ISO/IEC plug-and-play standard enables seamless technology
23 January, 2012The newest parts of an International Standard for Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) will help devices to seamlessly cross multivendor and multitechnology networks - another step forward for intelligent homes and offices. UPnP technology together with enabling home automation technologies such as KNX (ISO/IEC 14543-3) or Echonet (ISO/IEC 14543-4) makes this possible, because it allows devices to connect and work together, facilitating multiple applications like entertainment, energy efficiency, security and building control, through data and resource sharing, communications, the internet and simplified network establishment.
The significance of network integrity in premise cabling
03 January, 2012Premise or customer cabling is defined as “cabling beyond the carrier’s network boundary” in the Telecommunications Act (the Act) and involves any cabling that can connect a device to the telecommunications network.
How do you determine if a worker is an employee or a contractor?
03 January, 2012 by Patricia Ryan*Many businesses enjoy the flexibility of engaging contractors for certain projects or to assist during busy periods. However, confusion often arises as to whether these so-called contractors are regarded by the law as such. Whether a person is a contractor or an employee will be a question of fact to be determined on a case-by-case basis, taking into account all the relevant factors of the relationship.
New lighting regulations in the US in 2012
21 December, 2011The upcoming lighting legislation in the US will mandate that lighting manufacturers cease the production of non-efficient lighting and related products, which will change the way facilities consume energy and maintain lighting.
Dimetix FLS-C distance measuring device
12 December, 2011The Dimetix FLS-C is an optical distance measuring device that measures distances - on natural and reflecting surfaces - up to 500 m without contact.
Carbon tax passes Senate
09 November, 2011The government's Clean Energy legislation has been passed by the Senate.
Tips on avoiding sham contracting arrangements
08 November, 2011Businesses are increasingly getting caught out by the Fair Work Ombudsman on sham contracting arrangements. Below are some tips on how to avoid sham contracting arrangements.
NECA calls for solar regulation overhaul
24 October, 2011The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) continued calls for governments at all levels to work together to stamp out dodgy solar installers and protect consumers following official government figures that show many installations are dangerous.
Fight the fakes
30 September, 2011Counterfeit electrical products may be available at cheap prices but they not only pose a great health and safety risk, they also erode the market share of genuine manufacturers. And that’s not all. The contractors buying or installing a counterfeit electrical product could be fined, lose their licence or possibly be put behind bars.
Standards Australia announces Smart Grid Road Map
16 September, 2011Smart grid technology has been commissioned by the Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism.
Large-Scale Solar Policy Roadmap
12 September, 2011Australian solar technologies are being rolled out across the world but locally we're not getting the jobs and other economic benefits that come with these major projects, says Matthew Warren, the Chief Executive of the Clean Energy Council. He said the country needed to capitalise on the interest Solar Flagships had generated among the international investors, who were sinking billions of dollars into projects in other countries.
CSA gets accreditation to test ANSI's third edition of Medical Electrical Equipment Standard
19 August, 2011CSA has received first accreditation in the world to test ANSI's third edition of Medical Electrical Equipment Standard.
Mastering the possibilities of DALI
03 August, 2011 byDigital Addressable Lighting Interface (DALI) is a protocol set out in the technical standard IEC 62386 for network-based systems that control lighting in buildings.
Boarding the home automation bus
03 August, 2011 by Ian Richardson, Chairman, KNX AustraliaEnergy efficiency in buildings is a focus of many building owners, occupiers and residents in the commercial and residential sectors. Recent discussions on energy costs, efficiency and carbon tax regulations have highlighted a growing need to be aware of better ways to increase the efficiency in buildings.
New ISO standard aims to build confidence in the global carbon market
25 July, 2011A new Standard to address climate change and GHG emissions has been published by the International Organization for Standardization ISO.
