Technology
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CSIRO open new, state-of-the-art air conditioner test facility in Newcastle
CSIRO engineers have designed and commissioned a new, state-of-the-art national test facility to evaluate the electrical, cooling and heating performance of conventional and solar-powered Heating, Ventilation ... -
How to achieve the full benefit of LED lighting
LEDs are undoubtedly the future of lighting, says Philips Lighting’s Phil Compson. But there are things that you need to know to achieve the full benefits ... -
Trade-specific gloves from Ansell highlight importance of PPE
There is a culture among the various tradies on worksites that wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) isn’t necessary. -
Visible light communications
Visible light communications could see electricians enter the data market with the flick of a switch -
Scottish whiskey-producing region, Speyside, installs biomass combined heat and power plant
The Speyside region of Scotland is home to many leading Scotch whisky brands. It features the highest number of distilleries of all the Scottish whisky producing ... -
Cashing in on sustainable building practices
The recently announced carbon tax, spiralling energy consumption and recent hikes in electricity charges, are three good reasons for building owners and tenants to cut their ... -
Clipsal’s 30 Series mechanism
Introduced back in 1971, Clipsal’s 30 Series mechanism has survived and flourished over the years. Now there’s a new addition to the series that’s providing even ... -
HPM Legrand’s Excel range upgraded for the 21st century
Almost 30 years since its introduction to the Australian marketplace, HPM Legrand’s Excel Life range has been significantly upgraded to meet the demands of the 21st ... -
Arc fault circuit interrupters
Electrical safety is on the increase once again, writes Gary Busbridge. This time we’re targeting arcing faults. -
The science of wind turbines
Love them or hate them, wind turbines play a part in meeting our rising demand for electricity. Phil Kreveld explains some technicalities associated with the giant ...