ACCC clears way for NBN Co to buy TransACT's FTTP network
19 November, 2013The ACCC has cleared the way for the NBN Co takeover of TransACT's fibre to the premises network.
Pink batts Royal Commission welcomed by industry
14 November, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaMaster Electricians Australia has welcomed the launch of the $25 million royal commission into the controversial pink batts program.
New business development manager for CAPS Australia
14 November, 2013 | Supplied by: CAPS Pty LtdCAPS Australia has appointed a new business development manager - power generation for Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania: Steve Turton.
AJ Baker acquires Hill Equipment
14 November, 2013 | Supplied by: Hill Equipment & RefrigerationAJ Baker & Sons has acquired South Australian refrigeration and catering equipment provider Hill Equipment & Refrigeration for an undisclosed sum. All of Hill Equipment's 73 Adelaide staff will be retained.
ARENA cuts an "own goal for direct action" on climate change
13 November, 2013Government plans to cut funding by 14.5% to ARENA - a total of $435 million - are an “own goal for direct action” on climate change, according to Australian Solar Council Chief Executive John Grimes.
PreLoved Buildings Conference kicks off
12 November, 2013 | Supplied by: AIRAHAIRAH's PreLoved Buildings Conference explores aspects of retrofitting Australia's existing building stock. The program of speakers covers everything from reviews to case studies, indoor environment quality (IEQ) to the preservation of history.
enLighten launches new web portal for contractors
11 November, 2013 | Supplied by: enLighten Australia Pty LtdenLighten Australia has launched the Chamaeleon LED light contractor web portal to help electrical and fire contractors grow their revenues.
SolarMax creates new COO and CTO roles
11 November, 2013SolarMax has expanded its board of management, announcing Andreas Mader as its new chief technical officer (CTO) and Thomas Staubli as its new chief operating officer (COO). These two positions have been newly created.
Voting open for revised CFL standard
11 November, 2013The IEC has issued the revised CFL testing and performance requirements standard IEC 60969 Ed 2, 'Self-ballasted compact fluorescent lamps for general lighting services - Performance requirements' as a Committee Draft for Vote.
Safety warning for portable generators
08 November, 2013Electrical safety authorities have warned that small portable generators imported into Australia may have unsuitable battery charging outlets. Electrical contractors are being urged to ensure their portable generators have the correct outlet and leads.
NBN Co hires Greg Adcock as COO
07 November, 2013NBN Co has hired Greg Adcock to take up the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) with immediate effect. Adcock will be a member of the executive committee and report to the CEO.
Philips Lighting appoints new GM for Australia and New Zealand
07 November, 2013Royal Philips has announced the appointment of Rob Fletcher as general manager of Philips Lighting ANZ, effective immediately.
Electrical contractors worse off
05 November, 2013 by James Tinslay, CEO | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationThe 2013 NECA Market Monitor released in September clearly shows that although industry charge-out rates have gone up by 7% since the 2011 survey - the cost of doing business has risen by around 25% over the past year alone. So the average electrical contractor is considerably worse off today than they were two years ago.
Multicrystalline silicon modules to dominate PV manufacturing
05 November, 2013The production of multicrystalline-silicon (c-Si) solar photovoltaic (PV) modules is set to dominate PV manufacturing during 2014, with p-type multi c-Si technology accounting for 62% of all modules produced, according to the latest NPD Solarbuzz PV Equipment Quarterly report.
ASHRAE signs MoU with IAQA
04 November, 2013ASHRAE and the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) have joined forces to promote better indoor air quality in the built environment.
