Optimising field service for improved profitability and efficiency
30 January, 2014 by Jared Haube, Field Service Management Summit | Supplied by: IQPCAgainst the backdrop of a rapidly progressive technology market, increasing consumer demands and economic fluctuations, companies are recognising the need to develop strategic measures in field service mobility. Optimising field service processes can help businesses cut costs, achieve operational efficiency, and improve productivity and customer satisfaction.
Regulatory requirements for specialised cabling
30 January, 2014 by John Fleming, General ManagerRegistered cablers who intend carrying out specialised cabling after 1 July 2014 are reminded that the ACMA's rule changes for specialised (such as structured, coaxial and optical fibre) cabling come into force on that date.
Lighting Council Australia presents LED seminar series
29 January, 2014Lighting Council Australia is offering an LED seminar series presented by Professor Georges Zissis on the topic of LED street lighting.
Construction industry needs a "tough cop", MEA says
29 January, 2014 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaThe Australian Building and Construction Commission is the "tough cop" the construction industry needs to fight organised crime, Master Electricians Australia says. MEA has urged the Senate not to obstruct attempts to reinstate the ABCC.
Solar Decathlon team honoured on Australia Day
29 January, 2014The Wollongong Lord Mayor has presented the University of Wollongong (UOW) Solar Decathlon team with the Lord Mayor's Special Award as part of the city's Australia Day Awards.
Thousands of jobs at stake if RET is scrapped
29 January, 2014Axing the Renewable Energy Target (RET) could result in the loss of 2000 jobs, plus thousands more not created, according to analysis commissioned by the REC Agents Association.
BICSI seeking CT-001 representative
29 January, 2014 | Supplied by: BICSI South PacificPeter Meijer, BICSI South Pacific's representative on the CT-001 standards committee, has announced his intention to step down from the role. BICSI is seeking a suitable member to take on the role once Meijer steps down in mid-February.
Bright lights and saliva to save thousands of lives
29 January, 2014The Cooperative Research Centre is working to develop new devices and systems to protect workers and drivers from fatigue, including dynamic lighting systems and sweat and saliva testing for fatigue.
CEC calls for Clean Energy Week 2014 papers
28 January, 2014The Clean Energy Council is calling for papers for Clean Energy Week, its annual conference. Clean Energy Week 2014 will be held in Sydney from 22 to 25 July.
LG Electronics appoints new general manager
28 January, 2014LG Electronics has appointed Milton Kaloudis to the role of General Manager, Air Conditioning & Energy Solutions.
DVTEL and Q Security Systems announce distribution agreement
28 January, 2014DVTEL Inc, a global provider of video surveillance solutions, has signed a distribution agreement with Australian distributor Q Security Systems.
BICSI professional training in 2014
24 January, 2014BICSI South Pacific will be delivering the DC125 Data Centre Design course in 2014, just before its annual conference in Brisbane.
Schneider Electric appoints new VP of industry business
24 January, 2014Schneider Electric has appointed Philippe Rambach as the new vice president (VP) of industry business. Rambach brings with him over 15 years' experience in senior management positions and has professional experience in manufacturing, research and development, program management and business management across a range of industries.
AECOM wins Hong Kong tunnel contracts
21 January, 2014 | Supplied by: AECOM Australia Pty LtdAECOM has been awarded contracts to design and supervise construction of the Tseung Kwan O-Lam Tin Tunnel (TKO-LT) project in Hong Kong. The contracts are worth approximately US$13 million and US$103 million respectively.
China to host LED lighting event
21 January, 2014The annual lighting event LED China 2014 will be held from 23-26 February in Guangzhou. The event will feature over 1200 exhibitors and brands from South Korea, USA, Russia, India, Taiwan and Hong Kong.
