Moisture analyser plays a key role in sustainable energy
30 July, 2014 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdA key energy company in Germany has chosen Michell Instruments' Promet IS process moisture analyser to monitor moisture levels in biomethane before it is injected into the grid to ensure that it meets the correct quality standards.
Voltage power optimisation for Kiama Council
29 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Forum GroupKiama Council in NSW has developed a sustainability theme called 'Kiamasphere', which aims to bring together all of its projects across the council that relate to environmental management and sustainability. One of the measures implemented was voltage power optimisation.
Yingli PV panels at Australia Post headquarters
29 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Yingli Green Energy Australia Pty LtdSolar PV manufacturer Yingli Green Energy Australia, known as Yingli Solar, has supplied Australia Post with a 284 kWp solar PV system through provider Photon Energy Australia.
Kingspan constructing king-sized solar PV project
23 July, 2014Kingspan Energy has commenced construction of what is claimed to be the largest single rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) project in Australia, located at the IKEA Tempe store in NSW. IKEA is moving to roll out solar PV systems across its stores nationwide, and this will be the largest of its projects.
Emerson PM-30 power module for ROC800 flow computer
17 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Emerson Automation SolutionsEmerson Process Management has released a power module for the ROC800 and ROC800L RTU flow computers. The PM-30 offers good power delivery and the flexibility to install the computer in either 12 V solar installations or 24 V rackmounted installations without needing to change the power module.
Magnetic materials improve efficiency of motors
17 July, 2014Researchers from the University of Adelaide are using new magnetic materials to develop energy-saving electrical motors and generators.
Mean Well RS-100 enclosed power supplies
16 July, 2014 | Supplied by: ADM Instrument Engineering GroupMean Well has switched from using nickel-plated steel in its RS-100 enclosed power supplies to hot-dipped galvanised steel instead. This means the risk of environmental pollution that could be caused by the plating process has been eliminated.
Award-winning biogas plant for meat processor
15 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Wiley & Co Pty LtdFood manufacturing specialist Wiley has designed and constructed an innovative biogas and water treatment plant for meat processing company JBS Australia.
ARC customises solution for wind farm project
14 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Australian Reinforcement Company (ARC)ARC engineers created a customised version of the Rollmax prefabricated reinforcement for use at Meridian Energy Australia's Mt Mercer Wind Farm. The company now expects the remodelled version to be used on wind farm developments in the future.
Aurecon New Zealand developing global wind energy projects
14 July, 2014Engineers from Aurecon New Zealand have been helping to develop wind energy projects around the world. The team has been led by Blair Walter, Aurecon's global head of renewable energy.
Eco Alkalines carbon-neutral batteries
10 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Eco AlkalinesEco Alkalines are certified carbon-neutral batteries, with every purchase contributing to offset projects. The environmentally responsible batteries contain 0% cadmium, lead or mercury.
The picture of a sustainable workplace
08 July, 2014 by Lauren DavisWhen Canon Australia made the decision to relocate from its 25-year-old headquarters to a brand new building in Sydney's Macquarie Park, it was always known that sustainability would play a key role in the transition.
Schmersal RSS260 safety sensor
08 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty LtdThe RSS260 safety sensor combines the detection principle of RFID technology and a high switching distance in a compact design. The various actuators allow optimal integration of the safety sensors in the surrounding architecture of removable, hinged and sliding covers and doors.
Project looking at power usage in New Zealand
07 July, 2014Funded by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), the GREEN Grid project is a wide-ranging investigation into how New Zealanders use power, how demand can best be met using renewable sources and how the national grid can be made smarter and more efficient.
SolarMax provides inverters for Qatar Solar Energy
04 July, 2014Swiss inverter manufacturer SolarMax has provided its technology to the Middle East by partnering with solar technology development and manufacturing facility Qatar Solar Energy (QSE).
