Fluke 5080A multiproduct calibrator
01 September, 2010 byThe 5080A multiproduct calibrator accurately calibrates both analog and digital test instruments including analog meters, panel meters, digital multimeters, watt meters and, with optional accessories, clamp meters, megohmmeters and oscilloscopes to 200 MHz.
TransGrid holds largest ever planning forum
11 August, 2010TransGrid recently held a Planning Forum to National Electricity Market participants and interested parties on the emerging constraints of the NSW electricity transmission network.
Standard for LED lighting control gear
29 July, 2010A new standard for LED lighting control gear has been added to Comtest Laboratories’ Accreditation portfolio.
Harting takes legal action against Chinese copies
29 July, 2010Electrical and electronic connector manufacturer Harting has won a court case in China over copied products.
Energy-efficiency disclosure now compulsory
23 July, 2010 by Justin Lethlean*New legislation requiring the disclosure of buildings’ energy ratings means the electrical industry will play an even more important role on the performance of buildings.
Standards for the Australian smart grid
22 July, 2010Standards Australia provides an update on its activities in the continuing development of smart grid standards for Australia.
Government releases enhanced safety rules for solar panels
24 June, 2010Companies seeking to install solar panels under the Renewable Energy Target will be subject to tougher safety and compliance requirements.
NECA calls on government to release safety inspection figures
21 June, 2010NECA has called on the government to release details on the insulation installation safety inspection figures or to inspect all of the installations in the country.
Schneider Electric submits response to the Australian government’s ‘issues paper’ on energy efficiency
11 June, 2010Schneider Electric has issued a comprehensive response to the federal government's energy-efficiency issues paper.
BCA 2010 revised energy-efficiency provisions
11 May, 2010The new 2010 Building Code of Australia is released this month, with a large number of changes that will have a significant impact on the electrical industry.
Clipsal downlight cover
06 May, 2010 byThe Clipsal downlight cover fits a wide range of downlights, including the company’s CDL series downlights. Completely retrofittable, the cover is manufactured from fire-retardant fibreglass and intumescent material.
Doors open on Australia's first zero-emission house
06 May, 2010A consortium led by CSIRO has developed Australia's first eight-star, zero-emmission house to demonstrate what can be achieved in reducing carbon emmissions using off-the-shelf products.
GBCA launches Green Star Industrial rating tool
05 May, 2010A new Green Star rating tool for industrial facilities has been released to support the sustainable planning, design and construction of high-performance industrial buildings.
Government heeds NECA warning
28 April, 2010NECA has commended the government's recent reaction to the association's concerns regarding the reintroduction of a home insulation program.
NECA yet to be convinced by revamped insulation scheme
20 April, 2010 by James Tinslay, CEO, NECA NationalNECA is amplifying its call to the federal government to adopt adequate safety measures in dealing with the controversial insulation installation program.
