Transgrid is trialling advanced drone technology to inspect its high-voltage transmission network in New South Wales and the ACT to help keep local communities safe from bushfires. Transgrid Executive General Manager of Delivery, Jennifer Hughes, said, “We take preparation for bushfire season very seriously and the safety of our people, landowners and communities is our first priority. “We are trialling [...]
Rotronic, part of Process Sensing Technologies, has launched a new version of its HygroCal humidity validation instrument, which speeds up on-site validation of relative humidity (RH) sensors. The lightweight, portable HygroCal100 Advanced allows on-site technical and quality control teams to make quick and simple evaluations of up to seven RH probes at once. The Rotronic HygroCal100 Advanced (HC100A) is a fully integrated, [...]
A research and development project from University of Queensland (UQ) has won an international innovation award for successfully tackling odour and corrosion in sewers. Dr Jiuling Li from the Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology at UQ has developed real-time control and chemical dosing technology to combat hydrogen sulphide. “Hydrogen sulphide is also known as rotten egg gas – it [...]
TPG Telecom and South East Water have joined forces to deliver the largest digital water meter rollout in Australia. The ten-year deal will see TPG Telecom help South East Water to replace its old, mechanical water meters with one million narrowband internet of things (NB-IoT) smart meters across its 27,000km pipe network. The new, digital water meters are estimated to save [...]
An investment in new monitoring technology at Chinaman Creek Dam aims to provide the community with more reliable flood warning information. A network of CCTV cameras, telemetry, and an early warning system have been installed by Cloncurry Shire Council, to build resilience to future flood events. The $300,000 Telemetry, Monitoring and Early Warning System project was jointly funded by the [...]
A streamlined construction process begins with access to accurate underground data at the design phase of a project, but how can engineers ensure that they are working with precise and up-to-date information? Utility explores how new utility modelling technology is helping engineers navigate the murky world of underground utilities. Most infrastructure construction projects begin with an engineer or CAD designer [...]
In the utility industry, ensuring the integrity of security seals is paramount, and when a legal issue arises, proving that a seal’s number is unique and exclusively issued to your company is crucial. But how do you ensure your supplier can provide the necessary documentation? As Australia’s first dedicated security seal supplier, Harcor understands just how important a well-managed and [...]
As energy costs continue to increase globally, industry strives to achieve energy efficiency and to reduce overheads to minimise the total cost of operations. Improved awareness of energy usage is the foundation for any strategic energy management program, but the implementation is complex and it can be difficult to know where to start. This is why NHP is excited to [...]
From humble beginnings in Germany, VEGA is now a world-leading innovator in pressure sensor technology. John Leadbetter, Managing Director at VEGA Australia, shares how the company has served diverse industries across the globe with its reliable solutions and commitment to customer service. VEGA, a family-owned company, was established in 1959 in Germany’s Black Forest, with an initial focus on the [...]
Water is our most precious resource, and utilities can’t take chances when it comes to the supply of water to our communities. Understanding the condition of water pipelines is integral to supplying safe drinking water for communities, we look at technology that allows for thorough condition assessment without supply interruption. To optimise infrastructure management and ensure the reliability of its [...]
The Ballarat North Trunk Sewer Project is nearing completion with a 1km sewer pipeline now installed. Central Highlands Water (CHW) said its project team will commence pressure testing the pipeline, which includes CCTV camera inspections and commissioning. The pipeline will connect to the existing sewer network at the Ballarat North Reclamation Plant, where the wastewater is treated to become [...]
Phoenix Contact is the leading provider of high-quality electrical and electronic components and systems. To drive the All-Electric Society forward, “Complete Cabinet Confidence” is the preeminent program to build cabinet solutions for electrification, networking, and automation. Lifetime Warranty: A Testament to Quality and Customer Satisfaction Phoenix Contact Australia New Zealand understands the critical role their products play in operations. That’s [...]
Migrating to the ArcGIS Utility Network (UN) is a significant step for utility network management. However, it can be a large-scale project that seems daunting at first. To maximise the benefits of this new system, ensuring data quality is of utmost importance. That’s why we have designed a comprehensive approach and a suite of tools to streamline your migration and [...]
Energy waste can be found anywhere and everywhere in an industrial setting, from lights left on and poor temperature control to inefficient motors or machines running idle for extended periods of time. These days, with energy shortages and rising fuel prices, this waste can quickly add up and cost industries dearly in terms of their ability to maintain output [...]
The landscape of utility management is witnessing a significant shift with the introduction of Captis S2, a pioneering development set to redefine remote monitoring. This innovation heralds a new era for utilities, promising a solution to the longstanding challenge of battery longevity in IoT devices. With an impressive 20- year lifespan, the Captis Series 2 Battery is not just enhancing [...]
Non-Destructive Testing is any of a wide group of analysis techniques used in science and technology to evaluate the properties of a material, component or system without causing damage. Here, we look at the different types of Non Destructive Testing and the advantages the different techniques offer. Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), also known as Non-Destructive Inspection or Non-Destructive Examination, offers a [...]
Managing a water treatment system for a major metropolitan network requires careful monitoring and streamlined processes to ensure that operations are not interrupted. Here, we take a look at how a United States water utility implemented pressure transmitters to automate their processes and deliver precise and reliable data. Operating a massive metropolitan water treatment system is a mammoth task that [...]
Reveal has launched a new Unified Utility Model to help engineers understand the murky world of underground utility information and deliver their projects on-time and on-budget. Most infrastructure construction projects begin with an engineer or CAD designer compiling maps from asset owners of all the existing utilities in a project scope area. It’s a painstaking and time-consuming exercise and, as [...]
As the major representative body for locators in Australia, NULCA today provides essential leadership and support to its members and works to eliminate network damages, personal injury and costs to the community during excavation and construction activities. Here, we uncover the history of the association and the events that laid the foundation for the NULCA as we know it today. [...]
In the intricate world of manufacturing, control cabinets play a pivotal role in protecting automation components, power distribution systems and electrical components from the negative effects of external influences such as dust, humidity or extreme temperatures. Control cabinets are typically vertical, steel enclosures with servo drives and other electromechanical components that control or monitor machinery and factory systems associated with [...]
Without proper assessment and maintenance, ageing pipelines present a significant risk and if left unattended failure of these assets can shut down supply and have a serious impact on customers and communities. This article looks at how innovative condition assessment technology can help utilities tackle these challenges and keep disaster at bay. Australia and New Zealand's water utilities face the [...]
Around the globe, expert brew masters, process engineers and their plant teams who depend on the accurate and dependable measurement of air, compressed air, process gases and waste gases under demanding quality conditions have found that the ST Series Thermal Flow Meters from Fluid Components International (FCI) offer them the best recipe for instrument performance, long-life, low maintenance safety and [...]
Endeavour Energy is one of Australia’s biggest electricity distributors, and the task of managing its assets is large and complex. The utility recently undertook the task of upgrading their vegetation management system, and has implemented a software platform that has significantly simplified a once complicated part of its overall asset management program. Endeavour Energy is a leading electricity distribution company [...]
Barwon Water is partnering with Iota to accelerate the development of water saving technology to address challenges facing Victoria’s water sector. With support from a technology platform developed at South East Water, Barwon Water will accelerate and expand its digital meter rollout to save water, following successful trials in Apollo Bay and Birregurra. The trial in Apollo Bay, part of [...]
With the miniaturisation and compact size of many products and technologies used today, sensors need to be designed to fit all types of applications, both big and small. This is especially true in the medical, aerospace, industrial automation, and automotive industries. Miniature load cells are engineered for use in applications that require a light touch, are lightweight, or require less [...]
The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) and Barwon Water are supporting an environmental monitoring program which will assess the health of the Upper Barwon River to guide its future management. The organisations have engaged the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action’s Arthur Rylah Institute to conduct electrofishing surveys over the next two years to understand the health of fish [...]
Researchers at RMIT University have designed an early fault detection (EFD) system for energy networks that is being used to help prevent bushfires and blackouts in North America, Europe and Australia. IND Technology, the company that commercialised the innovation, is seeking funding from the Federal Government to assist with rolling out the EFD system across all single-wire earth return (SWER) [...]
Engineers monitoring natural gas compressors for dry seal leaks of toxic, combustible methane (CH4) gas will find the ST75 Series Thermal Mass Flow Meter from Fluid Components International (FCI) provides them with precision CH4 gas monitoring to detect hazardous, non-compliant and costly gas leaks. The compact ST75 Series Air/Gas Flow Meters offer accurate, repeatable CH4 measurement to meet environmental regulations, [...]
Non-destructive testing equipment refers to an array of inspection techniques that allow operators to gain information about an asset, system or component without damaging it. In the utility industry, non-destructive testing equipment is regularly used to provide valuable insights into critical infrastructure when treading carefully is of the utmost importance. When it comes to inspection, testing and non-destructive testing (NDT) [...]
By Gregg McCallum, Utilities Enterprise Manager, Nearmap Sydney Water, Australia’s largest water utility, is streamlining its asset maintenance processes and improving efficiencies across its complex waste and water networks, with help from innovative digital solutions. From proactively identifying and scheduling repair needs and resolving customer complaints, to ensuring compliance with regulations — Sydney Water delivers its services safely and reliably [...]
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