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Official training now available for A2/A2L refrigerants
Training for A2/A2L mildly flammable refrigerants has been officially endorsed by the Victorian Registration and Qualification Authority (VRQA). This unit of competency can now be utilised across the nation. Kevin O’Shea, Chairperson of the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) says it’s a big win for technician safety. “Up until now, there were no training competencies endorsed […]
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The Global Cooling Prize
The Global Cooling Prize is a global competition designed to spur development of a radically more energy efficient cooling technology. The competition was developed by the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), a Colorado-based sustainability research and consulting organisation with a special focus on profitable innovations for energy and resource efficiency. It aims to combat the critical […]
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Modular and prefabrication summits announced
Clariden Global will be hosting an international summit on modular construction and prefabrication in Sydney and Melbourne in February/March next year. The summit will cover topics such as on international best practices in modular construction and prefabrication, building fire protection measures, latest innovations in design for manufacture and assembly (DfMA), customer lifecycle management (CLM), kitchen […]
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Chillers: Final policy positions
E3 (Equipment Energy Efficiency) has released a revised version of the paper Chillers: Final policy positions for public comment. The paper outlines the results of feedback on the consultation paper Chillers: Updated policy positions that was published in June 2018. The E3 committee published a consultation Regulation Impact Statement (RIS) and a supplementary consultation paper in 2016 with […]
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BDAA National Conference
The Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) is holding its annual conference in Adelaide on September 21 and 22. “The Annual Conference is a great opportunity to learn new skills, share real-world experiences with your peers, and join the larger conversation about how we can be advocates for the built environment,” says BDAA National President […]
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Fantech launches AirLink VAV system
Fantech has introduced the AirLink Integrated Variable Air Volume (VAV) system, based on electronic VAV diffusers working with an even-pressure duct design. The system removes the need for airflow hood measurements as all air balancing is performed by the optional airflow sensor built into each diffuser, and the centrally located Rickard software or building management […]
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ARMA launches mentorship program
The Australian Refrigeration Mechanics Association (ARMA) has launched a mentorship program for HVAC&R mechanics. The initiative pairs experienced technicians with those who are keen to learn. It is suitable for trade-qualified workers and apprentices. According to ARMA CEO Kim Limburg, the idea came from ARMA president Mike Gilmore, and was seen by the team as […]
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Corrosion and Prevention 2018 (C&P2018) conference
The Corrosion and Prevention 2018 (C&P2018) conference is slated for November 11 to 14 in Adelaide. Held annually and hosted by the Australasian Corrosion Association (ACA), the conference and trade exhibition brings together leading researchers and industry practitioners who combat corrosion on a daily basis. “Showcasing the latest advancements in corrosion mitigation, C&P2018 is the […]
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Ready for the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
According to Alexia Lidas, Managing Director of DesignIntelligence and the Design Futures Council (DFC), the Fourth Industrial Revolution has arrived and is set to transform our industry in ways never seen before. Lidas says that, just as in other parts of the economy, the built environment will attract Uber-like innovators to exploit gaps in the […]
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Trafalgar adds fire containment sealant
According to national building regulations, all penetrations through a fire-rated barrier require an appropriate fire stopping system to maintain the FRL (Fire Resistance Level). Australian fire containment specialist Trafalgar has now added a sealant to its range that can meet this requirement – and keep costs down for contractors. “Many HVACR trades are unaware of […]
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Solar summit points way to sustainable future
Australia’s HVAC&R sector has the expertise and the desire to exploit solar technology – now all it needs is support. That was the message from AIRAH’s Solar Cooling and Heating Forum, held in Brisbane in August. More than 60 professionals attended the event, representing industry, government and academia. It was a fitting mix of attendees, given […]
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Standards Australia puts faith in young leaders
Standards Australia has announced the 2018-19 participants in its NEXTgen (Young Leaders) program. The program takes emerging industry and technical experts and involves them in the national and international standardisation processes. “The goal of the program is to support the future of standards development through investing in the next generation of standards leaders and experts,” […]
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Energy efficiency and building services jobs survey
Common Capital is working with the Victorian Government on a short but important survey of the national energy efficiency and building services industry. The survey is being distributed through over 20 industry associations across the building and energy services market. It is aimed at organisations involved in the supply management of building materials, appliances, equipment […]
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Contractor dies in Cairns workplace incident
On August 20, air conditioning contractor Sol Fagan tragically fell from a vent at James Cook University (JCU) in Cairns. Fagan, 40, died as a result of the fall. A spokesperson from JCU offered the following statement: “We can confirm that Mr Sol Fagan passed away while working at James Cook University’s Cairns Campus. “The […]
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Daikin releases new R32 units
Daikin has released the Super Multi NX with R32 refrigerant as an additional range alongside the current R410A Super Multi NX. The company is hailing it as the industry’s first R32 multi-split system. “The new Super Multi NX (R32) can maintain comfort in up to five rooms and will be able to connect to Daikin’s […]
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Cladding ban comes into force
Strata corporations and building owners in NSW must act immediately to avoid fines and even imprisonment as a result of a new ban on combustible cladding with a core of more than 30 per cent polyethylene. The ban came into place on August 15. The ban will affect any form of the combustible building material […]
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Australia’s tallest building to lead in sustainability
If everything goes to plan, the Green Spine, a $2 billion twin-tower mixed-use skyscraper proposed for Melbourne’s Southbank, won’t just be Australia’s tallest structure. It will also be the world’s biggest building built to Passive House standards. The dual-tower design was the winning entry in an international competition held by developer Beulah International, which purchased the […]
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2018 Green Living Conference
The Master Builders 2018 Green Living Conference is being held from 8am–4.30pm on Friday, August 31 in Melbourne. The conference is an excellent place to discover the latest developments in building technologies and understand how to apply them. The 2018 Green Living Conference will feature industry experts who will explain what it takes to build a best-practice, […]
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Calling maintenance maestros
AIRAH (the Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating) has released a draft revision of the highly regarded Application Manual AIRAH DA19 HVAC&R maintenance that is now available for industry/public review and comment. If you have an interest in the maintenance and performance of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC&R) systems and equipment […]
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Fighting modern slavery
The Design Futures Council (DFC) is holding an event to focus on sustainable supply chains and efforts to eliminate modern slavery in the engineering, construction, architecture and design industries. The session will be held on Tuesday, August 21 at 6pm in Sydney. According to the Global Slavery Index, over 40 million men, women and children […]