PD Devices MDSP3 surge protector
18 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Westek Electronics Pty Ltd
The PD Devices MDSP3 series surge protector devices provide protection against incoming high-voltage spikes and slower rise time disturbances for three-phase 415 V circuits. They are designed for use on incomers at main switchboard level and can be combined with PD devices suitable for lower transient capacity at sub-distribution board level.
Legrand Lipso decorative lighting
18 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Legrand Australia P/L
The Lipso range of decorative lighting has the advantage of being able to provide clear direction in power outage situations.
Huski Blaze and Flame garments
16 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Palazzi (Trading) Pty Ltd
The Huski Blaze jacket and Flame pants are arc-rated, flame-retardant and anti-static garments suitable for personnel working indoors/outdoors in the electrical, oil and gas industries.
WA goldfields safety inspections reveal disappointing results
03 March, 2010
A return visit to the Goldfields by WorkSafe WA construction inspectors has revealed a disappointing performance in workplace safety and health.
Beware of the electrical dangers when installing insulation
02 March, 2010 by Paul Stathis
In recent months, an alarming number of workers have been electrocuted while installing thermal insulation into homes. Given the growing need for more insulation installers required to satisfy the sharp increase in demand, driven by the federal government’s incentive to make homes more energy efficient, there will be a high percentage of workers who are new to this field, who may not be aware of the serious occupational hazards they face.
New handbook on using earthmoving equipment near overhead power lines
24 February, 2010
Worksafe Victoria has released a new guide to assist earthmoving companies practise safety when working near overhead powerlines.
Quadtech Guardian 6100 Plus safety analyser
03 February, 2010 | Supplied by: Power Parameters Pty Ltd
The Quadtech Guardian 6100 Plus safety analyser is suitable for electrical products safety and compliance testing to the requirements of UL, CSA, IEC/EN, TUV and other specifications.
FLIR GF309 infrared camera
14 January, 2010 | Supplied by: Teledyne FLIR
The GF309 infrared camera has been specifically developed for high-temperature industrial furnace applications and is claimed to ‘see through flames’ in all types of gas-fired furnaces, chemical heaters and coal-fired boilers.
Ceiling insulation installer fatality
26 November, 2009
A second electrocution death of an insulation installer in Queensland in the last two months has prompted a series of audits to ensure compliance with the requirements of both OHS and electrical safety legislation.
Turck MZB series Zener diode barriers for hazardous areas
13 November, 2009 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
The MZB series Zener diode barriers are designed to limit excess energy before it reaches a hazardous area.
Contractor fined over drilling work near power lines
12 November, 2009
A WA drilling contractor was fined $40,000 over an incident in which he received an electric shock and another man sustained serious burns when a drilling rig mast came into contact with high-voltage power lines.
Low-profile LED light bars
23 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Brown & Watson International
Optimax LED light bars are low-profile emergency light bars that are available in 12 and 24 V versions and in a number of widths including 0.8, 1.2 or 1.4 m.
Hazardous area power hub
18 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Pepperl+Fuchs (Aust) Pty Ltd
The latest version of the High-Density Power Hub has increased the available power supply current from 360 to 500 mA for up to four fieldbus segments.
Electrical plug lock box
07 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Cirlock
The PLD-13 Plug Lockout Box is a device to lock out 240 V and similarly sized electrical plugs as well as air hose couplings of various sizes.
Leak detector flashlight
07 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Fluke Australia Pty Ltd
The RLD2 UV leak detector flashlight is designed for use by HVAC technicians, plant maintenance technicians and automotive technicians to instantly uncover refrigerant leaks.