Three-bin systems — the new waste reform front
18 November, 2016 by James Moverley, MRA Consulting Group | Supplied by: MRA Consulting GroupThree-bin waste systems are becoming the norm in many regions of Australia, but some councils are uncertain about implementing such a service.
AWS ANT biohazardous waste management system
18 November, 2016 | Supplied by: AWS Clinical WasteThe AWS ANT is an ISO certified biohazardous waste treatment system. It features total automation and full enclosure, thereby offering complete infection control.
'Matchmaker' service for construction and demolition waste
02 November, 2016 | Supplied by: NSW Environment Protection AuthorityThe NSW EPA has launched the Civil Construction Market Program, which works as a 'matchmaker' service where waste from one project can be safely used to benefit another.
A safeguard against illegal dumping — section 143 notices
02 November, 2016 by Mike Ritchie, Director, MRA ConsultingWe all hear the horror stories of illegal landfill operations. What happens, however, when waste is recycled by placing it on land?
Atlas Copco DZS dry claw vacuum pump
31 October, 2016 | Supplied by: Atlas Copco Compressors AustraliaThe design of the Atlas Copco DZS dry claw pump showcases simplicity, robustness, efficiency and good contamination handling capabilities.
Michell Instruments XTC601 gas analyser for hydrogen-cooled generators
21 October, 2016 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdMichell Instruments has added an analyser dedicated to monitoring hydrogen-cooled electricity generators to its current range of moisture and oxygen analysers. The XTC601 has been designed with three phase profiles to cover all of the gas analysis requirements for operation and maintenance.
Fluid Components International ST51A and ST75A thermal mass flow meters
17 October, 2016 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdST51A and ST75A thermal mass flow meters from Fluid Components International (FCI) have been evaluated by safety expert Exida and found to meet SIL 1 compliance.
SUEZ and TerraCycle join forces in Europe to develop recycling solutions
17 October, 2016 | Supplied by: TerraCycleSUEZ is partnering with TerraCycle and acquiring 30% of its activities in Europe to develop innovative collection and recycling programs in Belgium, Finland, France, the Netherlands, the UK and Sweden.
Organic waste needed for ReWaste trial in Victoria
07 October, 2016 | Supplied by: Yarra Valley WaterFive years in the making, the project formerly known as Waste to Energy — now known as ReWaste — is on the brink of opening its doors to customers. The digesters are currently being seeded as part of the commissioning of the facility.
Underground waste collection system for the Sunshine Coast
04 October, 2016 | Supplied by: Envac Australia Pty LtdUnderground waste collection technology that has a track record of increasing recycling rates is being launched on the Sunshine Coast.
ecom-J2KN series emissions analyser
26 September, 2016 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdThe J2KN series analyser utilises electrochemical sensors to measure exhaust emissions — most commonly O2, CO, NO, NO2 and SO2 gases — and has an available NDIR bench for measuring CO2, high CO and CH4.
Tecpro Australia Vehicle Disinfection Systems
26 September, 2016 | Supplied by: Tecpro AustraliaTo protect their farm or plant, many owners are encouraged to consider the option of installing vehicle disinfecting systems. Tecpro Australia now offers Vehicle Disinfection Systems that are easy to install at the entrance (and exit) of a plant or farm.
Victorian Litter Innovation Fund released
21 September, 2016 by James Moverley, MRA Consulting Group | Supplied by: MRA Consulting GroupSustainability Victoria (SV) has released Round 2 of the Victorian Litter Innovation Fund.
OPTIMARE SpillWatch! fluorescence-based oil alarm system
19 September, 2016 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty LtdThe OPTIMARE SpillWatch! non-contact oil-on-surface detector provides users with a timely alert enabling countermeasures to stop or limit spillage.
ACCC takes Volkswagen to court
01 September, 2016 | Supplied by: Australian Competition & Consumer CommissionThe Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia against Volkswagen, alleging the company engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct, made false or misleading representations and engaged in conduct liable to mislead the public in relation to diesel vehicle emission claims.
