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The MCG goes carbon neutral
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is going carbon neutral during its busiest time in September to offset the emissions from venue operations. The stadium and surrounds consume about 1.65 million kWh of electricity during September, which is comparable to the monthly energy demand of 4,000 average Victorian homes. EnergyAustralia will offset all the emissions from […]
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New licensing rules for Queensland
The Queensland state government has passed new laws for plumbing and gas fitting that will affect licensing for air conditioning and refrigeration work. The new Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018 legislation provides a significant update to several aspects of plumbing and draining and includes the creation of a new licence requirement for mechanical services. The […]
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Rochester coronial investigation releases findings
The Coroner has completed its official investigation into the deaths of Barry Purtell and David Lobb. The two men, aged 34 and 52 respectively, died after gases from a refrigeration compressor ignited in the cellar of the Hotel Rochester, Bendigo in June 2014. Purtell and Lobb, neither of whom were qualified refrigeration mechanics, were helping […]
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Daikin appoints new National Product Manager
Daikin Australia has appointed Mark Maclean as the new National Product Manager for its Applied Solutions Business. Mark has over 35 years of experience in the industry, and his addition to the team is seen as part of the long-term growth strategy for the Applied Business. Daikin says that Maclean was selected for the role […]
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ISCA Annual Conference and Awards
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia (ISCA) is holding its annual conference and awards event from 16–18 October in Sydney. International speakers from some of the world’s largest infrastructure projects will share their knowledge and experiences. The line-up includes United Nations of Australia President Michael G Smith, Crossrail Sustainability Manager Rob Paris, TransPod Hyperloop CEO […]
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Podcast highlights HVAC&R Drawdown project
An initiative to apply the Project Drawdown approach to the HVAC&R industry has been highlighted on the Climactic podcast. Project Drawdown is a worldwide project that lays out a plan to reverse global warming. It has drawn on more than 65 researchers and scientists from 22 countries to identify, research, and model the 100 most […]
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New Zealand plans HFC phase-down
In October 2016, New Zealand, Australia and almost 200 other countries adopted the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol to phase down HFCs. Australia started reducing HFC import quotas at the beginning of 2018, and now New Zealand is looking at 2020 to begin the same process. The New Zealand cabinet recently agreed to ratify […]
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Family Business Essentials Workshops
Family Business Australia (FBA) is holding workshops across Australia about building a family business. The half-day workshops, called “Family Business Essentials”, will focus on where you want your business to be and how you can harness your distinct competitive advantage to reach your goals. Businesses that participate will complete a diagnostic of the business using the specialised Family […]
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Official training now available for A2/A2L refrigerants
Training for A2/A2L mildly flammable refrigerants has been officially endorsed by the Victorian Registration and Qualification Authority (VRQA). This unit of competency can now be utilised across the nation. Kevin O’Shea, Chairperson of the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) says it’s a big win for technician safety. “Up until now, there were no training competencies endorsed […]
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The Global Cooling Prize
The Global Cooling Prize is a global competition designed to spur development of a radically more energy efficient cooling technology. The competition was developed by the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), a Colorado-based sustainability research and consulting organisation with a special focus on profitable innovations for energy and resource efficiency. It aims to combat the critical […]
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Modular and prefabrication summits announced
Clariden Global will be hosting an international summit on modular construction and prefabrication in Sydney and Melbourne in February/March next year. The summit will cover topics such as on international best practices in modular construction and prefabrication, building fire protection measures, latest innovations in design for manufacture and assembly (DfMA), customer lifecycle management (CLM), kitchen […]
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Chillers: Final policy positions
E3 (Equipment Energy Efficiency) has released a revised version of the paper Chillers: Final policy positions for public comment. The paper outlines the results of feedback on the consultation paper Chillers: Updated policy positions that was published in June 2018. The E3 committee published a consultation Regulation Impact Statement (RIS) and a supplementary consultation paper in 2016 with […]
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BDAA National Conference
The Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) is holding its annual conference in Adelaide on September 21 and 22. “The Annual Conference is a great opportunity to learn new skills, share real-world experiences with your peers, and join the larger conversation about how we can be advocates for the built environment,” says BDAA National President […]
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Fantech launches AirLink VAV system
Fantech has introduced the AirLink Integrated Variable Air Volume (VAV) system, based on electronic VAV diffusers working with an even-pressure duct design. The system removes the need for airflow hood measurements as all air balancing is performed by the optional airflow sensor built into each diffuser, and the centrally located Rickard software or building management […]
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ARMA launches mentorship program
The Australian Refrigeration Mechanics Association (ARMA) has launched a mentorship program for HVAC&R mechanics. The initiative pairs experienced technicians with those who are keen to learn. It is suitable for trade-qualified workers and apprentices. According to ARMA CEO Kim Limburg, the idea came from ARMA president Mike Gilmore, and was seen by the team as […]
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Corrosion and Prevention 2018 (C&P2018) conference
The Corrosion and Prevention 2018 (C&P2018) conference is slated for November 11 to 14 in Adelaide. Held annually and hosted by the Australasian Corrosion Association (ACA), the conference and trade exhibition brings together leading researchers and industry practitioners who combat corrosion on a daily basis. “Showcasing the latest advancements in corrosion mitigation, C&P2018 is the […]
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Ready for the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
According to Alexia Lidas, Managing Director of DesignIntelligence and the Design Futures Council (DFC), the Fourth Industrial Revolution has arrived and is set to transform our industry in ways never seen before. Lidas says that, just as in other parts of the economy, the built environment will attract Uber-like innovators to exploit gaps in the […]
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Trafalgar adds fire containment sealant
According to national building regulations, all penetrations through a fire-rated barrier require an appropriate fire stopping system to maintain the FRL (Fire Resistance Level). Australian fire containment specialist Trafalgar has now added a sealant to its range that can meet this requirement – and keep costs down for contractors. “Many HVACR trades are unaware of […]
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Solar summit points way to sustainable future
Australia’s HVAC&R sector has the expertise and the desire to exploit solar technology – now all it needs is support. That was the message from AIRAH’s Solar Cooling and Heating Forum, held in Brisbane in August. More than 60 professionals attended the event, representing industry, government and academia. It was a fitting mix of attendees, given […]
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Standards Australia puts faith in young leaders
Standards Australia has announced the 2018-19 participants in its NEXTgen (Young Leaders) program. The program takes emerging industry and technical experts and involves them in the national and international standardisation processes. “The goal of the program is to support the future of standards development through investing in the next generation of standards leaders and experts,” […]