Author: Jacob Harris
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Wattage vs Lumens – determining the efficiency and brightness of lights
Often when choosing a suitable lamp, the choice can seem quite easy: one ‘simply’ has to select the most suitable power (Wattage) for the intended ... -
Electric car device to drive profits
A James Cook University researcher is working on a new device that will let electric car owners sell extra current from their vehicle’s battery to the ... -
Schneider Electric releases upgraded StruxureWare SCADA Expert ClearSCADA software
Schneider Electric has announced the release of StruxureWare SCADA Expert ClearSCADA, an open software platform enabling efficient management and optimisation of remote assets. ‘We continue to ... -
Senate approval to provide relief for electrical contractors
Senate approval of the Federal Government’s Growing Jobs and Small Business Package will provide relief for electrical contractors, says the chief executive officer of the National ... -
FLIR’s new flexible coil clamp meters enable easier inspection and navigation
FLIR Systems has announced the new CM55/57 Flexible Clamp Meters and the TA72/74 Universal Flex Current Probe Accessories designed for electrical applications. Made with narrow, flexible ... -
Infinity cable recall: act now before it’s too late!
The ACCC is launching a campaign this week to make consumers more aware of the dangers of Infinity Cables. So you may receive calls from your ... -
Consumer safety at risk – ACCC to adopt international standards that are less robust than Australian Standards
The ACCC is considering removing Australian Standards that guarantee a high level of safety for consumers and adopting international standards that are less robust. This move ... -
Bosch Blue launches world first wireless charger
The power tool industry is always evolving, with new technologies constantly being introduced that are shifting the way tradies work. Bosch Blue has changed the way tradies ... -
Stability of payments for contractors must be an absolute
With recent news of yet another construction firm going into liquidation owing millions to contractors and sub-contractors, concerns continue to be raised about the stability of ... -
Apprentice numbers a cause for concern and action
The release of the December 2014 quarter apprenticeship and trainee data from the National Centre for Vocational Education Research, highlighted that apprenticeship commencements were down 21.9% on ...
