Ensuring safe fire containment when cabling
27 August, 2020 by Paul Stathis, Chief Executive Officer, BICSI South Pacific | Supplied by: BICSI South PacificFire issues become paramount to cablers if they route cabling through building elements that are deemed as fire containment barriers.
Electrician killed while working on house
25 August, 2020A self-employed electrician is believed to have been electrocuted while working on a house last week.
Long-range wireless power transmission developed in NZ
19 August, 2020NZ start-up Emrod has developed a long-range wireless powerless transmission that acts as an alternative to existing copper line technology.
ESO looks to boost electrical safety awareness
19 August, 2020A series of electrical safety awareness sessions have been scheduled around regional Queensland, ahead of Electrical Safety Week (7–11 September).
Smart meter data provides energy consumption insights
18 August, 2020 | Supplied by: JemenaJemena and Deloitte have collaborated to create a cloud-based application that will help power consumers make better energy decisions.
Hammond Electronics EJSS IP66 stainless steel industrial enclosures
14 August, 2020 | Supplied by: Hammond Electronics Pty LtdThe EJSS family of enclosures from Hammond Electronics is available in 304 or 316 grade stainless steel, supplied in a natural smooth brushed finish.
More support for power consumers during pandemic
12 August, 2020The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has released its final decision on improved customer support during COVID-19.
Maximising efficiency for the future power grid
05 August, 2020With the rapid uptake of renewables and alternative means of power, there has been a push to design a more effective power grid.
New electricity roadmap released
05 August, 2020The 2020 Integrated System Plan has been developed amidst changes to how electricity is generated and used.
Smart tech minimises power outages in homes
05 August, 2020Smart technology that allows utility companies to better serve dwellings and communities affected by power outages has been designed by researchers.
Safety blitz on unlicensed electrical work
23 July, 2020A big crackdown on unlicensed electrical work is currently being undertaken by the Queensland Government.
Wiring error sees WA electrician fined $27K
22 July, 2020A North Perth electrician has been fined $27,000 for a potentially lethal wiring error at a building site in Rockingham.
CBI Electric SE4 3 Phase 3 pole RCBO
22 July, 2020 | Supplied by: CBI Electric Australia Pty LtdThe CBI Electric SE4 3 Phase 3 pole RCBO has recently been released.
Accommodating renewable energy on the grid
21 July, 2020 by Francesco Ierullo, Head of Sales for South and West Europe and IMEA, Exel Composites | Supplied by: Exel CompositesIn order to use renewable energy to its fullest potential, electrical infrastructure needs to be upgraded to support the increase in supply.
Guiding the electricity market through COVID-19
15 July, 2020The latest measures designed to guide the national electricity market through the COVID-19 pandemic have been announced.