Author: Staff Writer
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How the toolbelt generation might save the trades
A serious skills shortage is plaguing Australia’s construction industry. Micro-builders feel the pinch most as they struggle to fill positions. Baby Boomers who once ran the ... -
Discover DALI 209 in Broadcast Mode
When you want tuneable-white or colour control but don’t need addressable DALI control, DALI broadcast delivers functionality. Peter Dujmovich explains how it works. How many old-school ... -
Improving fall safety in 2025: Case studies for innovation
While falls from a height can happen in seconds, the consequences can last a lifetime. Falling several meters can easily lead to lifelong injuries or death. ... -
Five must-know tax tips for tradies
The end of the financial year is fast approaching and for small trade and construction businesses including family-run operations, tax time can be a stressful period ... -
Customer cabling quality and networking integrity: Who cares?
To answer the question in the title, we do! Kevin Fothergill writes about the training and regulations fighting against industry cowboys. We do! Apart from ... -
Building a safer tomorrow by reducing construction fatalities in 2025
Construction is an essential but dangerous industry. Fatal accidents are all too common, so building firms must take all necessary measures to ensure safer workflows. While ... -
The future of data centres in the age of AI
Alongside the ongoing expansion of cloud computing, acceleration of data generation and now the exponential increase in artificial intelligence (AI) adoption this past year is growing ... -
Why the trades are feeling the pinch — Unpacking the skilled labour shortage
Australia’s trade industries are at the heart of its economy, shaping the foundations of communities and powering progress across the nation. Yet, these industries are under ... -
Hectares of empty factory and warehouse rooftops are the solution to renewables expansion
A major barrier to renewable energy expansion in Australia is the strong opposition from rural communities who fear the takeover of arable land by solar farms, ... -
A comprehensive guide to accessing roofs and installing solar
Australians are increasingly installing solar panels and there’s a huge push to get more installers on roofs. K2’s Ian Ross looks at everything needed to safety ...
