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Using thermal imaging to diagnose electrical problems

Tuesday 06 January 2009

MIKE Shekhtman from Goodyear has written on how thermal imagers can help detect electrical problems.


Video highlights onsite transformer repairs

Wednesday 12 November 2008

ABB Transformer Service has released a video showing the company’s solution for repairing, refurbishing and retrofitting transformers on site.


Remote monitoring system for drives slashes maintenance costs

Wednesday 15 October 2008

ABB has launched a performance monitoring system for its drives, said to optimise service and reduce maintenance costs over the units’ lifecycle.


ABB to help Rio Tinto upgrade production rates

Tuesday 30 September 2008

ABB AUSTRALIA will be helping Rio Tinto increase the capacity at its iron-ore mining and production facilities, by installing electrification equipment in the Pilbara region.


Protection relay helps with preventive maintenance of motors

Thursday 11 September 2008

NHP Electrical Engineering has partnered with Sprecher + Schuh to release a new electronic motor protection relay said to be DeviceNet ready.


Portable power for Incitec Pivot’s plant

Thursday 28 August 2008

ABB AUSTRALIA will be providing more reliable power for Incitec Pivot’s new ammonium nitrate plant at Moranbah, Queensland.


Power substation to be upgraded

Friday 15 August 2008

ENERGEX will be embarking on a $2.9m project to upgrade its Bromelton power substation in Queensland.


Replacement and repair equipment procured

Tuesday 22 July 2008

AUSENCO has obtained all the replacement equipment for repairing the Lumwana copper facility, which was damaged by fire on 7 July 2008.


Direct-to-drive whitepaper

Monday 10 March 2008

ROCKWELL Automation has released a white paper which describes a drive design which can eliminate the use of isolation transformers in drill rig operations and platforms.


Multi-functional ceiling insulator

Wednesday 20 February 2008

ARROWFORM has released a ceiling insulator made from lightweight high-temperature fire resistant polymer, said to prevent ceiling fires, prevent entry of dust and insects, provide indoor sound insulation, and prevent and bridge gaps in the ceiling.


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