Author: Paul Skelton
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ABB introduces new ultra-efficient and eco friendly dry-type transformers
ABB announced the Australian launch of three new dry-type transformers at Automation and Power World Australia 2012 held on the Gold Coast. -
Demand for electricity continues to decline throughout Australia
The latest pitt&sherry Carbon Emissions Index (CEDEX) indicates the demand for electricity supplied by the National Electricity Market (NEM) generators has continued to decrease steadily. -
Thermal imaging gets heated
An Electrical Code of Practice for Thermal Imaging has been introduced to bring consistency of methods and a better breed of thermographers to the industry, writes ... -
The demand for mature tradies
As the population ages there is greater demand for mature tradies that know what they’re doing. It’s just a matter of knowing how to capitalise on it, ... -
Power quality over long transmission lines
Long transmission lines in Australia make the control of power flow a complex business. Phil Kreveld examines the problems. -
Phoenix Contact Mini Analogue family of 6.2mm isolation amplifiers
The Mini Analogue family of 6.2mm isolation amplifiers from Phoenix Contact has been expanded to include a new passive two-wire transducer and a high-precision constant voltage ... -
ABB ACS800-38 low harmonic drive
ABB the leading power and automation technology group launches the new ACS800-38 low harmonic drive at ABB’s Automation and Power World Australia 2012 event being held ... -
New ultra compact system for measuring circuits in distribution systems
ABB announced at Automation and Power World the release of a new current measuring system which provides new levels of space savings, accuracy and flexibility. -
Power – measuring up, part one
Digital instruments have made power measurement relatively easy, but it pays to know the calculations behind the process. Bob Harper explains. -
Electric vehicles are here to stay
To quote the popular 1982 song Electric Avenue by Eddy Grant, electric vehicles are now “part of today, in every way.” Gary Busbridge explains.