Device to mitigate blackouts, prevent equipment damage
24 April, 2013Engineering researchers at the University of Arkansas have developed a device that regulates or limits the amount of excess current that moves through the power grid when a surge occurs.
Data centre location affected by forces other than power availability and cost
23 April, 2013Four out of five fastest growing territories in terms of data centre power requirements are the ‘BRIC’ economies (Brazil, Russia, India, China), reveals a recent report by DCD Intelligence.
Fluke 435 3-Phase power quality analyser
19 April, 2013 | Supplied by: TechRentalsTechRentals has the Fluke 435 3-Phase power quality and energy analyser available for rent.
Warren & Brown Telegartner 19″ rackmount CAT6A cross connect panel
19 April, 2013 | Supplied by: Warren & Brown TechnologiesThe Warren & Brown Telegartner 19″ rackmount CAT6A cross connect panel is designed to transmit 10 gigabit ethernet as well as power over ethernet+ (PoE+).
Rapid Contractor Management system
18 April, 2013 | Supplied by: Rapid GlobalRapid Contractor Management is a web-based system for the management of contractor compliance and documentation.
SATEC PM180 power analyser
15 April, 2013 | Supplied by: SATEC (Australia) Pty LtdThe eXpertmeter PM180 intelligent electronic device (IED) in a 3U standard form factor design combines multifunction energy metering, power quality measurements, fault recording and transient recording along with control and logic functions for substation and industrial automation.
Weidmuller IE-CFK-05 strain relief device
10 April, 2013 | Supplied by: Weidmuller Pty LtdDesigned for use with ethernet cables, the IE-CFK-05 strain relief device reduces cable fatigue and helps improve the longevity of the connection point at the switch.
ABB launches low-voltage breaker for energy management communications
10 April, 2013 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB, the global power and automation technology group, has launched Emax 2, a low-voltage circuit breaker with integrated energy management functions. Replacing existing traditional breakers with the Emax 2 breaker has the potential to achieve annual savings of 5.8 million megawatt hours (MWh), according to the company.
ABB PASS switchgear substation modules
04 April, 2013 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has announced enhancements to the PASS (Plug and Switch System) range of high-voltage hybrid switchgear modules for substations. The modules are designed to improve safety for operators and electrical maintenance workers by ensuring that high-voltage (HV) equipment in substations can be isolated, earthed and locked out safely and securely.
Brady BMP51 Label Maker
28 March, 2013 | Supplied by: http://www.bradyid.com.au/bmp51Brady’s BMP51 Label Maker is a printer that helps users get the job done - and gets it done faster, easier and with confidence. This label maker has a large display and easy-to-use interface, so users can create, edit and print labels in seconds without being connected to a PC. Even changing materials is a snap; just drop in the cartridge and the printer will calibrate the rest.
SATEC EM133 sub-meter
28 March, 2013 | Supplied by: SATEC (Australia) Pty LtdSATEC’s EM133 Time of Use (TOU) Energy compact design provides the opportunity for sub-metering for new buildings or retrofitting for existing buildings/facilities. The SATEC EM133 provides Class 0.5s revenue accuracy, complete with data logging for data profiling including event logs. Log profiles on board the EM133 provide for date/time stamping provided by the internal real-time clock (RTC).
Safety in the trenches
18 March, 2013 | Supplied by: CAPS Pty LtdAny type of construction site is a dangerous place. Constantly moving heavy machinery and high-pressure equipment, along with toxic and hazardous chemicals, are an everyday part of the industry. With an increasing focus on having a safe and healthy workplace for workers and contractors, considering all of the options available can both save money and minimise the risk of injuries and fatalities on work sites.
Delivering power to the world’s highest airport
18 March, 2013 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdPower and automation technology group ABB has delivered six Resibloc dry-type transformers rated at 5860 kilovolt amperes (kVA) to facilitate the distribution of power to the Daocheng-Yading airport in the Sichuan Province of China. When the airport opens later this year, travellers will land and depart at an elevation of 4411 metres - 77 metres higher than the current record held by the Bamda airport in Tibet.
Clipsal by Schneider Electric electrical product selector
14 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Clipsal - by Schneider ElectricThe Clipsal by Schneider Electric Partner Business has launched an iPad app to help new home builders and renovators choose electrical products. The new Clipsal iSelect allows the user to take a photo of any room with an iPad, then pick and place Clipsal electrical accessory products in situ.
TechTable technician table
11 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Tech Innovations Australia Pty LtdThe TechTable from Tech Innovations Australia is a technician table designed specifically for the telecommunications industry. Designed by technicians for technicians, the TechTable provides a holistic work space solution and addresses all the tasks installers perform each day.
