcontractors Association is urging the government to provide better protection for subcontractors following the collapse of engineering firm RCR Tomlinson. [ + ]
