Prysmian wins $137m Greek contract
11 August, 2014Prysmian Group has been awarded a new contract worth approximately AU$137m for the interconnection between the island of Syros (Cyclades) and the mainland power transmission System in Lavrion, Greece.
Prysmian flame-barrier cables
04 August, 2014 | Supplied by: Prysmian Australia PTY LTDPrysmian Power Cables and Systems has released the flame-barrier cables for use with non-barrier type glands.
Frederick Persson explains Prysmian's plans for growth
31 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Prysmian Australia PTY LTDThe Italy-headquartered cable manufacturer Prysmian Group recently hired Frederick Persson* as chief executive officer for Australia & New Zealand. ECD Solutions speaks to the new CEO about the current market conditions and future plans.
TransAlta to build power station in WA
29 July, 2014TransAlta Corporation has announced plans to build, own and operate a 150 MW combined cycle gas power station in South Hedland, Western Australia, to supply power to Horizon Power, a state-owned utility, and to Fortescue Metal's subsidiary The Pilbara Infrastructure.
Momentum builds for network tariff reform
10 July, 2014Electricity customers could be better off in future, if the building momentum for network tariff reform leads to fundamental changes in the way electricity is charged for and used, said John Bradley, chief executive officer of the Energy Networks Association.
Rising energy prices highlight need for action
09 July, 2014A recent suggestion from an independent advisory group arguing for a radical shake-up of energy pricing structures highlights the need for mandatory energy audits and government action to assist consumers to purchase more energy-efficient devices, says NECA CEO Suresh Manickam.
Fibre-optic connectors: the make or break of a network
03 July, 2014 | Supplied by: AFL Telecommunications Pty LtdThe phrase 'fibre-optic technology' conjures visions of information speeding around the world at the speed of light, of high-tech data centres and previously unimagined capabilities in communications. What it does not evoke is visions of connectors. But without being able to connect fibres effectively, a network just wouldn't exist.
Anritsu G0306A video inspection probe
01 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Anritsu Pty LtdScratches, chips and contamination on optical fibre connector end faces reduce transmission quality and increase errors. The G0306A video inspection probe can reduce these issues by verifying the condition and cleanliness of connector end faces during the installation phase.
Maxim Integrated Products Petaluma subsystem reference design
16 June, 2014 | Supplied by: Avnet Electronics MarketingUtilities and infrastructure providers can now simultaneously and accurately measure distributed power grid data with Petaluma, a subsystem reference design from Maxim Integrated Products.
Snap-on automated tool control system toolbox
13 June, 2014 | Supplied by: Snap-On Tools Aust Pty LtdThe Snap-on Level 5 automated tool control system toolbox helps users automatically track individual tools by user without barcodes, scanners, RFIS tags or other add-ons.
Jackson double power outlet with twin USB charging stations
12 June, 2014 | Supplied by: Jackson IndustriesThe Jackson PT9822 provides two standard power outlets plus two USB charging outlets.
Hager golf enclosure
12 June, 2014 | Supplied by: Hager Electro Pty LtdHager's golf enclosures are suitable for all residential and multiresidential installations.
Exelgard smoke alarm safety switch
11 June, 2014 | Supplied by: WormaldThe Exelgard smoke alarm safety switch automatically switches off a home's power circuits when a smoke alarm detects fire, helping to minimise the spread of fire.
DEHNcord type 2 surge arrester
06 June, 2014 | Supplied by: DEHN + SOHNE GmbH + Co KGThe DEHNcord type 2 surge arrester (two-pole, single-pole) can be installed in installation systems such as the terminal compartments of end loads, cable ducts or flush-mounted systems.
Schneider Electric power outage insight solution
05 June, 2014 | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricSchneider Electric's power outage insight (POI) solution protects against electrical downtime.
