Meeting building codes for lighting systems
10 November, 2009 | Supplied by: EELCO - Energy Efficient Lighting Company
Clothing wholesaler Gazal Apparel recently consolidated its warehousing operation to its distribution centre in Banksmeadow, NSW. In order to maximise space at the centre, high-density pallet racking and mezzanine flooring were installed. During the upgrade, consulting engineers Heggies highlighted to Gazal’s management the Building Code Association (BCA) Section J requirement for minimum energy efficiency standards.
Collaboration to penetrate high-end packaging market
10 November, 2009
Plantic, a company engaged in the development and commercialisation of biodegradable plastics from naturally occurring high amylose starch, has announced a formal collaboration with German packaging supplier Kesko.
Green manufacturing no pie in the sky for Aussie baking icon
10 November, 2009
In a world where navigating the carbon jungle is often considered as ‘just too hard’, a century-old family firm has been rewarded for getting excited about sustainability.
E-waste solution and action
06 November, 2009
In a national first, a new waste policy and recycling schemes for TVs, computers and tyres was endorsed by environment ministers at the Environment Protection and Heritage Council (EPHC) meeting in Perth on 5 November.
Compressed air solution for production facility
05 November, 2009 | Supplied by: Hitachi Global Air Power
Australian recreation vehicle manufacturer Jayco optimises production at its new Dandenong production plant, with the aid of a customised energy-efficient compressed air solution from Champion Compressors.
Government welcomes revamped standards process
05 November, 2009
Senator Kim Carr, Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, has welcomed a revised business model for Standards Australia, which restores support for the development of standards in the public interest.
RSTechED 2009 delivers information excellence
05 November, 2009
Rockwell Automation hosted its 10th annual RSTechED educational forum in Sydney and Melbourne during early October, giving attendees information and insight into today’s business information challenges.
Ecotech wins Australia-Latin American Business Excellence Award 2009
04 November, 2009
The Australia-Latin America Business Council (ALABC) working closely with Austrade and the Australian Export Awards program has selected the winning organisations. The award Australia-Latin American Business Excellence Award recognises excellence in achievement in doing business with Latin America.
Victoria's Western Water wins national 2009 water-saving award
04 November, 2009
Victorian Water Corporation's Western Water was successful at the recent national 2009 savewater! awards, winning the prestigious Government - Water Corporations award for its work in developing a state-of-the-art dual pipe recycled water scheme at the Eynesbury Township.
$16.4m for 37 grants to cut office emissions
04 November, 2009
Senator Kim Carr, Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, has announced 37 green building projects that will cut greenhouse gas emissions by around 38,000 tonnes a year.
Document management infrastructure
27 October, 2009 | Supplied by: Fuji Xerox Australia Pty Ltd
Energex partnered with Fuji Xerox Global Services (FXGS) in 2003 to streamline the company’s document management infrastructure. It has since achieved a 23% cost reduction by consolidating its existing printer fleet and introducing more efficient multifunction devices. It has also reduced the number of devices it relies on by almost 30%, despite the company’s strong growth.
Australian Sustainable Cities winner for 2009
27 October, 2009
The City of Canada Bay, NSW, is the winner of the Keep Australia Beautiful Australian Sustainable Cities Awards, announced in Canberra last week.
Chemical-free cleaning technology study demonstrates environmental sustainability
27 October, 2009
In an independent study conducted by the environmental sustainability group EcoForm, Tennant’s ec-H2O technology has been shown to significantly reduce environmental footprints when compared to traditional cleaning with chemicals.
Industry expert joins Acciona Agua Australian team
27 October, 2009
Acciona Agua has announced the appointment of Brian Nicholas as Director - Business Development in Australia.
Compostable film for packaging
26 October, 2009
In a strategic move away from traditional polyethylene (PE) films, Intellipack, in conjunction with German manufacturer Storopack, have created an environmentally sustainable film that has the strength and composition properties of PE-based films, while being made from base material corn. It is said to be 100% renewable.
