Screw blower or turbo blower?
27 March, 2015This article compares positive displacement screw blowers and turbo blowers. Both claim 35% more efficiency vs PD blowers, but which one to choose?
Energy-efficient products save NZ almost $100 million
11 March, 2015New Zealand's EECA has calculated that consumer and business uptake of energy-efficient appliances has resulted in energy savings of over $96 million in a one-year period - the equivalent of the annual electricity usage of over 130,000 New Zealand homes.
Energy-efficient products save NZ almost $100 million
11 March, 2015New Zealand's EECA has calculated that consumer and business uptake of energy-efficient appliances has resulted in energy savings of over $96 million in a one-year period - the equivalent of the annual electricity usage of over 130,000 New Zealand homes.
Solar-powered medical device manufacturing
10 March, 2015Cook Medical will power manufacturing processes at its Brisbane headquarters with the help of a 706 m2, 99.90 kW solar panel installation - the largest of its kind in the Asia-Pacific.
Road Lighting 2015 gets underway in Auckland
09 March, 2015Attendees to Road Lighting 2015 were welcomed today by Lawrence Yule, the president of Local Government New Zealand and Mayor of Hastings, who said he was keen for councils to "encourage the transformational change" to LED road lighting.
iPrimus chills out with super-efficient air conditioner
03 March, 2015In the early hours of 1 March 2015, Innovative Air Solutions and Gillespie Cranes began a 15-hour operation to remove two outdated air-conditioning units from the server room of iPrimus Telecom, located on Bridge Street in Sydney.
Chilling out with efficient air conditioner
03 March, 2015In the early hours of 1 March 2015, Innovative Air Solutions and Gillespie Cranes began a 15-hour operation to remove two outdated air-conditioning units from the server room of Commander, located on Bridge Street in Sydney.
IKEA calls for consumers to change their light bulbs
24 February, 2015IKEA is encouraging consumers to switch to LED light bulbs, described by the company as a simple task which "plays a significant role in creating a more sustainable world".
Orora introduces energy efficiency to NZ operations
23 February, 2015Orora, a manufacturer of packaging for various food and beverage brands, aims to save up to 15% of its energy as part of a three-year plan developed with the support of New Zealand's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA).
Nine tips for energy freedom
27 January, 2015There are many initiatives that can be taken to progressively fit or retrofit systems that will bring energy use down to zero net energy. The Energy Freedom alliance is promoting nine steps to achieving energy freedom in your home.
The benefits of solar air collection in buildings
23 January, 2015 by Eamon Corless, Director, SolairA building's air-conditioning system is typically responsible for around 50% of the base building's energy consumption. As such, any reduction in air-conditioning energy consumption or efficient energy utilisation will offer significant savings in total building energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Solar air collection equals energy savings, increased productivity and reduced carbon emissions
23 January, 2015 by Eamon Corless, Director, SolairA building's air-conditioning system is typically responsible for around 50% of the base building's energy consumption. As such, any reduction in air-conditioning energy consumption or efficient energy utilisation will offer significant savings in total building energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Kaeser optimises compressed air systems
12 January, 2015Kaeser Compressors Australia has assisted Wilson Transformer Company (WTC), a manufacturer of power and distribution transformers, in meeting its increased demand for compressed air.
Philips to power Madrid in world's largest street lighting project
07 January, 2015Royal Philips and the city of Madrid are taking part in the world's largest street lighting project. Madrid's entire street lighting system will be renewed with over 200,000 new energy-efficient Philips products, delivering energy savings of 44% and providing the city with good-quality street lighting at no additional cost to its citizens.
The top five ways to start reducing your energy costs
18 December, 2014Find out which are the top five energy measurement priorities to best initiate savings and eliminate waste.
Proper instrumentation can help you to identify where and how energy is being consumed, so that you can start using less and saving more.
