Curtin researchers create extreme rechargeable batteries
17 February, 2014Chemical engineers at Curtin University have discovered a way to make rechargeable batteries - such as those found in laptops - with extreme capacity, potentially powering electrical cars to run more than 300 km before needing a recharge.
Dehn opens second site
03 February, 2014Surge protection, lightning protection and safety equipment company Dehn has officially opened its new site in Mühlhausen, Germany.
Building energy intelligence in Las Vegas
24 January, 2014The City of Las Vegas, already one of the most water-smart cities in the nation, was also searching for ways to become one of the most energy efficient. Advanced building intelligence software offered new and exciting potential to reduce energy costs, meet sustainability objectives and ensure continued high reliability of the power grid.
Fluke Calibration 6135A/PMUCAL Phasor Measurement Unit Calibration System
10 January, 2014The Fluke Calibration 6135A/PMUCAL Phasor Measurement Unit Calibration System is claimed to be the only automated and traceable PMU calibration system available. It is suitable for PMU designers and manufacturers, national metrology institutes, third-party calibration houses and electrical utilities.
Cogeneration: size does matter
07 January, 2014 by Andrew LIM, MEng (Manufacturing), Cogen ConsultCogeneration is not a new concept, yet many cogeneration plants perform at a suboptimal level because of sizing issues which determine the utilisation, potential heat recovery and ultimately the return of investment of the cogeneration plant. Many consider sizing a cogeneration plant a 'black art' and relegate it to the equipment suppliers. However, it is the customer who has to make the final, informed decision.
Cool way to save energy
12 November, 2013Chill a drink in 45 seconds, that is the promise of a new gadget technology that also claims to be 80% more energy efficient than existing coolers.
Luxury apartment building certified by EnviroDevelopment
07 November, 2013An apartment development in Teneriffe, Brisbane, has been certified by the Urban Development Institute of Australia’s (UDIA) green rating tool EnviroDevelopment. Ecco on Helen was awarded the certification for outstanding environmental outcomes in its treatment of waste, energy, materials, water and community.
Design tools to help install large-scale ocean energy arrays
31 October, 2013Engineers are to create a suite of software to enable the design of ocean energy arrays.
Compressed air savings identified at carpet manufacturing plant
25 October, 2013Godfrey Hirst Australia has been manufacturing in Australia for more than 140 years, producing an extensive range of residential and commercial carpet products. The company's engineers sought submissions from a number of compressed air specialists to conduct a full analysis of their compressed air supply system.
RESA VoltLogic four-quadrant power device
01 October, 2013Renewable Energy Solutions Australia (RESA) is releasing VoltLogic - a four-quadrant device that can import, export and store real and reactive power. The device is aimed at electricity utilities and manufacturers of renewable energy products.
Key trends in energy management
11 September, 2013 by Jonathan Jutsen, Executive Director and founder, EnergeticsIn this article, Executive Director and founder of Energetics Jonathan Jutsen predicts some key trends in energy management over the next three years.
Australian battery technology for remote sites
02 September, 2013Emerson Network Power and Australian engineering and manufacturing company RedFlow have formed a partnership to take RedFlow’s flow battery storage technology into new markets.
Caterpillar Cat hybrid power systems
18 July, 2013Caterpillar’s hybrid power systems for telecommunications applications are designed to reduce operating costs.
Fujitsu General ARTG slim duct indoor unit
16 July, 2013Fujitsu General has introduced its ARTG slim duct indoor air-conditioning unit designed for installation into new and existing commercial and domestic applications. The indoor units provide good comfort and energy efficiency.
Bioenergy production must use resources more efficiently
04 July, 2013Using biomass for energy is an important part of the renewable energy mix. However, bioenergy production should follow EU resource efficiency principles, according to a new report from the European Environment Agency (EEA). This means extracting more energy from the same material input, and avoiding negative environmental effects potentially caused by bioenergy production.
