Mark Vender

August 22, 2022

National Skills Week highlights jobs of the future

Events and conferences

It’s National Skills Week again, and this year the event created to raise awareness of VET pathways comes at a time when Australia needs vocational education and training more than ever. National Skills Week’s Chairman Brian Wexham notes that a severe shortage of skilled construction workers is slowing delivery and increasing the cost of home […]

August 22, 2022

ARBS 2022 finishes on a high

Events and conferences

ARBS 2022 has closed after three days in Melbourne that saw more than 7,000 people pass through the HVAC&R and building services exhibition. Visitors explored the largest show of its kind in Australia, with more than 220 stands displaying the latest equipment and other products. Walking the extensive show floor, visitors were able to connect […]

August 18, 2022

ARBS 2022 Industry Awards winners announced

Events and conferences

The winners of the ARBS 2022 Industry Awards were announced at a gala event held on Thursday, August 17 at the Crown Palladium in Melbourne. The ARBS Industry Awards are held every two years in association with the ARBS Exhibition, and attract nominees from across all sectors. A panel of industry experts evaluated the nominations […]

August 15, 2022

Renewable reset for Australian energy policy

Regulations

A meeting of Australia’s energy ministers on Friday has been hailed as a vital step towards net zero, with the environment to be included as part of the National Energy Objectives. Ministers agreed the vision, principles and key initial priority areas for a new National Energy Transformation Partnership. They described this as “a fundamental reset […]

August 12, 2022

Geothermal solution for sustainable poultry farming

News

A new hybrid geothermal and solar energy system promises to dramatically reduce emissions and energy costs for many Australian poultry farms. The University of Melbourne is teaming up with geothermal companies Ground Source Systems and Fourth Element Energy to create a hybrid geothermal and solar HVAC system specifically for the poultry industry. The project, funded […]

August 11, 2022

Suppliers sought for Home Heating and Cooling Program

News

The Victorian government is once again looking for suppliers to join the Home Heating and Cooling Upgrades Program. In response to industry feedback, applications are now open online, via VendorPanel, the government’s eProcurement Platform. The program offers rebates to replace gas, electric and wood heaters with reverse-cycle split systems in low-income and vulnerable households. It […]

August 11, 2022

Digital partnership for HVAC&R maintenance

BusinessNews

AIRAH has partnered with field-servicing software provider Uptick to offer DA19 HVAC&R Maintenanceas an integrated online solution. The first of its kind, the partnership will allow Uptick to provide AIRAH’s DA19 inspection checklists, routine maintenance frequencies, and asset-class taxonomy to its premium customers. For more than 20 years, DA19 has been widely considered the definitive […]

August 11, 2022

One week to ARBS 2022

Events and conferences

The final countdown is on to ARBS 2022, Australia’s largest international air conditioning, refrigeration and building services trade exhibition. To be held from August 16–18 in Melbourne, the event is set to showcase hundreds of new products and technologies with a focus on innovative responses to existing and emerging trends.  More than 7,000 visitors are […]

August 10, 2022

Collective push for higher standards in NCC 2022

News

More than 100 organisations have signed a joint statement supporting the lifting of energy standards in the 2022 National Construction Code (NCC). The document has been sent to federal and state and territory ministers ahead of a meeting in late August, where it is expected a final decision will be made on raising minimum energy […]

August 9, 2022

Optimising commercial refrigeration and cooling equipment

News

The Victorian government has published a guide to optimising the performance of commercial refrigeration and cooling equipment. Aimed at end-users, it contains information on refrigerant gases, energy use, and a maintenance checklist for typical equipment. “Refrigeration and cooling systems can use a lot of energy and, if not properly maintained, may leak refrigerants,” reads the […]