Contributors
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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 ... -
Confidence is no trick
Given their superior knowledge and consumer trust, electrical contractors can play a pivotal role in the ever-changing world of renewable energy. Wes (I’m just an electrician) ... -
LDV Ute coming soon
After handing over the reins of Great Wall Motors to the new factory-backed distributor, independent importer Ateco Automotive is working with LDV to boost its Chinese-built ... -
Great Wall Motors comeback
The impasse over distribution of Great Wall Motors vehicles in Australia, including the Chinese budget brand’s trade-oriented light commercial vehicles, has ended, with a new factory-backed ... -
G.Fast: Getting copper up to speed
Technological development allows very fast data over conventional telephone cable. George Georgevits explains. Twisted-pair copper telephone cabling has been around for well over 100 years. It ... -
Pardon the interruption
Technical aspects of the uninterruptible power supply will be of interest to electrical contractors. Phil Kreveld provides an overview. This article deals with the static uninterruptible ... -
Skin in the game
Think about solar installations the same way you think about sunscreen, writes Gary Busbridge. Simply buy quality products. It’s that time of year – out comes ... -
DAVID HERRES: Give ’em a break
The circuit breaker has saved a lot of lives. David Herres outlines the role and characteristics of a simple but effective device. Circuit breakers play a ...
