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Welcome to Voltimum's News area, updated daily with all the latest news from the electrical industry.

Legrand Announces Acquisition of Australian PVC Conduit Leader,  Australian Plastic Profiles
Legrand
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Legrand Announces Acquisition of Australian PVC Conduit...

The Australian Plastic Profiles acquisition doubles the size of Legrand in Australia and demonstrates its...

Wiha XXL 4 - with new content
Wiha
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Wiha XXL 4 - with new content

With its newly configured selection of electrician's tools, the tool case set XXL 4 offers even more room...

Electricity prices to rise by up to a quarter in parts of Australia after energy regulator issues market default decision
Voltimum Australia
Industry News

Electricity prices to rise by up to a quarter in parts of...

Australian Energy Regulator says power bills would have gone up twice as fast without government intervention.

Australia needs to set date to end petrol car sales to speed up EV transition, energy experts say
Voltimum Australia
Industry News

Australia needs to set date to end petrol car sales to speed...

Governments urged to roll out chargers, reduce prices and recruit celebrities to mobilise public as one in...

Energy Australia fined $1.5m for ‘preventable’ death of power worker exposed to live wires
Voltimum Australia
Industry News

Energy Australia fined $1.5m for ‘preventable’ death of...

Energy Australia has been fined $1.5m after a veteran Yallourn power station employee suffered fatal burns...

Australian electricians urge government to look to future with energy incentives
Voltimum Australia
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Australian electricians urge government to look to future...

The Australian government has been urged to “look to the future” when establishing the parameters for a AUD...

South Cross Electrical Engineering (SCEE) wins $50 million in contracts
Voltimum Australia
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South Cross Electrical Engineering (SCEE) wins $50 million...

South Cross Electrical Engineering (SCEE) has won $50 million in contracts with BHP in Western Australia’s...

High Court decisions provide clarity on determining ‘Employee’ vs ‘Independent contractor’ status
Voltimum Australia
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High Court decisions provide clarity on determining...

The High Court of Australia has clarified the proper approach to be taken when determining if a worker has...

Sydney electrical engineer builds flight simulator
Voltimum Australia
Industry News

Sydney electrical engineer builds flight simulator

An engineer turned shopkeeper who helped his customers experience the thrill of piloting a jet airliner...

Breaking Stereotypes: Becky’s story
Legrand
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Breaking Stereotypes: Becky’s story

In light of International Women’s Day, Legrand talks about gender equality through breaking stereotypes....

Students kick-start their career with the Legrand & Middy’s Fit-Off Challenge
Legrand
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Students kick-start their career with the Legrand &...

Legrand is always on the hunt for the best and brightest upcoming sparkies. Working with Australia’s leading...

Legrand Australia appoints new CEO
Legrand
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Legrand Australia appoints new CEO

Davide Colombo joins the Australian team with over 17 years experience with the Legrand Group internationally.

The AS/NZS 3000:2018 is now mandatory. Are you ready?
Legrand
Industry News

The AS/NZS 3000:2018 is now mandatory. Are you ready?

As of 1 January, the 2018 Edition of the AS/NZ3000 Wiring Rules has come into effect. Chapter Four of the...

Three reasons to break up with your data cables and move to smart sensor control
Legrand
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Three reasons to break up with your data cables and move...

Monitoring systems are becoming increasingly popular in a range of applications.

Designing for a better world: Legrand contributes electrical solutions to Children’s Special Needs Group
Legrand
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Designing for a better world: Legrand contributes electrical...

Working with the Director of Totally Wired Electrical Services, Andrew Schmocker, Legrand donated a range of...

New music app from NUVO
Legrand
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New music app from NUVO

Legrand’s NUVO audio system is designed to deliver the right music, with top-quality sound that users can...

Legrand's Compact One RCBO passes new regulatory standards
Legrand
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Legrand's Compact One RCBO passes new regulatory standards

As a business that prides itself on providing quality, reliable products, Legrand were pleased to announce...

Where in the world are the highest paid electricians?
Voltimum Australia
Industry News

Where in the world are the highest paid electricians?

Online wholesaler, Electrical Direct, has released an infographic showing where the best-paid tradesmen can be...

Work Smarter Not Harder
Voltimum Australia
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Work Smarter Not Harder

You’ve probably heard of smart homes, but what about smart power drills? The IoT is permeating through the...

Electricity safety program for schools
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Electricity safety program for schools

Essential Energy is encouraging primary schools across regional and rural NSW to register to participate in...

Switchboard Safety
Voltimum Australia
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Switchboard Safety

Queensland’s Electrical Safety office is reminding electrical workers to hold out a risk assessment before...

New Street Lighting Guidelines
Voltimum Australia
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New Street Lighting Guidelines

LED and smart controlled public lighting technologies have advanced greatly in recent times and provide many...

Young tradesman dies after an electric shock in roof space
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Young tradesman dies after an electric shock in roof space

We are reminded that most roof spaces are generally dirty, hot, restricted environments that can be full of...

Electrical prosecutions and disciplinary actions
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Electrical prosecutions and disciplinary actions

The consequences of unsafe or unlicensed electrical work can be tragic.The Electrical Safety Office (ESO) will...