Smart technology was once again successfully deployed to pinpoint a leak on a water network valve near a busy intersection on the Eyre Highway in Port Augusta West, helping minimise interruption to customers and commuters. The leak had been identified close to an intersection near the Joy Baluch AM Bridge, however its exact location was unknown and complicated by the […]
Developed after inspecting over 90,000km of powerlines using beyond visible line of sight (BVLOS) flights, the Terra Drone solution suite leverages Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to automate damage detection – such as rust on bolts, birds nests and loosening of tower parts – and vegetation management in power transmission and distribution equipment. Terra Drone Corporation, the world’s largest provider of industrial drone solutions, has […]
More than 700m of water main in the centre of Port Lincoln is set to be replaced over the coming months as part of efforts by SA Water to continually improve services for customers. The work, which will install new pipes along Liverpool Street and Porter Street, is part of SA Water’s $137 million investment to replace around 375,000m of […]
A $3.49 million project to upgrade wastewater infrastructure is set to begin in the Perth suburb of Ellenbrook to support population growth in the City of Swan. The upgrades will be completed by local contractors and involve 26 Western Australian workers. The State Government, through Water Corporation, will start work this week to install a new 2.4km pipeline to improve […]
Ausgrid has completed a comprehensive safety program to ensure the electricity network is ready for what is already proving to be a very busy bushfire season. Ausgrid Chief Operating Officer, Trevor Armstrong, said the program included more than 190,000 air and ground inspections. “Safety is our number one priority and these inspections are a key part of our annual bushfire […]
Western Power has introduced advanced metering infrastructure on the South West Interconnected System, unlocking future benefits including the ability to integrate more renewable energy and improve safety. Currently, Western Power has installed 23,000 meters as it works towards installing 238,000 units – in the first phase – across existing network connections and for new homes over the next few years. […]
For those seeking a thermal imaging camera solution to identify heat spots, measure temperature, identify water leaks or damage, FLIR ONE Pro provides a cost-effective, compact and easy-to-use solution to identify problems quickly. Suitable for almost all industries and applications, the FLIR ONE Pro converts a user’s smart phone into a high-resolution thermography sensor and can measure temperatures up to […]
Aquaculture operators in search of a better way to automate testing for DO, pH, ammonia and other parameters will find the modular plug-n-play T80-S80 Analyser System from Electro-Chemical Devices (ECD) simplifies operations and lowers total operating costs. In aquaculture, the reliable detection of levels of dissolved oxygen (DO), pH, ammonia and other parameters is essential to keep fish healthy. These […]
Works are underway on a critical Powerlink transmission line perched on a steep Far North Queensland mountainside, as part of a $6 million specialised maintenance project. Queensland Energy Minister, Dr Anthony Lynham, said crews started on site in mid-August, working on the 50-year-old towers that bring electricity from Barron Gorge Power Station to the Cairns area. “This four kilometres of […]
700 properties across the Queensland city of Logan are set to receive new, real-time water monitoring devices as part of phase one of Logan Water’s implementation of the technology. The smart meters, due to be rolled out from September 2019, will replace existing 20mm mechanical water meters, while new data loggers will be attached to existing mechanical water meters larger […]
Western Power has commenced a new inspection trial, using drones to assist with visual inspections of faults around the Northam and Geraldton areas. The drones will increase response times to outages and detect faults, and are capable of withstanding electromagnetic interference, allowing safe navigation near powerlines. Drone pilots will be able to switch between two different cameras, a high powered […]
Victoria’s Coliban Water has become the first water corporation in Australia to participate in the American Water Works Association’s (AWWA) Partnership for Safe Water Distribution System Optimisation program. Executive General Manager Water Quality, David Sheehan, said the organisation was proud to be the first non-North American water corporation to participate in the program. “The aim of the program is to […]
Hydraulic and plumbing specialists using copper piping the world over have always relied on soldering for all types of installations. But for more than 20 years, German plumbing engineering company Viega has revolutionised pipe systems press connection technology as a faster and safer alternative. Established almost 120 years ago in Germany, Viega is leading the way internationally when it comes to press […]
For the Griffith University researchers examining the benefits of digital water meters, their work became personal when one of them recently received a high usage letter from their water business following their quarterly meter reading. An early leak alert from a digital meter would have saved most of the 92kL above normal usage, and the cost of $360 for water […]
In an Australian first, Melbourne Water is set to trial real-time monitoring technology of an industrial stormwater catchment at Dandenong Creek to address industrial pollution following a high-profile foam pollution event in November 2017. Senior Planning Engineer from Melbourne Water, Heath Baker, said that following the foam spill the community, Melbourne Water and the Council were keen to find a […]
Powerlink has enlisted the help of helicopters to undertake inspections across Central and North Queensland in order to maintain the reliability and safety of its electricity network. Inspections will take place late June through to August 2019 (weather permitting) in areas including Alligator Creek, Clare, Kelso, Mulgrave, Rangemore, Woodstock, Bouldercombe, Marlborough, Nebo and Stanwell where Powerlink’s network is located. Powerlink […]
Corrosion professionals across Australia are set to gather in Melbourne in July 2019 for an International Symposium focusing on the latest advances in corrosion science and corrosion engineering. Hosted by the Australasian Corrosion Association (ACA), this two-day event will be held on 24-25 July 2019 at the Marriott Hotel in Melbourne. The symposium will celebrate the significant contributions of the […]
Central Highlands Water in Victoria and La Trobe University are undertaking trials of the new SAPP2R (Sewer Access Point Penetration Review) Robot to assess the condition of sewer assets. Central Highlands Water’s Managing Director, Paul O’Donohue, said the primary components of any asset management program includes the identification, location and condition of assets. “The SAPP2R team from La Trobe University […]
Update 12 July 10:05am AGL has announced the appointment of GE Power Australia Pty Ltd (GE) to complete repairs on Unit 2 at the Loy Yang A Power Station. GE has been selected to complete the repair works following an extensive procurement process, involving multiple vendors. AGL Executive General Manager Group Operations, Doug Jackson, said ensuring the unit’s future reliability […]
A new, digital innovation trial by Hunter Water is currently underway to assist in finding and fixing hidden leaks and predicting water main bursts before they occur. The 12-month trial will involve using Internet of Things (IoT) devices with data science, and acoustic monitoring technology, to monitor the water pressure and flow in parts of the network at Lake Macquarie […]
Icon Water is currently undertaking a widespread transformation program looking to align people, process and technology within its Business Strategy. As part of this transformation, Icon Water has been modernising its Geospatial Information System (GIS). This has resulted in full connectivity established across the entirety of its networks, including flow direction across the sewer network. The innovative GIS approach has […]
One of the long-running challenges for utilities in managing their assets has been finding ways to easily access, survey and inspect their networks. The introduction of drone technology is providing network owners with new perspectives on their assets in unprecedented detail, and Zinfra is now offering drones as part of its asset inspection services on a routine basis. Zinfra’s interest […]
While dam failures are rare in Australia, the catastrophic ramifications of poor management have been felt as recently as January 2019, with the collapse of the Vale Tailings Dam in Brazil and the consequent loss of hundreds of lives. Committed to mitigating risks, Melbourne Water undertakes regular inspections and tests on its dams to not only protect these key assets, […]
Sydney Water’s Customer Hub has taken out a Global Water Award for 2019 Smart Water Project of the Year, following on from its achievement as the Australian 2019 Digital Utility of the Year – Water. The Smart Water Project of the Year award recognised the project that most effectively harnessed digital solutions to achieve excellence in water or wastewater management in […]
According to The Age, an investigation is underway after an Evoenergy drone worth an estimated $500,000 was shot down near Canberra on 14 February while undertaking surveying works. An ACT Policing spokesperson reportedly confirmed the incident in Tennent, ACT, just after 2pm on 14 February. Evoenergy has not yet provided a statement, though its 2018 annual planning report suggests that […]
Restoring power after natural disasters could soon be easier, with drones set to assist in inspecting and repairing damage to Queensland’s electricity network. For crews on the ground, fault-finding is time-consuming and challenging in areas where damage is widespread and vehicle access has been cut by fallen trees, flooding or muddy terrain. Ergon Energy’s Chief Remote Pilot, John Mordacz, said […]
Machinery manufacturers and plant engineers relying on the pneumatic control of automated assembly lines and end-to-end packaging equipment can reduce their operational compressed air energy costs significantly with the highly repeatable and dependable FS10i Flow Switch Monitor from Fluid Components International (FCI). Many types of automated assembly lines and packaging machinery frequently use compressed air to perform embedded processes in […]
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