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Launch of Standards Australia Training to support safer, smarter workplaces
In a move set to benefit tradespeople across the plumbing, electrical and building industries, Standards Australia has unveiled a new training platform designed to make Australian ... -
Solar for apartments: A new opportunity for installers
Previously, installing solar panels on apartment complexes was too tall a task. Phil Kreveld explores how some changes are creating an opportunity in this area for ... -
Powering electric vehicles in Australian strata living
Australian homes are getting smaller and the EV world needs to find a way to provide adequate charging solutions for smaller spaces. Michael Shaugnessy writes. For ... -
Cable waste no more: Turning leftovers into a win for the industry
Cablers across the country are often left with a familiar problem: What do you do with the last few metres on a cable reel? Sandy Mennie ... -
How reinvented temporary solar lighting is solving the biggest challenges for electricians
Lighting is essential for all construction projects. Jamie Janides explains the benefits of temporary solar lighting for worksites and beyond. Electricians and electrical contractors face constant ... -
The electrician’s edge: Mastering digital TV signal quality
Electricians and cablers are in a position to provide an excellent TV signal to home owners. Cosmos Vlahopoulos explains the history of installations and what’s needed ... -
Smart home design in cyclone-prone areas
In cyclone-prone regions of Australia, smart home design must prioritise resilience, autonomy and reliability. Paul Skelton explains how integrators who understand the challenges can help build ... -
2027 Wiring Rules revision: Will it be the best or the best for now?
Completing the latest update of the Wiring Rules by 2027 might prove a challenge. Peter Vandenhuevel asks if it’s a fair timeline or if the industry ... -
Earthing, energy systems and EVs driving the Wiring Rules
The electrical industry is on the verge of getting an update to the Wiring Rules. Lucy Finlay explains what the relevant committees are focusing on and ... -
Breaking down barriers: Standards Australia’s push for open access
Following a pivotal meeting at Parliament House in Canberra, Standards Australia has taken decisive steps to address one of the most pressing challenges facing the construction ...
