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This change won’t shock
Greater RCD protection is not the only change coming to the Wiring Rules, but it has been contentious for many years. Gary Busbridge explains. By now ... -
Are apprentices in unsafe hands?
In May of this year an apprentice electrician was taken to hospital after falling 5m at the Barangaroo construction site in Sydney. According to the Electrical ... -
Don’t rush in
The tripping of high-efficiency motors on start-up needs a bit more than a simple solution. Phil Kreveld explains. High-efficiency motors are one contribution to saving the ... -
Estimating: The professional way
A qualified, experienced estimator can help an electrical contractor to stay in business and make a profit. You can quote Brian Seymour on that. Registered electrical ... -
Lighting: The road forward
Public lighting has always been a practical matter, but now it has the potential to define and redefine urban spaces. Steve Arthur reports. In recent ... -
Power quality analysis: Installation harmony
Power quality analysis should be conducted for any planned installation. Phil Kreveld explains why. The notion of power quality may be familiar to many in the ... -
Standards to prevent fire
Regulatory changes are about clearing ‘dead wood’ products from our installations and adopting measures to prevent fires. Gary Busbridge reports. Over the past few years ... -
Short-cuts lead to short circuits
It’s an electrician’s job to do more than install a product or provide a service –part of the role is to ensure the electrical safety of ... -
Beware of the variables in estimating
Accounting for not-so-obvious costs makes the difference between disaster and profit. Brian Seymour explains. The cornerstone of any project is a sound estimate, no matter how ... -
Lighting the way to business efficiency
As homes around the nation upgrade to energy efficient lighting solutions, contractors should be sure not to forget their commercial counterparts. Steve Arthur explains. The ease ...
