Industry News
Eaton appoints Power On as authorised integrator
Eaton has appointed Power On Australia as its first authorised integrator of Eaton DC power solutions in Australia. [ + ]
Master Electricians welcomes Security of Payment Bill
Legislation to guarantee security of payments to small and medium businesses in the building and construction industry has been welcomed by Master Electricians. [ + ]
Battery install standard needs to change, claims CEC
The energy storage industry is calling for changes to a draft technical standard released for comment by Standards Australia that requires energy storage units to be installed outside the home, according to the Clean Energy Council. [ + ]
Claroty and Schneider improve global cybersecurity
Schneider Electric and Claroty have formed a partnership to work on safety and cybersecurity challenges for global industrial infrastructure. [ + ]
First Australian Smart Cities Awards Program launched
A Smart Cities Awards Program has been announced by the Smart Cities Council Australia New Zealand (SCCANZ). [ + ]
The Wiring Rules transition arrangements
The new edition of AS/NZS Wiring Rules (AS/NZS 3000) is expected to be published later this year. [ + ]
2017 NECA Vic Excellence Awards announced
The National Electrical & Communications Association (NECA) has announced the winners of the 2017 NECA Victoria Excellence Awards. [ + ]
Construction to begin on two Qld solar farms
Construction is about to begin on two new large-scale solar farms near Collinsville in north Queensland. [ + ]
Philips lights up Canada's railway tunnel
The almost 160-year-old Brockville Railway Tunnel in Brockville, Canada, has been illuminated with Philips LED lights. [ + ]
MBA urges contractors to make mental and physical health a priority
Master Builders Australia is urging builders, contractors and tradies to make their physical and mental health a priority. [ + ]
Tasmania's best electrical and communications contractors named
The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has announced Tasmania's best electrical and communications contractors and apprentices at its annual awards. [ + ]
Cleantech Effect to focus on energy sustainability
Peer-to-peer trading, microgrids and community-driven energy projects — are they key to future energy sustainability in our communities? [ + ]
SAFETYconnect 2017 — compliance, safety and a high-voltage mock trial
If you manufacture or import products to sell into Australian or international markets and would like to learn about product certification and compliance, then the two-day SAFETYconnect 2017 conference and exhibition is a must-attend event for you. [ + ]
Switchboard safety — understand the risks
Queensland's Electrical Safety Office is reminding electrical workers to carry out a risk assessment before removing switchboard panels. [ + ]
Warren & Brown signs distribution deal with US company
Warren & Brown Technologies has signed a distribution agreement with US-based QPC Fiber Optic Solutions to supply QPC's harsh environment and multifibre connectivity solutions throughout Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
