How IT infrastructure is being affected by the current economic climate
21 September, 2009 by Andrew Drever*
The challenges confronting the IT infrastructure industry, brought on by the current economical climate, require a fresh approach to successfully deal with them.
Young Aussie electrician recognised at international ‘trade Olympics'
15 September, 2009
A young electrician was one of the members of the Australian WorldSkills team that won 10 medals at the 40th International WorldSkills Competition in Canada - the ‘Olympic Games’ of trade skills.
Test equipment rental catalogue
01 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Celemetrix Australia Pty Ltd
The Test & Measurement Short Form Rental Equipment catalogue contains a wide range of test and measurement instruments.
Northern Territory 2009 Construction Association awards
01 September, 2009
A number of NT electrical contractors and apprentices were recognised for their professionalism in the building and construction industry at the recent Territory Construction Association awards.
NECA SA 2009 Excellence and Apprenticeship Awards
01 September, 2009
NECA South Australia recently held its annual Excellence Awards, recognising the achievements of a number of electrical contractors and apprentices.
NECA Tasmania 2009 Excellence Awards
27 August, 2009
NECA Tasmania recently announced the state winners of its 2009 Excellence and Apprentice Awards.
New Standards Australia business model
20 August, 2009
Standards Australia has recently announced a new Business Model to deal with the current economic climate, and in the process has opened up important dialogue with its stakeholders.
NBN works program update
20 August, 2009
Communications Alliance reports that progress is being made on developing the framework of the NBN infrastructure.
Fluke Networks to acquire AirMagnet
19 August, 2009
The combination of Fluke Networks and AirMagnet is expected to create a comprehensive portfolio of test and analysis solutions for wired and wireless networks.
L&H receives award for cancer support
17 August, 2009
The Cancer Council has established a Research Award named after the L&H Group electrical wholesale company in recognition of its long-term support.
Clipsal moves into new facility
14 August, 2009
Clipsal's move to its new Gepps Cross facility in Adelaide marks its progression in the Australian electrical industry.
The Investment Allowance guide in plain English
07 August, 2009 by Mark O’Donoghue*
A lot of contractors are considering taking advantage of the government's Investment Allowance, but finance broker Finlease points out that there are some important factors to consider beforehand, so as to not jeopradise eligability.
German energy-efficiency conference in Melbourne
07 August, 2009
A conference hosted by the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology and Invest in Victoria will showcase the technologies that have been successfully deployed in Germany to reduce energy consumption in buildings.
DB Smart home and energy efficient solutions gaining popularity
06 August, 2009
A systems integrator has identified the growing interest in home automation and smart homes in Queensland.
General Cable acquires Gepco
05 August, 2009
General Cable has acquired Gepco to expand its activity in the professional broadcast and entertainment cabling markets.
