Technology
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Contract disputes costing the economy $7 billion annually
Australia’s $300 billion construction industry is booming, with the latest ABS data revealing building approvals increased by 13.1% since August 2014, the largest annual increase on ... -
SKL electrical cables prohibition
A prohibition notice has been issued to prevent sale and/or installation of some SKL brand thermo-plastic sheath (TPS) electrical cables marked 2013. These cables were imported and ... -
Clipsal’s DALIcontrol 30-mech solutions
The DALIcontrol 30-mechanism range provides an out-of-the-box control solution (DALIcontrol NATIVE) without the need for programming. The range allows electrical contractors to install complex control solutions, ... -
Solar power systems product recall reminder
The Electrical Safety Office has reminded electrical workers and contractors performing work on solar photovoltaic systems of recalled DC isolators that may still be installed. This ... -
Lighting Council Australia launches battery recycling trial
Lighting Council Australia has partnered with the Queensland Government to divert emergency and exit lighting batteries from landfill. The pilot recycling program EXITCYCLE was launched at ... -
VET sector needs vigilance and reform
The CEO of the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA), Suresh Manickam, says media reports in relation to the practices of an Australia-wide training provider further ... -
New cassette air conditioning systems from Fujitsu General
With a wide range of advanced technologies, including new 4D airflow with Fujitsu’s patented corner airflow design, the new cassette offering achieves the best possible coverage ... -
Legrand Excel Life
Excel Life is a complete offering for everyday residential, commercial and medical applications enabling contractors to work fast and effectively. “In the residential and commercial arenas, ... -
Successful careers through electrical apprenticeships
The perceived status of vocational education and trade-based careers must be raised and refocused to ensure that students are fully aware of their future pathways, says CEO of ... -
Tradies raise $77k for mental health
As a result of ongoing work by Laser plumbing and electrical to raise both funds and awareness for Beyondblue and the importance of having good mental health ...
