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Explore ARBS 2018
It’s the biggest HVAC&R show in Australia and it kicks off today at the International Convention Centre in Darling Harbour, Sydney! AIRAH pick out the 7 must-see attractions at ARBS 2018. 1. MORE DISPLAYS THAN YOU CAN POKE A SELFIE STICK AT Once every two years the attention of the HVAC&R industry in Australia and […]
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Victoria announces free TAFE courses
As part of its 2018/19 budget, the Victorian state government has announced it will invest $172 million to make a selection of TAFE priority courses free from 2019 onwards. “Across the state, 30 priority TAFE and 18 pre-apprenticeship courses will be made free, with courses focusing on the skills our state needs,” read a press […]
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Applications are open for the Young Leaders Program
Standards Australia’s Young Leaders Program selects emerging industry and technical experts and provides them with an exciting opportunity to become involved in the national and international standardisation processes supporting Australian industry and government. Applications are now open until June 30 for the 2018/19 Young Leaders Program. Through the program, participants will access training and gain […]
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WA: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Industry Awards Ball
The Air Conditioning & Mechanical Contractors Association WA (AMCA), the Alan Robert Memorial Fund, the Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating (AIRAH) and South Metropolitan TAFE are jointly presenting the 2018 West Australian Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Industry Awards Ball. The ball is on Friday, July 20. Last year the event attracted more than 300 industry representatives from all sectors including […]
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The COAG Energy Council is phasing out inefficient halogen light bulbs
The COAG Energy Council is further improving lighting energy-efficiency regulation by phasing out inefficient halogen light bulbs in Australia, and introducing minimum standards for LED light bulbs in Australia and New Zealand in line with European Union (EU) standards. The phase out will remove remaining incandescent light bulbs and a range of halogen light bulbs […]
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NSW: Introduction to energy management training sessions
The NSW Office of Environment and Heritage is holding Introduction to energy management courses across New South Wales. The cost of energy and the efficiency of its use have become major factors in operating any business. The course consists of two 30 minute online components and a half-day workshop. Before attending the workshop, the online […]
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A-Gas acquires Arthur Friedrichs Kaeltemittel GmbH
A-Gas has purchased German refrigerant company Arthur Friedrichs Kaeltemittel GmbH. Located near Hamburg, Arthur Friedrichs Kaeltemittel GmbH has operated in the industry for over 60 years; primarily supplying refrigerant to the European automotive market. “This acquisition will allow us to further strengthen our global OEM automotive presence, where Friedrichs Kaeltemittel has made a considerable impact,” […]
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Grab the ARBS app!
With ARBS less than a week away and more than 300 exhibitors set to fill the main hall of the International Convention Centre in Sydney’s Darling Harbour, the AIRAH team have been busy preparing a plan of attack. That job has been made a lot easier by the ARBS app, downloadable from the ARBS website. […]
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NSW residents are given the “Power to Save”
In 2017, the Energy Affordability Package was announced to save NSW households and small businesses hundreds of dollars a year off their energy bills. The package includes rebates, upgrades to appliances and equipment, access to training resources and the removal of exit fees when changing energy retailers, so consumers are free to choose the best […]
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RMIT’S ThingWorx Hackathon 2018
RMIT is collaborating with its industry partners to conduct an IoT (Internet of Things) hackathon. Hack teams are invited to ThingWorx to take on real IoT and AR problems presented by our industry partners. Problems that industry nominate will be placed a pool. Competing teams can then select a problem or combination of problems from […]
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Soft Landings: The Case for Professional Aftercare following Building Handover
Interested in Soft Landings? Whether it is falling down, the economy or the commissioning of buildings, a soft landings would be preferred. With occupants at the centre of the building experience, their satisfaction drives many decisions. FMA, Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and AIRAH are working together to bring the expert advice of […]
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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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Nidec to acquire Embraco
Japanese firm Nidec has announced it will acquire Embraco, Whirpool Corporation’s compressor business, in a deal worth US$1,080 million. While Nidec has traditionally been known as a major manufacturer of electric motors, it has recently added compressors to its product portfolio, first with the purchase of the Secop Group in 2017, and now with the acquisition […]
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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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Free webinar: Energy management for manufacturers
The Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) is hosting a free, interactive webinar on Wednesday, May 2 that is designed especially for businesses. Manufacturers can improve their competitive advantage by reducing costs, boosting production, increasing market share and customer loyalty, in an ever-cost rising energy market in Australia. This webinar will help you understand the […]
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Premier’s Sustainability Awards 2018
Nominations are open until June 7 for the Premier’s Sustainability Awards. The Premier’s Sustainability Awards recognise and celebrate Victorians who are leading the way to a sustainable future. The awards reflect the action that is happening across industry, business and community from regional to metropolitan Victoria. The Awards have 10 award categories to enter in […]
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Australian Residential Energy Rating Conference
The Australian Residential Energy Rating Conference will be held from May 28–29 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne. The plenary sessions will provide a deep understanding of the current housing environment, the commercial benefits of energy efficient housing, current and potential policy and regulation, the reality of delivering high performance dwellings and what the […]
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South Pacific Passive House Conference 2018
The South Pacific Passive House Conference is returning to Australia in 2018, after a successful event in Christchurch in 2017. Co-hosted by the Australian Passive House Association (APHA) and the Passive House Institute of New Zealand (PHINZ), the conference will be held in Melbourne from May 3–7, 2018. Energy-efficient construction has never been so easy […]
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The 2017-18 ESS Rule changes have been gazetted
The NSW government has amended the Energy Savings Scheme (ESS) Rule to incorporate the 2017–2018 annual Rule updates. The Energy Savings Scheme (Amendment No.1) Rule 2018 in the NSW Government Gazette was recently published, and a consolidated version of the ESS Rule is available for download. The amendments to the ESS Rule include: updates to […]
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Europe takes a new perspective on climate protection
German Energy Agency, EIT Climate-KIC and the European Climate Foundation have launched a broad coalition for developing and communicating climate solutions. Following the global climate protection initiative “Project Drawdown”, a coalition of energy and climate organisations has launched a European hub. “Drawdown Europe” will act as a centre of research, innovation, implementation and demonstration for […]