Author: Casey McGuire
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Proven UK technology offers grid insights as Australia’s electrification accelerates
As Australia prepares for surging rooftop solar exports, growing home battery use and EV adoption, a UK-developed technology is providing a roadmap for managing low-voltage networks ... -
EVC criticises pause on NCC updates
The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) has criticised the federal and state governments’ decision to delay introducing EV charging provisions for new homes under the National Construction ... -
Relectrify launches world-first AC1 battery energy storage system with $25 million ARENA support
Relectrify has unveiled its AC1 Battery Energy Storage System (AC1 BESS), designed to make large-scale battery systems more efficient, durable and affordable. Supported by a $25 ... -
Electrical apprentices exposed to shocks as taxpayer-funded mentors fail to deliver
Taxpayer-funded apprentice mentors are failing to protect trainee electricians, leaving them vulnerable to electric shocks and delayed training, according to research from the Electrical Trades Union ... -
Skilled trades shortages worsen as home building rebounds
The availability of skilled tradespeople has deteriorated across Australia as home building activity strengthens, according to the latest HIA Trades Report. HIA senior economist Tom Devitt ... -
WA regulator issues guidance on BESS installation compliance
Western Australia’s Building and Energy division has released guidance for electrical contractors on installing battery energy storage systems (BESS), clarifying compliance obligations when working with existing ... -
Fluke launches GFL-1500 Solar Ground Fault Locator for faster, safer PV troubleshooting
Fluke has introduced the GFL-1500 Solar Ground Fault Locator, a tool designed to help technicians quickly pinpoint active ground faults in solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. By ... -
Australian-made EV fire system earns global validation
An Australian-developed fire suppression system designed for electric vehicle (EV) parking bays has received independent international validation, marking a major step forward in EV safety. The ... -
CyberPower launches compact rackmount sinewave UPS series
CyberPower has expanded its portfolio with the launch of the Power Factor Correction (PFC) Sinewave Rackmount UPS series, available in 1U and 2U short-depth designs. The ... -
520Hz square wave alarm now available in Australia through Watch Smoke Alarms
Watch Smoke Alarms is now distributing a 520Hz square wave alarm, developed based on research by Victoria University and long used in commercial buildings, which differs ...
