Find it faster with RIDGID utility location equipment. RIDGID utility locators feature an easy-to-use visual mapping display that allows the location of utility lines and sondes with confidence. These locators can be used with RIDGID SeeSnake® cameras equipped with sonde transmitters to find the camera head during a pipe inspection. They can also be used in conjunction with a line […]
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by Bundaberg Regional Council Bundaberg Regional Council has been taking work underground to reline a number of depreciated sewer mains located below main roads throughout the region. Paul Viljoen, Program Manager at Bundaberg Regional Council, said the program, which was completed in May 2020, focused on older or “at risk” sewer pipes. “The highest consequences and therefore the greatest risks […]
Matt Alliston, Vice President of Specialty Polymer Coatings (SPC), and John Wilton, Managing Director of Piping Specialty Supply Services (PSSS), are pleased to announce the appointment of PSSS as the premier dealer here in Australia for the SPC range of polymer coatings and accessories. Mr Alliston explained, “We have chosen PSSS for its proven ability to not only sell our […]
Powercor has utilised a specialist excavator known as the ‘Spider’ to help navigate the very steep terrain in the Wye River area in Victoria, with works taking place to support the rollout of the National Broadband Network (NBN). The work included replacing power poles, installing new poles and moving high voltage conductors to higher ground. It’s the first time the […]
‘Customer centricity’ has become a strategic focus in the water sector, with key industry players adopting a collaborative approach to provide community-focused innovations. A new era of ‘co-creation’ is enhancing this, enabling asset owners and service providers to combine their knowledge to deliver community-focused infrastructure solutions that will last for generations to come. Reshaping traditional customer relationships The notion of […]
Hawthorn Main Sewer is an ovoid sewer in Melbourne that was constructed in 1903, over 100 years ago. For the sewer to continue to provide reliable wastewater services for the local community, manhole rehabilitation was required. Using CIPM, delivery partners Alternative Lining Technologies and Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure rehabilitated six manholes up to 18m deep, extending their lives for another 50 […]
Technology has become a major part of our modern world, helping to make life easier and safer for many – and utilities are no different. For Gippsland Water, the implementation of advanced technology into its operations has been a no-brainer, with the water utility embracing the use of drone technology over the past few years to help improve the way […]
United Energy has rolled out a suite of advanced technology along the Mornington Peninsula, designed to flag potential network faults early and thereby improve power reliability and safety. Crews have installed 22 Early Fault Detection (EFD) devices across parts of the high voltage network in Rosebud and Dromana to protect some of the most bushfire-prone parts of the Peninsula. The […]
At the end of last year, Bürkert Australia launched its online water show. Participating in a number of online events in 2020 led the team to investigate how they could develop a virtual exhibition stand to deliver key application models and support material in the absence of attending live events. In developing the stand, Marketing and Communications Manager, Pauline Boyd, […]
Emerging from the other side of the pandemic, power industry projects will be under pressure to deliver profits. Increased competition, along with demands for complex services, will further reduce the margin for error. Developing the ability to adapt in the face of uncertainty will be crucial to remaining competitive in this new landscape. Despite putting 2020 behind us, the power […]
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has approved the reimbursement of Endeavour Energy for network recovery costs following the 2019-20 bushfires in New South Wales. The AER has approved a cost pass through application to reimburse Endeavour Energy for replacing powerlines and supporting infrastructure, and restoring services in the Blue Mountains, Southern Highlands and South Coast. AER Chair, Clare Savage, said […]
Pivotel’s Inmarsat BGAN satellite service provides voice and data connectivity at speeds of up to 492kbps, wherever your operations take you. Whether you need to stay connected on the road, at a work site, or anywhere else, Pivotel has a satellite communication solution that will meet your requirements. Choose from terminals that can be carried in a backpack, installed in […]
by Imogen Hartmann, Journalist Victorian Power Networks (VPN) (encompassing the CitiPower and Powercor networks) and United Energy (UE) own and operate large electricity distribution networks, totalling over 850,000 poles and more than 800,000km of line. VPN and UE are required to comply with strict regulations governing the design, configuration and environment of their assets as safely and cost-effectively as possible. […]
Flexibility, versatility and customisation go a long way in any manufacturing venture. If a company is agile enough to handle the changing needs of its clients, that company will stay ahead of more rigid competitors. In the words of VEGA Australia Managing Director, John Leadbetter, “There is no one instrument that does it all.” This tenet is at the heart […]
FLUSHER II is a redesign of the proven HYDRAPULSE Flusher Gate launched by Aussie Trenchless in 2015 to keep those problem sewers clean. FLUSHER II is an innovative gate device that pulses the flow of the sewer to minimise the build-up of fats, oil and grease (FOG) and debris, thus reducing ongoing maintenance costs by removing the need for costly, […]
When it comes to upgrading water mains, the kind of spacers used when slip lining can make installation easier and help to avoid the risk of damage, leading to a more efficient and successful outcome. In a recent water main upgrade project in Australia, kwik-ZIP® HD-30 spacers were installed to facilitate the slip lining of DN125 PE Water Main into […]
Following a successful rollout of 4,000 smart water meters, with the final 300 remaining to be installed shortly, Leeton Shire Council has now launched the associated MyH2o Customer Portal for residents to access their consumption data. Already around 300 residents and commercial customers have signed up to the portal following initial contact from Leeton Shire Council. As an incentive to […]
The Western Australian Water Minister, Dave Kelly, has announced an improved cyclone-proof water storage tank for Karratha, ensuring the security of the city’s water supply. The Western Australian Government, through the Water Corporation, is funding the new 20 million litre tank to replace one damaged by Cyclone Damien in February 2020. The tropical cyclone extensively damaged the roof of the […]
AusNet Services owns and operates the Victorian electricity transmission network, as well as one of five electricity distribution networks and one of three gas distribution networks in Victoria. In March 2020, Zinfra became the operations and maintenance provider for AusNet Services’ transmission and distribution stations network, playing a vital role in the state’s power system security. The TOMSA (Transmission Operations […]
Water utilities are often challenged to do more with less. With ever-growing pressures on service delivery, quality and cost, the demand for improved service levels, and justifications for cost of service are at an all-time high. One solution is to adopt customer-centric approaches to service delivery, asset management strategies and investments. A customer-centric approach adds velocity and adaptability to stability, […]
SUEZ has partnered with Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) to implement a market-leading digital water metering network solution to optimise and reduce peak water consumption and water losses across northern Victoria. After a public tender process, SUEZ was awarded the contract to lead the intelligent water metering project trial using ON’Connect™, an internationally-recognised intelligent water meter solution built on the WIZE […]
Seqwater has reached a crucial milestone on a project to protect an important bulk water pipeline, with over 60 metric tonnes of rock and soil chipped away and removed from an underground tunnel. The 2.5km tunnel, located beneath the Blackall Range, houses a pipeline that transports water from Baroon Pocket Dam to the Landers Shute Water Treatment Plant in Palmwoods. […]
When it comes to maintaining your water assets, reliable, experienced and trained staff are essential to maintaining good operations. But when your staff need time off, sourcing relief operators can be a difficult task. That’s where Simmonds & Bristow come in – the integrated water specialists helping regional, remote and small communities across Australia and the South Pacific make good […]
In a win for sustainability and innovation, WaterGroup has deployed its smart water metering solution into McDonald’s 1000th sustainable flagship restaurant in Melton South, Victoria. WaterGroup’s smart metering solution is one of 25 core sustainability initiatives the restaurant is using to reduce its environmental impact with the aim to test, evaluate and implement industry-leading sustainability innovations into the future. Guenter […]
The presence of oxygen in power transformer oil has been shown to accelerate the aging process of the solid insulation. In order to maximise a transformer’s operational life, its oxygen levels should remain as low as possible. Now there is a new method for detecting transformer air leaks that will extend the life of the transformer as well as save […]
Vehicle detection is becoming an increasingly critical element to monitor and optimise traffic flows for intelligent transport systems. Access to cost effective and accurate detectors delivering real-time data is vital. 2021 will see smart cities implement programs by investing in new transport modes to improve mobility and upgrade existing assets to reduce congestion. Traditionally, intersections and arterial roads are monitored […]
Electricity distributor United Energy is rolling out a $1.7 million program to reduce fire risks and boost power reliability by incorporating new technology into parts of the electricity network. United Energy has started replacing 5.1km of high-voltage powerlines with covered conductor technology across the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, with 2.9km set to be complete by Christmas 2020. The conductors cover […]
A new collaboration between Sydney Water and University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is further reducing leaks and breaks across its network of over 5 million customers across Greater Sydney by implementing acoustic sensors. As part of its continued efforts to implement innovative technologies, Sydney Water selected four leak detection systems to deploy, including WaterGroup’s Sebalog N-3. Currently, Sydney Water has […]
For Gippsland Water, the use of drones in asset inspections has improved safety and delivered cost-savings. Managing Director, Sarah Cumming, said the organisation had embraced the use of drones to improve the way its team carries out essential tasks, like inspecting sites with limited access. “We have a lot of infrastructure that can be difficult to access and inspect, like […]
Telemetry is a system that uses sensors to capture and record data remotely before transferring the data to a different location where it can be monitored and analysed. In the last several years, more cost-effective sensors and reduced network costs have seen an exponential increase in IoT devices across multiple industries. These complex systems can now monitor a wide range […]
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