Screw technology for air blowers
21 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Atlas Copco Compressors Australia
The ZS range of energy-saving screw blowers is suitable for air-blowing applications. According to Atlas Copco, screw technology on average is 30% more energy efficient compared to lobe technology and the company is convinced that the lobe technology, widely used at present, no longer meets the needs of today’s low carbon economy.
Icelandic ash and its implications for aircraft
20 April, 2010
Air traffic across Europe was halted in April as ash from an Icelandic volcano drifted towards the continent. Scientists in London discuss the technical reasons for this disruption.
New guide aims to cut deaths and injury in high-risk public works jobs
13 April, 2010
In an effort to reduce injuries and fatalities caused by driver fatigue, Pro-Visual Publishing is reminding local government and works officers of the National Heavy Vehicle Driver Fatigue reforms with the 2010 edition of the National Guide to Public Works & Services Safety.
Mettler Toledo Garvens ‘Principles of Checkweighing’
08 April, 2010 | Supplied by: Mettler-Toledo Ltd
Mettler Toledo Garvens has produced a free 70-page guide entitled Principles of Checkweighing - Building an Effective Programme. The Guide details how to choose, install and manage a checkweighing system.
New versus old in saving emissions
31 March, 2010
New Curtin University of Technology research has shown that it may be possible for business to save the environment and money at the same time by re-manufacturing compressors for commercial use.
Custom Fluidpower national distributor for Parker Hannifin
31 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Custom Fluidpower
Custom Fluidpower has announced a partnership with Parker Hannifin that will see Custom Fluidpower, including Fluidtech International, become a major national distributor of Parker Hannifin products in Australia.
Rockwell Automation named one of the world’s most ethical companies
31 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
The Ethisphere Institute has recognised Rockwell Automation as one of the ‘world’s most ethical companies’.
Firepump workshop
31 March, 2010
Pump Industry Australia (PIA) is conducting a Firepump Workshop in Sydney on 12 May 2010. Suitable for consulting engineers, fire protection companies, fire-pump packagers, fire authorities and other regulatory bodies within the industry, the workshop will discuss fire pumps to AS 2941-2008 - Fixed fire protection installations.
Advantech wins innovative corporation award
30 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Advantech Australia Pty Ltd
Advantech has been named the winner of The Most Innovative Corporation Award for 2009 in China.
Baldor Australia signs on new national partners for Dodge mounted bearings
18 March, 2010
Baldor Australia has signed on two new national distributors to sell its range of Dodge ball and roller bearing products.
ABB expands in Queensland to support LNG developments
16 March, 2010 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
ABB has announced the opening of a new facility dedicated to supporting companies involved with developing the oil and gas sector in Queensland.
Rockwell beefs up project management services
03 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
Rockwell Automation has established a dedicated team of professional project managers across Australia.
Sullair on show at HRIA Convention
26 February, 2010
The compressor technology group Sullair Australia will be an exhibitor at the 2010 Hire & Rental Industry Association (HRIA) Convention on Queensland's Gold Coast in May.
KSB to build a new water and wastewater competence centre in Brisbane
19 February, 2010
KSB Australia has finalised its plan to build a new water and wastewater competence centre and a sales and warehouse complex in Brisbane.
SEW opens new Perth centre
18 February, 2010
SEW-Eurodrive has opened a new sales and service centre in Perth. The Welshpool premises features on-site assembly, service and training facilities and provides access to the company's range of motor and drive technologies, expertise and spares.
