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What’s the difference between P and N-type solar panels?
The modern solar panel industry is focused on N-type solar panels over P-doped panels but little is really known about the two types that grace Australian ... -
Tradies aren’t protecting against skin cancer despite higher UV exposure
New data reveals that Australia’s tradies aren’t acting to protect themselves from the sun despite skin cancer-causing UV ration being up to ten times the rate ... -
The dangers of arc flashes
As with each edition of Electrical Connection, Dale West tells an anecdotal story about the risks of working with high voltage, stressing the importance of safety. ... -
A legal conundrum
Does a contractor have the right to stop work, potentially causing costly project delays, if the supplied fittings are found to be non-compliant? On the face ... -
Sensor-driven solar lights and complying with AS/NZS 1158
Solar lighting has become recognised as a reliable solution across the country. John Warren writes about what electricians need to know on the standards side of ... -
Variations, a necessary frustration
Variations to contracts have caused more angst, disputes and misunderstandings than any other aspect of the contracting industry. Brain Seymour explains why you must be flexible. ... -
Peter Vandenheuvel celebrated in Standards Australia’s Centenary Heroes campaign
Our birthday Standards Heroes have been nominated by their peers to represent all our contributors – individuals we consider to be the real heroes of standards, ... -
Can a fixed-price contract become not fixed?
Given the current economic times and the well-documented shortage of building materials, the industry is asking whether price and labour increases can be ‘passed on’ to ... -
Key steps for successful solar lighting project
Need to deliver a successful outdoor solar lighting project? Orca Solar Lighting’s John Warren runs through seven steps to get the job done. When planned, selected ... -
What will microgrids mean for Aussie electricians?
Microgrids have grown considerably since they were ushered in nearly a century ago. Phil Kreveld looks at where they stand and what it’ll do for the ...
