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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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New report predicts rise in heatwave deaths
A report released on July 31 predicts that the toll from heatwave deaths could rise by up to 2,000 per cent in some parts of the world by 2080. It was published in the online journal PLOS Medicine, and is one of the most extensive studies that has been done in the area. The study […]
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Interim IEC vote approves increased HC charge limit
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has voted to increase the charge limits of flammable A3 hydrocarbon refrigerants, such as propane, in commercial refrigeration equipment. This is an interim vote, meaning that the change must still go through other steps before it is enacted as a global standard. If there are no obstacles that could happen […]
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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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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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Beijer Ref is acquiring Heatcraft Australia Pty
Beijer Ref is planning to buy Heatcraft Australia Pty. Heatcraft Australia is part of the Heatcraft Worldwide Refrigeration group, and is one of the largest refrigeration wholesalers in the region. 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 […]