Smart energy technology
28 May, 2009 | EcoEnergy Innovations Pty Ltd
La Trobe University’s Centre for Technology Infusion and Melbourne-based semiconductor developer Semitech Innovations have joined forces to deliver a cost-effective solution to energy management through joint venture R&D company EcoEnergy Innovations Pty Ltd.
Organic absorbent
28 May, 2009 | Aquasol
Spilldoktor has released the reSorb range of organic absorbent materials, offering an alternative to conventional absorbent pads and socks which are made from fossil fuel. The range is made from recycled and renewable natural fibres, using a bonding technology that means the pads have a smooth, low-lint finish.
Gems Sensors & Controls ultrasonic continuous liquid level sensor
27 May, 2009 | Control Components Pty Ltd
Gems Sensors & Controls has launched the UCL-520 Ultrasonic Level Sensor. The series is suitable for non-contact applications such as industrial water treatment, wastewater management, chemical and petroleum distillates storage as well as many other challenging fluid applications.
Waste treatment plant
27 May, 2009 | SUEZ
SITA Environmental Solutions’ Advanced Waste Treatment (SAWT) plant at Elizabeth Drive, Kemps Creek, NSW, was officially opened in March. The plant will be receiving waste from Liverpool and Penrith residents.
CIJ printer with ink system
27 May, 2009 | Matthews Australasia Pty Ltd
The Linx 6900 Solver CIJ printer is claimed to able to reduce solvent usage by as much as 40%. It features a purpose-built ink system and software which adapts to the production requirements and uses solvent only as it is needed.
Lightweight wine bottles
27 May, 2009 | O-I Asia Pacific
The Lean+Green lightweight process is now available for 750 mL claret and burgundy bottles manufactured in French Green from the O-I Adelaide plant. Using modified designs and narrow neck press and blow (NNPB) technology, the bottles will be between 18 and 28% lighter than current offerings.
E-waste recycling facility
27 May, 2009 | TES-AMM Australia Pty Ltd
TES-AMM has begun operations in Australia to provide assistance to IT manufacturers, businesses and consumers in recycling e-waste.
IT recycling self-assessment tool
27 May, 2009 | Greenbox
Greenbox has launched a free self-assessment tool for businesses to help them rate their recycling programs. The assessment is completed via an online survey on Greenbox’s website and includes questions on disposal strategies, compliance with laws and standards, and internal accountability.
Spill control starts before the spill
27 May, 2009 | Store-Safe
While spills are unlikely to be eliminated, prevention and mitigation can be practised to reduce the incidence of this event. Store-Safe provides some information on the key elements for spill control: evaluation, assessment, storage and spill retention.
Concept for dumper bodies
27 May, 2009 | SSAB Swedish Steel
SSAB has developed a new design for a free-hanging dumper body. The body can handle a higher load capacity, but weighs only half as much as its traditional counterpart.
Thermal imager
27 May, 2009 | Testo Pty Ltd
The testo 880 thermal imager, which comes in three different versions, is being used to increase efficiency in buildings. The imager can be used for building thermography to see where heat is being leaked from a building’s insulation. With this knowledge users can maximise the efficiency of the heating system, by minimising heat loss.
Contaminated soil recycling machine
27 May, 2009 | Enviropacific Services Pty Ltd
The Hitachi SR200G Soilfixer soil recycler uses a number of methods — including micro-encapsulation and chemical fixation — to reduce the hazard potential of solid wastes by decreasing the leachable concentration of the contaminants.
IR imaging in building
27 May, 2009 | Teledyne FLIR
The B400 infrared camera is designed for detecting energy loss from buildings. The camera is used to scan equipment and structures and measure and display heat. Thermal images are then produced for monitoring or quantitative temperature analysis.
Hybrid solar panels
27 May, 2009 | Sanyo Solar Products
Sanyo has launched a solar panel for the Australian market which produces 205 W under standard test conditions. The HIP-205NKHB1W HIT (heterojunction with intrinsic thin-layer) cells combine technology from two common solar cells in the marketplace, crystalline and amorphous, to create an efficient and effective solar cell.
Noise monitoring
27 May, 2009 | Acoustic Research Laboratories Pty Ltd
Ngara is a real-time sound acquisition system suitable for noise monitoring.
