Author: Paul Skelton
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Defined Area Early Warning System to help combat natural disasters
A new system from Nexus Technologies could help alleviate the loss of life caused by bush fires. Engineer David Ambry talks to Paul Skelton about a ... -
Does the new GEMS legislation over-step the mark?
New energy efficiency legislation is designed to make suppliers more accountable for their actions, but does it go too far? And how does it affect you, ... -
Playing it safe
New workplace health and safety requirements has come into effect (in most States). -
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 ... -
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 -
Convergent Technologies announced as new Australian distributor for Lutron residential products
Convergent Technologies has been named as the new Australian distributor for Lutron residential products. Lutron produces a range of eco-friendly lighting controls and automated window treatments ... -
New workplace health and safety requirements – what you need to know
New workplace health and safety requirements has come into effect (in most States). Paul Skelton looks at what you need to know in order to comply ... -
Home grown, home made broadband
The company behind the National Broadband Network, NBN Co, has issued a further $90 million in equipment contracts to Australian manufacturers. Paul Skelton reports. -
Hills SVL acquires Herma Technologies
In what is set to offer a significant boost to Hills SVL’s product set, the major Australian/New Zealand distributor, already responsible for Crestron Electronics in this ...