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Ground penetrating radar

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:44:16 +0000

TechRentals has introduced the Seba KMT Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) into their extensive test and measurement rental fleet.

NSW government announces gross solar energy feed-in tariffs

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:42:25 +0000

Intervention by Premier Nathan Rees in the NSW Solar Bonus Scheme will now deliver more substantial incentives for the deployment of solar panels.

Industry welcomes NSW government decision on gross feed-in tariffs

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:32:07 +0000

The NSW government’s decision to introduce gross feed-in tariffs for grid-connected solar energy systems, long been advocated by the electrical industry, has been welcomed by members of the electrical industry.

Measuring energy consumption to improve energy efficiency

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:20:09 +0000

Homewares retailer IKEA decided to ‘fraction-monitor’ power consumption in all of its stores globally to reduce its carbon footprint and future-proof its Australian stores from the impending Emission Trading Scheme requirements. To do this, IKEA selected Schneider Electric Compact NSX circuit breakers to replace the existing breakers in every store across Australia, starting with the IKEA Richmond store in Victoria.

NECA concurs with government position on skills shortages in recovering economy

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:17:57 +0000

Following the release of the federal government's 'Keep Australia Working' report, NECA has voiced its support for the government's views and objectives.

The contractor ‘killing fields’ - life, death and liability for a contractor - Part 2

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:59:21 +0000

The implications of the Fair Work Act on contractor relationships.

Industrial thermography

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 03:20:11 +0000

The testo 875 and 881 thermal imagers enable materials such as defective components in switch cabinets to be tested damage free, thereby identifying problems before malfunctions or fires occur.

Upgrade of bank’s mission-critical IT cabling infrastructure

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 03:20:08 +0000

A large Swiss merchant bank and global wealth-management company relocated its Australian head office into Chifley Tower in the Sydney CBD as part of an expansion program of its Australian financial and investment services and to meet the growing demand for their expertise in the region. Incorporated in the move was a significant upgrade to its IT infrastructure.

Smart grid initiative officially launched by government

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:03:35 +0000

The Rudd government officially invited industry bids to transform Australia's energy grid through the Smart Grid, Smart City initiative on 29 October.

Power quality analyser

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:47:38 +0000

The GridSense CHK PM45 Power Quality Analyser is said to offer comprehensive and reliable monitoring of up to CAT IV 600 V circuits and is available for rent from TechRentals.

Hole saw

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:20:12 +0000

The Quickfit Arbor range is intended for use in heavy-duty hole saw cutting and is designed to assist in the quick location and fitment for the complete Sutton Tools range of hole saw products.

Industrial wireless bridge

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:20:14 +0000

The AWK-5222 is a rugged, IEEE 802.11 a/b/g-compliant, 3-in-1 industrial wireless AP/bridge/client that is claimed to be immune to disconnections caused by radio interference, making it suitable for deployment in critical industrial wireless applications.

Threadless metal junction boxes

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:20:13 +0000

The Presslock threadless metal junction boxes are designed for use with standard galvanised metal conduit, without having to thread the conduit.

Ethernet test set

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:00:13 +0000

The LinkRunner Duo CE pocket carrier ethernet test set offers an alternative to ‘plug & pray’ deployment of carrier ethernet services, with a simple ‘go/no-go’ test set that permits fast testing of both fibre and copper links.

Optical fibre light source and power meter

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:00:14 +0000

The Kingfisher KI7827 light source and KI7600 power meter optical fibre test set have been introduced into the TechRentals rental fleet.

Pocket fibre testers

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:00:15 +0000

The Kingfisher pocket fibre testers are inexpensive and versatile optical fibre test gear, comprising light sources and power meters.

Digital lighting controller

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 03:20:11 +0000

The DALI Control BM2600 is a digital lighting controller that utilises DALI - the common language between lighting and control devices to control lighting systems that include electronic ballasts, transformers, LED lights, emergency lights, exit signs, motion sensors, wall switch and touch-screen controls at both system and individual component levels, as well as monitoring their status.

Push-button light dimmers

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 03:20:15 +0000

The HPM Legrand Push Button dimmer range includes a secondary (slave) mechanism that enables multi-way switching. No accompanying switches are required, so standard switches can be upgraded by simply exchanging one mechanism. This enables up to six dimmers to be installed on a standard six-gang plate.

Lighting management software

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 03:20:14 +0000

MapView lighting control software provides scalable, facility-wide lighting control, programming and energy management.

High-output white LED

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 03:20:12 +0000

The ultra-white colour (5700 to 6500 K) Oslon SSL LED from Osram Opto Semiconductors measures 3 x 3 mm but has a typical luminous efficacy of 100 lm/W, providing the basis for high application efficiency at high currents in applications such as spotlights and ceiling floodlights.