Technology
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Free simulation and cost-effective control of robots from igus
To program robots with ease, igus has developed control software for its low-cost automation solutions. Dubbed the igus robot control, it’s available online free of charge ... -
Cost-effective and lubrication-free mounting of solar panels
Treotham has released a dirt-repellent and lubrication-free igus spherical plain bearings that help solar plants operate under extreme conditions. It’s designed to impress with a long ... -
DOT downlights endeavor to better the best with new LED engineering
With its state-of-the-art LED technology, DOT Downlights, a part of the Pierlite portfolio, has launched a new league of lighting with the KIMBAL engineered range. With ... -
The possibilities of hydrogen fuel cells
One of the most promising uses of hydrogen fuel cells is in the automotive industry. A number of major industry players, including BMW and Toyota, have ... -
ABB i-bus KNX Combi switch actuators offer flexibility with compact design
ABB has released the i-bus Combi switch actuators, giving users switching and shading functionality in a device that is half the size. As the smart home ... -
EV to grid trial to go ahead in ACT
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $2.4 million in funding to ActewAGL to demonstrate vehicle-to-grid (V2G) services in Canberra. As batteries on wheels, V2G ... -
NEC and RTI Connectivity complete Japan-Guam-Australia Submarine Cable System
RTI Connectivity (RTI) and NEC Corporation (NEC) has announced the successful completion of the Japan-Guam-Australia North Cable System (JGA North). It’s approximately 2,700km in length and ... -
Schneider Electric joins forces with Western Power on energy flexibility approach
Schneider Electric has joined forces with Western Power in a pilot project to enable WA businesses through energy retailers to manage their distributed energy resources (DER) ... -
LCA appears before Senate Economics Legislation Committee
The Lighting Council Australia (LCA) alongside a number of members appeared before the Senate Economics Legislation Committee to continue a six-month lobbying effort, urging the senate ... -
Sydney flicks the switch to 100% green power
The City of Sydney is now powered using 100% renewable electricity, generated from wind and solar farms in regional NSW. Valued at over $60 million, it ...