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NEEBP ramps up energy efficiency training
A suite of online training materials is now available as a result of a collaboration between the National Energy Efficiency Building Project (NEEBP) and several peak construction industry groups and RTOs. The range of materials will be of interest to builders and trades, including those specialising in HVAC&R. The NEEBP began in 2012 with the […]
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Future of HVAC Conference
In recent years, AIRAH’s Future of HVAC Conference has established itself as the leading event for identifying and exploring the emerging trends in the HVAC&R industry. This year the event will take place on September 12–13 at Melbourne’s Etihad Stadium. Forty guest speakers have been announced, presenting topics ranging from carbon-neutral buildings and flammable refrigerants to […]
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Sunshine Coast Hospital earns 6 Star Green Star
The $1.8 billion Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH) has become the largest public healthcare facility in Australia to earn a 6 star Green Star Healthcare v1 Design and As-Built rating. Exemplar Health, a consortium comprised of Lendlease, Siemens and Capella Capital, in partnership with Queensland Health, surpassed the original 4 star target, using innovative design […]
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New Legionella Control Regulations in NSW
NSW Health has released the Legionella control regulation to protect the public from Legionnaires’ disease outbreaks caused by cooling towers. The new regulations have introduced significant changes to cooling tower systems management in NSW. Following two outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease in the Sydney central business district in March and May 2016, the Legionella Taskforce, headed […]
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True BLU air filters from Airepure
Australian air-filtration expert Airepure has released two new air filters for commercial HVAC systems: the BLU Hybrid 100 and 300. According to the company, the hybrid filter media is synthetic with humidity and microbial resistant properties, making the products suitable for humid, tropical and coastal areas. “Featuring a unique three-layer filter media design that effectively […]
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Moreton Hire introduces new AC systems
Moreton Hire has introduced new air conditioning and heating systems to their service offering across Australia. This follows the appointment of Moreton Hire as the official marquee and temporary structure for the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games. The Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games hosted 71 nations and 6,500 athletes over 11 days. Moreton Hire was […]
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Dynamics of Air exhibition
In the HVAC&R industry we usually think of air dynamics as the domain of engineers. But coming to Melbourne is an art exhibition that approaches the subject from new and creative angles. From September 14 to November 10, RMIT Gallery in partnership with the Goethe Institut is presenting Dynamics of Air, curated by Dr Malte […]
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New app from Mitsubishi Electric aimed at service technicians
Mitsubishi Electric Australia has launched Service ME, a mobile phone app for air conditioning and refrigeration service technicians. “Service ME provides easy step-guides that give quick solutions and helps technicians resolve issues out of hours,” says Mitsubishi Electric Australia. “The Service ME app is a one-stop-shop for all product information, design and troubleshooting issues. This […]
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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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Educating manufacturers on energy productivity
Energy productivity for manufacturers will be the focus at the Innovation X-Change conference on Monday, August 13 at Eithad Stadium in Melbourne. With energy prices at record levels and little sign of decline, the Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity (A2EP) has identified the importance of energy productivity, particularly in manufacturing. The conference is therefore aimed […]
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Last call for comments on residential AC standard
The draft standard AS/NZS5141 for residential air conditioning is now open for a final round of public comment. Its official name is AS/NZS 5141 Residential heating and cooling systems – Minimum applications and requirements for energy efficiency, performance and comfort criteria. Slated for publication in December, it is a new standard that aims to raise […]
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NABERS launches new website and steering committee
The National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS) has launched an Australian-first search engine for green buildings. “This new tool will allow people to find the best examples of sustainable buildings and green businesses in the country,” Environment Minister Gabrielle Upton said. NABERS is a national program, administered by the NSW government, that measures the […]
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Refrigeration Efficiency Masterclass announced
Sustainability Victoria has announced a series of free workshops for business owners and operators to learn how to make their refrigeration systems more efficient, with a special focus on walk-in coolrooms. The walk-in coolroom segment has attracted plenty of attention lately. Cold Hard Facts 3 – still in draft form – estimated that the number […]
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Condair Group acquires Aireven
Condair Group AG has acquired Aireven Pty Ltd in Australia, and from August 1 has changed its company name to Condair Pty Ltd. The acquisition of Aireven in Australia continues the strategic forward integration of Condair into promising geographic markets, as well as the global strengthening of its humidification and evaporative cooling business. Condair has […]
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Video thrills with HVAC&R!
AIRAH has produced a video that celebrates and promotes the essential role played by the HVAC&R industry in the Australian economy and everyday life. AIRAH CEO Tony Gleeson says that although it plays a pivotal role in contemporary life, the sector remains below the radar. “Despite employing 170,000 Australians in a range of occupations and being […]
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simPRO’s Data Feed add-on
simPRO has released a new Data Feed add-on that is designed to save time on data entry. It uses complex algorithms to draw information from multiple electronic formats and interprets it for use in a variety of administrative tasks. It was initially developed for businesses who use simPRO on top of other platforms. The add-on […]
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Future Skilling Australia’s Workforce
Hosted by prominent journalist and author Kerry O’Brien, Australian Industry Standards is holding a series of free Industry Skills Forums around the country to explore current and future skilling needs in the digital age. As more jobs become automated, industries will need to work together to tackle what our workforce of the future will need. […]
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BlueScope signs landmark solar energy deal
On Friday, July 20, Australian steel manufacturer BlueScope signed a seven-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with ESCO Pacific’s Finley Solar Farm. The deal was coordinated by Schneider Electric. The direct agreement will enable ESCO Pacific to start building the farm later this year. It will comprise 500,000 solar panels across a 300ha site located 100km […]
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Resilient Sydney: Extreme heat our biggest risk
Resilient Sydney – a strategy document created by 33 Sydney metropolitan councils and the 100 Resilient Cities initiative – has stressed the importance of planning for climate change. The strategy document was released this week with the aim of strengthening the city’s ability to survive, adapt and thrive in the face of increasing global uncertainty […]
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Tackling air tightness seminar
GBCA (Green Building Council Australia) is holding seminars about air tightness practices for existing and new buildings in Melbourne and Sydney in September. Air tightness is a big challenge that building performance faces. Ensuring that a whole building is well-sealed creates measurably better performance for both energy efficiency and control of the indoor environment. The […]