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Category: General
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Hot tips from A.G. Coombs
The efficiency of condensing water heaters or boilers has made them a popular choice for new installations and as plant replacements. Recognising this, A.G. Coombs has issued an advisory note providing advice on the design, selection, installation and maintenance of such units. “Condensing boilers achieve higher efficiency by using the waste heat in flue gases […]
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New standard for facilities management
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published the fourth standard for facilities management, ISO 41001. Stan Mitchell, Chair of the ISO technical committee that developed the standard, said that ISO 41001 will help organisations by establishing a common approach and set of processes that can be used throughout the world. “ISO 41001 has the […]
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Sustainability Victoria offers money for HVAC upgrades
Sustainability Victoria is offering funding of up to $30,000 to boost the performance of commercial buildings and realise the huge savings in energy and greenhouse gas emissions it has identified in a new report. The report, Next Wave Refresh 2018, analyses Victorian commercial building stock, including retail, healthcare and accommodation in Melbourne metro and regional […]
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Rock gods in glass
Western Australian glass company Cooling Brothers has supplied DigiGlass panels that pay tribute to one of the greatest rock groups of all time – Led Zeppelin. The images of Jimmy Page and Robert Plant are a part of “Legends Corner” for Rock Art Building-01 in Melbourne – a permanent public art exhibition. The installation is […]
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A trade cooler than the rest
The Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE (GOTAFE) in Victoria has produced a fantastic video to promote the industry and the benefits of choosing a career in air conditioning and refrigeration. “Typically, people wanting to become tradies select the more commonly known trades such as plumbing, carpentry and electrical,” says Kate Storer from GOTAFE. “Being a […]
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A.G. Coombs issues advisory note
After a very dry start to the year across much of mainland southeastern Australia, A.G. Coombs has issued an advisory note: Managing Resilient Buildings – Preparing for Dust Storms. “It is important particularly during the drier months in Australia to plan for extreme weather events such as dust storms,” the company says. “In September 2009 […]
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OzonAction is collecting women’s stories
OzonAction, in cooperation with UN Women, is seeking to collect experiences and short “stories” from women working in the refrigeration and air-conditioning sector. They are seeking to highlight female service technicians, installers, designers, trainers, manufacturers, and associations. Being aware of the experiences of women working in the industry and the opportunities available, can encourage and […]
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ASHRAE calls for papers
ASHRAE has announced a call for papers for its 2019 Winter Conference, from January 12–16 in Atlanta at the Omni Hotel Atlanta CNN Center. The 2019 AHR Expo, taking place from January 14–16 at the Georgia World Congress Center, is expected to attract 70,000 registered visitors and exhibitor personnel. Read more >>
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ARBS 2018 Awards finalists announced
ARBS 2018, Australia’s only international air conditioning, refrigeration and building services trade exhibition, has announced its industry awards finalists for 2018. Read more >>
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Aurecon acquires digital agency Studio Magnified
In a move that will diversify its digital engineering and advisory offering and continue to drive its own digital transformation, global engineering and infrastructure advisors Aurecon announced it is acquiring market leading digital agency Studio Magnified (formerly Squint Opera Australia). The team of 25 digital designers and creative strategists renowned for their work in infrastructure […]
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Romilly Madew featured in Vogue
Romilly Madew, CEO of the Green Building Council, has been voted a 2018 Game Changer by Vogue. Madew has been CEO of the Green Building Council (GBCA) for 12 years, and has championed pushing the building industry towards a more sustainable future. Read more >>
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Gender parity by 2025 at BVN
BVN has committing to gender parity across all levels and areas of the studio by 2025. BVN is made up of 53 per cent men and 47 per cent women, but there is work to be done in some areas of the studio to address gender parity. James Grose, CEO at BVN, said that BVN […]
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New EP&A Act to commence March 1
The recent changes to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 commenced on Thursday, March 1. Read more >>
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Project Bank Accounts
The first phase of Project Bank Accounts (PBAs) is underway from March 1. Project Bank Accounts (PBAs) are the centre of the Government’s building industry fairness reforms and a key part to help make sure subcontractors are paid in full, on time, every time. This first phase applies to Queensland Government building projects valued at […]