Aussie electrical innovation wins prestigious European Design Award
09 April, 2010
An Australian electrical company, Power & Data Corporation, recently received a prestigious European Red Dot Design Award for its Mainline power track electrical distribution system.
NHP wins 2009 Frost & Sullivan award
07 April, 2010
Market research firm Frost & Sullivan recently awarded the 2009 Australia & New Zealand ‘Competitive Strategy Leadership Award’ in the low-voltage switchgear market to NHP.
New global product marketing manager for Philips Dynalite
07 April, 2010
Philips Dynalite has appointed Peter Glasheen to the newly created role of Global Product Marketing Manager - Controls.
Executives expecting strong finish to financial year
07 April, 2010
The latest Dun & Bradstreet National Business Expectations Survey shows strong employment and selling price expectations that point to capacity constraints.
How do we get ‘more share’ of the consumer’s wallet?
01 April, 2010
Over the past few decades, Australian homes have been getting larger and more sophisticated, with consumers happily spending considerable money on their homes. We have more space, better quality and far more technology in our homes than ever before. And because of those increases, the electrical industry has experienced growth in its net worth. But that increase hasn’t been at the same rate as some other industries.
Greening the built environment with renewable energy
01 April, 2010
With residential and commercial buildings responsible for 23% of Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions, buildings have a significant role to play in reducing our carbon footprint. Building green provides the greatest, most cost-effective opportunity to tackle climate change. What’s more, this action, and its positive impact, can be taken quickly.
The link between IT and sustainability
31 March, 2010
IT can play a key role in sustainable practices across the business, but CIOs haven’t taken advantage of it yet, says industry analyst.
Eaton appoints ANZ power distribution sales director
31 March, 2010
Eaton Corporation has recently appointed a new sales director for its Australia and New Zealand Power Distribution business unit.
BICSI adopts updated strategic plan
30 March, 2010
Global IT infrastructure industry association BICSI has re-positioned itself to keep up with industry trends.
O’Donnell Griffin apprentice program success
23 March, 2010
O’Donnell Griffin has won five state and national Apprentice of the Year awards in the past year.
NECA calls on government to extend insulation inspections
18 March, 2010
With more house fires occurring, linked to the insulation installation program, NECA has reiterated its call for the government to stipulate licensed electricians pre-inspect roof areas to ascertain the existing electrics are safe.
Celemetrix CCTT training course
15 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Celemetrix Australia Pty Ltd
The Celemetrix CCTT training course is designed for cabling professionals who want to improve their installation speed, identify cabling fault conditions and eliminate rework.
Telcos rate Emerson Network Power as most reliable
10 March, 2010
Emerson Network Power has been recognised by Asia-Pacific telecom operators as the most reliable infrastructure solutions provider, according to analyst firm IDC.
Philips appoints first Chief Lighting Design Officer
03 March, 2010
Philips has appointed its first Chief Design Officer for its lighting division.
HomeGrid Forum and G.hn standard gain momentum
03 March, 2010
Service providers and PC and consumer electronics manufacturers accelerate their interest and support for the next generation of wired home networking standards.