- Posted
- Aug 18, 2008
RFI testing of fluorescent lighting
Energy-efficient fluorescent lamps produce high levels of radiofrequency interference (RFI) that can interfere with the operation of sensitive control and IT apparatus, as well as potentially interfering with communication systems. Read more »
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2008
Standards Australia issues caution on earthing practices
Standards Australia has issued a notice to alert tradespersons of a safety hazard involving the previous practice of using continuous, metallic water reticulation systems as an earthing medium rather than using the currently required method of earthing using an earth electrode. Read more »
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2008
Sustainable energy systems degree offered at Griffith University
Griffith University has launched the new Sustainable Energy Systems discipline, to help bridge Australia's knowledge gap for developing next-generation green power solutions. Read more »
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- Jul 8, 2008
NECA concerned over government’s OHS review
NECA, through its NSW chapter, is to make formal written submissions to the review panel established by the Australian government to examine how to harmonise Australia’s OHS laws. Read more »
- Posted
- Jun 6, 2008
- By
- David Kennedy*
Australia’s FTTN project: something's got to give
The government has launched a tender process to invest $4.5 billion of public funds for an FTTN network to reach 98% of the population. But will that funding be enough? Read more »
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- Jun 4, 2008
Greening energy demand is the path forward
Investment in improved energy productivity for commercial and residential buildings could cut demand in the property sector by the equivalent of 14 million barrels of oil per day by 2020, a report presented to the United Nations says. Read more »
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- May 19, 2008
Let’s be accurate about tester accuracy
There’s no doubt that test equipment needs to be accurate, as inaccurate test results can lead to potentially dangerous electrical systems being certified as safe. The way that instrument accuracy is specified, however, is not always as straightforward as it might seem. Read more »
- Posted
- May 12, 2008
- By
- Paul Stathis
Addressing the ‘green’ challenge in data centres
Australian companies baulking at the cost of long-term solutions to build ‘green’ data centres should instead be looking for quick wins that would get them ahead of the curve in the short term. Read more »
- Posted
- Apr 21, 2008
Mercury in compact fluorescent lamps
The small amount of mercury sealed in a CFL does not pose a hazard to users. However, mercury is a toxic metal and every product containing mercury should be handled with care. Read more »
- Posted
- Apr 21, 2008
- By
- Paul Stathis
Employment predicted to be on a downward trend
A fall-out in general employment is inevitable in view of the impact on high-end employment from the Reserve Bank’s continuing rate rises and other global issues. Read more »
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- Mar 26, 2008
- By
- Warwick Maver*
High quality AV over IP networks and cabling infrastructure
Ask anyone interested in high quality video and audio in Australia and they will tell you that distribution over an IP network and its cabling infrastructure has long been a 'holy grail' Read more »
- Posted
- Mar 26, 2008
- By
- George Loseby*
Wire mesh versus conventional tray systems
Twenty years ago, only 10% of cables in commercial buildings were data cables; but now, that figure is closer to 60%, with electrical and cabling contractors also laying control and sensing cables in industrial buildings Read more »
- Posted
- Feb 27, 2008
- By
- Paul Stathis, Editor
Concerns over electrical and electronic waste
Living in a world where technology constantly changes, society has become accustomed to replacing electrical and electronic equipment faster than ever Read more »
- Posted
- Feb 27, 2008
Surviving 'corporate adolescence' - transitioning from an SME to a larger business
A 2007 study by credit checking firm Veda Advantage has debunked the myth that the majority of companies close in their first year Read more »
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- Feb 20, 2008
Lighting modernises 'traditional' Langwarrin Hotel
The Langwarrin Hotel, in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs, has long been a favourite eating and watering hole for locals and not-so-locals Read more »
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- Feb 8, 2008
Shellharbour City Council lighting upgrade
Shellharbour City Council, just south of Wollongong in NSW, is providing an excellent example to local businesses and councils around the country on how to reduce their environmental footprint simply by switching to energy-efficient lighting Read more »
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- Feb 5, 2008
High-impact freeway lighting
Lighting for freeways is an essential part of roadway infrastructures, but is often taken for granted. But compare driving at night on an unlit country highway to a well-lit freeway and the value of street lighting becomes very apparent Read more »
- Posted
- Jan 31, 2008
Electrical cable for a cantilever bridge
Olex cable was installed as part of an upgrade to ensure the continuing operation of the four-lane Spit Bridge at Seaforth, NSW. Read more »
- Posted
- Jan 29, 2008
Australian building industry calls for climate change action
The building sector can and should play a role in achieving the deep greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions that science tells us are necessary to combat the threat of global warming Read more »
- Posted
- Jan 29, 2008
- By
- Theo van Deursen, CEO Philips Lighting
Tackling the challenge of energy conservation
Thirty years ago, few people knew anything about the dangers of carbon emissions. Today, the need to mitigate global warming by controlling man-made carbon emissions is probably the single most important issue we face as a global community Read more »
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