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Insights into AI and big data
The Green Building Council Australia (GBCA) is hosting a webinar on Thursday, November 11 exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) and big data can change the way buildings are managed. The online event will include insights into utilising data structuring and cloud connections. Panel speakers include: Robin Brimblecombe – Manager, Engineering & Sustainability, Monash University Dawn Beadle […]
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Industry briefing on building information modelling
AMCA Australia is hosting a BIM-MEPAUS online industry update on Tuesday, November 16. The briefing will explore the latest developments and updates within BIM-MEPAUS. Running from 10am–1.30pm (AEDT), the session will include: A review of how BIM-MEPAUS product data templates support asset information requirements An overview of the BIM-MEPAUS Revit template add-in A demonstration of […]
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COVID-19 considerations for operating theatres
The AIRAH Infection Control and Operating Theatre Practices Special Technical Group (STG) has produced a document that looks at the advantages, disadvantages and risks of common COVID-19 practices in operating theatres. The document provides considerations related to various measures that may be employed in operating rooms to reduce the spread of COVID-19. This includes negative […]
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A.G. Coombs releases advisory note on IT systems
In response to varied occupancy patterns due to the COVID-19 pandemic, A.G. Coombs has released an advisory note on supporting resilient tenant IT systems. “During COVID-19 many buildings experienced a significant reduction in the number of occupants,” says A.G. Coombs. “With the move to remote working, the reliance on tenant IT systems, often supported by […]
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Countries must go hard and early to avoid 2.7°C rise
The UN Environment Programme’s (UNEP) latest Emissions Program Gap Report has found that countries’ climate promises for 2030 fall far short of Paris Achievement goals, leaving the world on track for a global temperature rise of at least 2.7°C this century. The report, now in its 12th year, finds that countries will need to go […]
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Victoria pledges millions to build clean energy workforce
The Victorian government has launched a $6 million fund to support projects that promote training for an expanded clean energy workforce. The Clean Economy Workforce Capacity Building Fund provides grants up to $1 million for collaboration between industry and training providers to deliver innovation in clean economy training and workforce development. Funding can be used […]
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Beijer Ref acquires Australian HVAC distributor
Global refrigeration wholesaler Beijer Ref has signed an agreement to acquire all the shares in the Australian distribution company Airstream. Airstream is a manufacturer and distributor of air conditioning ducting and associated fittings. The company was established in 2011 and consists of 14 employees. The majority of Airstream’s sales are made locally in Perth. Airstream […]
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Built environment offers open paths to net zero
As the federal government promotes its five-point technology-driven plan to reach net zero by 2050, the Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC) has released a policy platform highlighting five ways the built environment can help Australia transition to a net zero future. The paper comes in the lead-up to COP26 in Glasgow from October 31–November […]
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Technology will take us to net zero, promises PM
The federal government has released Australia’s Long-Term Emissions Reduction Plan, which it says will achieve net zero by 2050. A joint media release from Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Minister for Industry, Energy and Emissions Reduction Angus Taylor says that Australia will act in a “practical, responsible way” to deliver net zero emissions by 2050 […]
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Retriever Communications launches Asset Aviator
Retriever Communications has announced the launch of Asset Aviator, a cloud-based asset management software platform. Designed and developed in Australia, Asset Aviator provides organisations with an integrated asset management and field service solution. It has been created to offer customers reliable, powerful, cutting-edge technology that removes guesswork and paperwork when managing assets. “This is a […]
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New approvals for BOSS Fire Transit Box
BOSS Fire has released all-new approvals for its BOSS Fire Transit Box in walls, floors and ceiling/floor systems. “The innovative multi-service pipe and cable transit is revolutionising the passive firestopping methods used for multi-service penetrations in apartments, hotels, aged care and other commercial and industrial buildings,” says the company. “The game-changer, as it’s been dubbed […]
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Milwaukee offers RLS-compatible press jaws
Milwaukee Tool has introduced jaws for its M18 Force Logic press tools that are compatible with the Rapid Locking System (RLS) line of flame-free press-to-connect fittings for HVAC and refrigeration systems. Available in sizes from 1/4“–13/8“, the new RLS ACR Press Jaws are the industry’s first jaws approved to press RLS fittings using 32kN (kilonewton) […]
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World Bank launches sustainable cooling program
The World Bank has announced new program to accelerate the uptake of sustainable cooling solutions, including air conditioning, refrigeration and cold chain, in developing countries. The program will provide technical assistance to ensure that efficient cooling is included in new World Bank Group investment projects and will mobilise further financing. Cooling collaboration The Efficient Clean […]
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Electric homes group tops 35,000 members
My Efficient Electric Home (MEEH) is a rapidly growing Australian online community where members volunteer their time to help each other improve their homes – often in relation to heating and cooling. Last week it passed the milestone of 35,000 members. Group founder and co-admin Tim Forcey describes MEEH as “possibly Australia’s largest continuously updated […]
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Task Force Z rallies the troops for sustainable homes
Task Force Z is inviting professionals in the built environment to join its network of change-makers driving sustainable and zero energy homes at scale. The networking initiative has spun off from work funded by the NSW government and the National Energy Productivity Plan (NEPP), which has been delivered as industry-facing projects through the South Australian […]
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RAC apprentice takes top honours in Queensland
Refrigeration and air conditioning tradesperson Lauren Campbell has taken out the top state award for Apprentice of the Year at the 2021 Queensland Training Awards, which this year celebrates 60 years of excellence in training. Campbell, from Manly West in Brisbane, was named as the winner of the Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year at […]
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Call for abstracts extended for ICCC2022
UK-based the Institute of Refrigeration has announced that its headline event, the 7th IIR International Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain, or ICCC2022, has extended the call for abstracts to October 24. The event, which is due to take place online from April 11–13, 2022, will explore cold chain innovation, and developments in refrigeration technology […]
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New tech taps heat from underground carparks
A renewable energy source company has developed a technology that could see heat from underground parking lots used to warm the buildings above them. Enerdrape, a cleantech spin-off of the Swiss Institute of Technology of Lausanne (EPFL), creates renewable energy sources that can be used in new and existing building structures. The technology the company […]
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The 2021 State of the Industry Report
The International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) has released its 2021 State of the Industry Report, which provides information on important topics in the natural refrigeration industry. The report summarises data from the IIAR’s annual State of the Industry Report Survey. It examines the use of ammonia as a refrigerant, and includes information on emerging […]
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Call for submissions to bench-test RAC equipment
The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment is seeking responses through an open tender process to bench-test a selection of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. The testing will aim to capture increased energy used on new or “as new” equipment when operating with a selection of preventable common faults. The government says that the […]