May VoltiNEWS #1

12/05/2016

Welcome to the first issue of VoltiNEWS for May 2016!

VoltiNEWS brings you all the information you need storming the electrical industry. From manufacturer news, industry hot topics to the latest in compliance and regulatory headlines.

Check out the latest products and information from our manufacturer’s Stanilite, Legrand, Philips and ABB. In this issue we feature the article how to secure your home by choosing the right smoke alarm.

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Welcome to this May's VoltiNEWS #1 newsletter. Voltimum brings you the latest news, events, training and technical articles from the Australian electrical industry direct to your email inbox. We hope you enjoy reading these articles.

The Voltimum Team



ARTICLE FEATURE Draft AS/NZS Cabling Pathways standard released for industry comment AS/NZS 3084 'Telecommunications installations- Telecommunications pathways and spaces for commercial buildings' has recently been revised and is now available in draft format for industry comment. Download the draft and comment on Voltimum now!



ARTICLE FEATURE This winter secure your homes from fire Did you know 1st May 2016 marked 10 years to the day since smoke alarms became a law across NSW and most smoke alarms do not last 10 years. Read the article on Voltimum now! Check out our new range of photoelectric smoke alarms!

LATEST NEWS FROM MANUFACTURERS & SUPPLIERS

Philips Lighting System for retail and hospitality
Philips presents a new range - LuxSpace Accent 3 downlight and StyliD 3 luminaire allowing optimized lighting for retail and hospitality spaces. [Read more]

Introducing specialist emergency exit signage from Legrand
Emergency lighting leader Legrand has launched a tamper resistant SecurIT LED Exit Sign for institutional environments and correctional facilities. [Read more]

ABB innovation connects low-voltage networks to the Internet of Things, Services and People
Energy cost savings across industries of up to 30% possible using new cloud-based platform [Read more]

The Platinum range by Stanilite - Leading the way
For more than 40 years Stanilite has been recognised as the market leader and a trusted brand for quality and innovative emergency lighting fixtures and monitored systems. [Read more]

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LATEST NEWS FROM THE INDUSTRY

Australian solar pioneer forges ahead with global technology
A ground-breaking, Australian-grown technology able to produce low-cost renewable energy is set to continue its journey to commercialisation with new funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). [Read more]

Australian PCI®: Construction edges ahead in April
The national construction industry edged slightly into expansion in April, with the Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian PCI® rising by 5.6 points to 50.8. [Read more]

Electricians continue the call for Qld Govt to stay out of electrical contracting
Over the past few weeks, we have been heading up a very vocal campaign for the Queensland State Government to stay out of electrical contracting in response to reports that... [Read more]

Second Basslink would help maximise renewable energy advantage
A second undersea cable connecting Tasmania's electricity system with the mainland would help Australia maximise its renewable energy advantage, the Clean Energy Council said. [Read more]

ACCC reports on Telstra's compliance with its Structural Separation Undertaking
The The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's annual report on Telstra's compliance with its Structural Separation Undertaking (SSU) has been tabled in Parliament. [Read more]

DOES IT COMPLY?

Product Recall: Target Australia Pty Ltd-Target Essentials Fan Heater
The heater element and fan assembly could break away from the heater casing. There is risk of fire. [Read more]

Fair Consumer warranties to get standard treatment
When is a good deal really a lemon? Faulty goods and ambiguous warranties are one of the greatest bugbears for consumers and retailers. A new ISO standard in development aims to help. [Read more]

Product Recall: Kmart Australia Limited-20cm Chrome Round Green Fan
Damage to the on/off switch through dropping or knocking could cause the switch to become live with 240V AC. There is risk of electric shock. [Read more]

Product Recall: Stihl Pty Ltd-HSA-65 Cordless Hedge Trimmer
In some cases there may be a malfunction of the electronics. If the malfunction occurs, the engine may operate at a faster speed and/or the blades may continue to move for a short time after the trigger is released. [Read more]

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