SATEC BFM II multi-circuit energy metering
01 March, 2017The SATEC BFM II multi-circuit energy metering has been designed with a modular format for 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 54 single-phase circuits and/or a combination of 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 18 three-phase circuits.
Only a complete overhaul will improve energy security
21 February, 2017The Electrical Trades Union (ETU) says operational failings of the energy system in parts of Australia will only be overcome by dismantling the National Electricity Market. National Secretary Allen Hicks said the national market is a complete failure, which has been highlighted by recent extreme weather across many regions.
ABB secures long-distance power transmission link project
01 February, 2017ABB has teamed up with India's national electricity grid operator, Power Grid, in a mega project worth over $640 million for the delivery of a transmission link that will have the capacity to bring reliable electricity to more than 80 million people.
New energy retailer for Queensland
31 January, 2017Victorian energy provider Powershop has officially launched in South East Queensland. It will be retailing in the area around Gympie, south to Surfers Paradise and west to Gatton.
Union blames staff cuts for reconnection delays
18 January, 2017The Electrical Trades Union (ETU) says staff cuts are to blame for recent delays in much-needed repairs to the ACT's electricity network.
Open source software mapping world's energy infrastructure
14 December, 2016A new open source planning tool hopes to create what researchers from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) are calling the 'global energy turnaround'. In order to understand existing infrastructure, the team have developed the OpenGridMap app, which they hope will answer questions such as: How much electricity flows through the grid?; When and where?; Where are the bottlenecks?; and, What happens when wind turbines and solar cells feed in additional energy?
Transitioning tariffs in agriculture
08 December, 2016 by Dr Georgina Davis, Andrew ChamberlinThe Queensland Farmers' Federation is helping farmers to thrive with a dual approach to rising energy costs by providing clarity to member organisations and advice to government in relation to energy pricing, and by assisting with practical on-farm energy productivity programs.
ABB active harmonic filters
24 November, 2016ABB has introduced a range of active harmonic filters that can mitigate harmonics whilst also improving power factor and load balancing.
Primary protection
22 November, 2016Eletrobras, a major Brazilian electric utilities company, is completing major projects throughout Brazil using NOJA Power's Automatic Circuit Reclosers (ACRs).
Phoenix Contact TRIO2G AC-UPS DIN rail mount solution
09 November, 2016Phoenix Contact has released the TRIO2G AC-UPS, a space-saving DIN rail mount solution that delivers uninterruptible AC power to critical loads in automation environments.
Power system security needs new approach
02 November, 2016An overhaul of rules for power system security is required to better reflect the changing generation mix and new technology opportunities, according to the Energy Networks Association (ENA).
CBI Electric hydraulic magnetic circuit breakers
01 November, 2016CBI Electric hydraulic magnetic circuit breakers carry 100% of the rated current independent of the ambient temperature, do not require de-rating due to high temperatures and can always be immediately reset in the event of tripping.
Simplifying power quality data
25 October, 2016 by Evonne Yin, Product Marketing Manager – Offer Manager – Power SolutionsAs organisations begin to steer away from traditional energy sources and towards renewables, monitoring and maintaining power quality will become more crucial than ever.
Voltage collapse the cause of SA blackout
25 October, 2016The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has updated its preliminary findings into the cause of the South Australian power system failure during a recent severe weather event.
Grid integration could save billions
10 October, 2016Unlocking the benefits of new energy technology could lead to a 30% reduction in the network component of electricity bills by 2050 and a fairer, more efficient energy system.
