Schneider Electric Compact NSX moulded-case circuit breakers with extended breaking capacity
08 August, 2013 | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricSchneider Electric has released an extended breaking capacity for its range of Compact NSX moulded-case circuit breakers (MCCBs), suitable for low-voltage applications spanning 100 to 630 A.
Philips to phase out its incandescent bulbs in New Zealand
08 August, 2013Royal Philips will soon be the first lighting company in New Zealand to phase out its trade range of incandescent bulbs. The company’s supply of Softone bulbs to electrical wholesalers will be phased out from 1 October.
L&H Solar + Solutions to distribute Yingli Solar in A/NZ
08 August, 2013 | Supplied by: Yingli Green Energy Australia Pty LtdSolar PV manufacturer Yingli Green Energy - which markets its products under the brand Yingli Solar - has entered into a distribution agreement with L&H Solar + Solutions, a subsidiary of L&H Group, the largest electrical wholesaler in Australia and New Zealand.
Air measurement survey reveals energy saving for manufacturing plant
08 August, 2013 | Supplied by: Atlas Copco Compressors AustraliaWhen Orica, provider of commercial explosives and blasting systems, wanted to reduce operating costs and improve efficiencies at its manufacturing plant in Helidon, Queensland, the company went to Atlas Copco to seek advice.
Compressor reduces energy costs at CSR Roofing
06 August, 2013 | Supplied by: Atlas Copco Compressors AustraliaCSR Roofing has been manufacturing terracotta roof tiles at its Vermont (Melbourne) factory for over seven decades. To replace its ageing compressor, the company chose an Atlas Copco VSD (variable speed drive) machine.
CEFC to co-finance Sundrop Farms solar greenhouse project
06 August, 2013The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) and Sundrop Farms have announced an in-principle agreement for the CEFC to co-finance a major greenhouse development at Sundrop’s farm in Port Augusta, South Australia.
Electrolytes power thermocell to generate electrical energy
05 August, 2013 by Lauren DavisResearchers at Monash University, working under the Australian Research Council (ARC) Centre of Excellence for Electromaterials Science (ACES), have developed an ionic liquid-based thermocell which provides a source of electricity from the harvesting of waste heat.
Partnerships provide a BOOM in green energy projects
05 August, 2013 | Supplied by: CST Wastewater SolutionsA company introducing green energy from wastewater technologies to Australasia is forging partnerships to help companies more easily afford the most sustainable and cost-efficient solutions for their individual site’s needs.
Ferngrove shines with solar-powered winery
01 August, 2013 | Supplied by: AusIndustryFerngrove Wines has become a shining example of sustainable winemaking after installing one of Australia’s largest winery solar power systems. The Frankland River-based business has put the finishing touches to its $900,000 SunPowering Ferngrove project, the latest mark of its ongoing commitment to sustainability.
Solar installations for NSW clubs
31 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Todae SolarTodae Solar has announced the completion of two of Australia’s largest rooftop solar systems, totalling 175 kW, on two clubs in NSW. A 99 kW system was installed on the roof of the Euston Club & Resort, while the Rules Club Wagga Wagga installed a 76 kW system.
Agreement to build the Southern Hemisphere’s largest solar power station
31 July, 2013The Federal Minister for Climate Change, Mark Butler, has announced that construction will soon begin on the largest solar power station in the Southern Hemisphere.
CAPS compresses Kilcoy’s costs
30 July, 2013 | Supplied by: CAPS Pty LtdThe Kilcoy Pastoral Company’s facilities in Queensland have drastically reduced energy expenditure by refurbishing existing plant and installing new compressor equipment supplied by Compressed Air and Power Solutions Australia (CAPS).
DEHN + SOHNE DEHNguard M YPV SCI surge arrester
26 July, 2013 | Supplied by: DEHN + SOHNE GmbH + Co KGDEHNguard M YPV SCI is a surge arrester that is designed to improve the safety and reliability of a PV installation.
Suntech Power Holdings AC Fusion module
26 July, 2013 | Supplied by: SF Suntech Australia Pty LtdSuntech Power Holdings has launched its Alternating Current (AC) Fusion module for residential and commercial users.
ABB completes Power-One acquisition
26 July, 2013In April, power and automation technology group ABB announced its agreement to acquire Power-One, a provider of renewable energy and of energy-efficient power conversion and power management solutions. The acquisition has now been completed.
