Historic solar-powered, round-the-world flight a success

ABB alliance partner Solar Impulse has made history by completing the first ever round-the-world flight powered only by energy from the sun.

Addressing IIoT challenges

Connecting disparate devices from multiple manufacturers is a key first step to creating the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). This article explains how protocol conversion addresses the challenges of connecting legacy equipment.

National renewable energy map adds value

An online map that helps renewable energy developers find the best locations for new Australian projects has recently received a major upgrade.

Swann SWDVK-8720T4D2 and SWDVK-4720P4 professional HD security systems

Swann has released professional HD security systems featuring a SWDVK-8720T4D2 8-channel digital video recorder and a SWDVK-4720P4 4-channel digital video recorder.

BuildingIQ acquires human comfort technology from CSIRO

BuildingIQ has acquired the OptiCool and ComfortSENSE subsystems (and the interface in between) from CSIRO.

ATEN names Madison Technologies as distributor

ATEN ANZ, a recently formed subsidiary of ATEN International, has named Madison Technologies as an authorised distributor in Australia.

ABB DRAF enclosed direct-on-line starters

The DRAF enclosed starter embeds AF technology, with an electronically controlled coil of AF contactors.

D-Link DCS-960L wide-eye panoramic camera

Panasonic Aero-PTZ rugged pan-tilt-zoom security camera

Panasonic Australia has unveiled the rugged Aero-PTZ security camera, which is designed for applications at height, at sea and on ports, piers and bridges under severe weather conditions, from rain and snow to extreme temperatures and gale-force winds.

Preparing for the networked world

With the demise of analog, we are seeing the emergence of a rapidly growing array of exciting new technologies and applications.

Schneider Electric StruxureWare Power Monitoring Expert software

Schneider Electric has released the latest version of its StruxureWare Power Monitoring Expert software, designed for integrated energy management and electrical distribution management across entire facilities.

Solar air-con in action

CSIRO has helped develop a solar-powered air-conditioning system for use at Stockland Wendouree Shopping Centre in Ballarat, Victoria and says it is a shining example of how to use the sun to cool buildings — making the most from the Australian climate.

D-Link mydlink Home app

D-Link has integrated IFTTT (if this, then that) functionality in the mydlink Home app across a range of devices including WiFi Smart Plugs, motion sensors and the WiFi Siren. Users can create conditional commands, referred to as 'recipes', and link multiple IFTTT products and apps together for a completely customisable home automation solution.

Stiebel Eltron WWK 222 and WWK 302 hot water heat pumps

Stiebel Eltron has released a range of hot water heat pump models to the Australian market. The range features two models: the WWK 222 (H) and WWK 302 (H).

Rockwell Automation wins gold

Rockwell Automation's Asia Pacific Business Centre (APBC) has been presented Gold at the 2016 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. The Award for Excellence in the category of Innovation in Manufacturing Industries recognises the success of the APBC in achieving optimal performance and profitability through deploying The Connected Enterprise.