Meeting strict and increasingly complex regulatory requirements is perhaps one of the greatest challenges faced by most modern utilities. The inherently high-risk nature of the sector means it is highly regulated across a number of facets, with vegetation management being an area requiring particular attention. Meeting the challenge of adhering to vegetation regulatory requirements is too complex a task to […]
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Spacers assisting with corrosion management
Utility Journalist Asset management, Features, Maintenance, Pipelines, Safety and Training, Sponsored Editorial 0All pipelines are exposed to a range of physical, climatic and chemical elements that can cause corrosion. This is often exacerbated in harsh environments, where pipelines are exposed to high salt levels or extreme temperatures that can accelerate the rate of decay. Ignoring the effects of corrosion can be costly for asset owners, and planning for corrosion control and mitigation […]
Boosting security for telecommunication assets
Utility Journalist Asset management, Cyber Security, Digital Utilities, Features, Maintenance, Retail, Safety and Training, Sponsored Editorial, Stakeholder Engagement, Telecommunications 0Working with leading telecommunication provider Optus, Spectur has delivered surveillance solutions to protect critical assets from theft and vandalism. After three years of partnering together, Optus and Spectur will extend their collaboration to boost security for vulnerable telecommunication assets and support Optus’s commitment to strengthening mobile network security. Optus has updated its Statement of Works with Spectur through an existing […]
How Qld’s largest sewer was upgraded while the city slept
Katie Livingston Asset management, Features, Irrigation, Maintenance, Pipelines, Projects, Sponsored Editorial, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Over 100 years since its inception, Brisbane’s S1 Main Sewer underwent an ambitious seven-year upgrade. By harnessing the power of innovation, Urban Utilities and its delivery partner, Interflow, have given new life to a hidden but essential piece of infrastructure. Deep under Brisbane’s bustling CBD lies the city’s oldest and largest sewer pipeline. Averaging 1.5m in diameter, the S1 Main […]
Increasing Australia’s digital capabilities and sustainability
Katie Livingston Asset management, Civil Construction, Condition Assessment, Digital Utilities, Electricity, Features, Projects, Retail, Sponsored Editorial 0NBN Co is taking action to address the inherent risks climate change poses to its operations, network continuity and service obligations. By embedding sustainability in all its activities, it aims to deliver on its purpose to lift the digital capability of Australia, while enabling long-term social, economic and environmental value for all stakeholders. The company has committed to a target […]
In this modern age, women’s career aspirations have changed, and what used to be a man’s world is now an industry that benefits from people of all genders working together. Programmed has been taking steps to increase the representation of women in leadership roles and encourage equal representation within trades sectors. The company is proud to see exceptional women thriving […]
The equipment making vegetation management sustainable
Utility Journalist Asset management, Disaster Management, Features, Powerlines, Projects, Safety and Training, Sponsored Editorial, Spotlight, Sustainability 0Asset management is a key responsibility of utilities across Australia, and arguably the most important and critical of these is vegetation and tree clearing around powerlines. Vermeer’s range of equipment offers sustainable vegetation management choices for utilities, and recycling options for project byproducts. These days, individuals and organisations are being urged to consider their choices and make decisions with sustainability […]
Overcoming challenges in Port Melbourne network augmentation project
Utility Journalist Civil Construction, Features, Maintenance, News, Pipelines, Projects, Safety and Training, Sponsored Editorial 0A new innovation precinct in Fishermans Bend is set to position Victoria as a global leader in engineering, manufacturing and design. However, before the redevelopment work could start, there was the complex task of augmenting the existing power network. Daly’s Constructions had to innovate to combat weak ground conditions, traffic management constraints and to navigate 150 existing underground services. The […]
Virtual asset assessment: digital intelligence solving network challenges
Utility Journalist Asset management, Digital Utilities, Disaster Management, Features, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, Projects, Renewable Energy, Safety and Training, Sponsored Editorial, Sustainability 0Utilities across Australia and the globe are increasingly turning to the potential of digital data and digital intelligence to assess the condition of assets. The use of digital technologies and data analytics is disrupting traditional business models, changing the way linear assets are designed, built, inspected, and operated. The COVID-19 pandemic, technological advancements, and regulatory changes, as well as the […]
Augment vegetation management with satellite imagery
Utility Journalist Asset management, Digital Utilities, Features, Maintenance, Powerlines, Projects, Safety and Training, Sponsored Editorial 0From roads and railways to power lines and pipelines, encroaching vegetation can cause downtime, damage and catastrophes. Utility vegetation management remains a huge line item in most annual budgets, involving manual inspection of thousands of infrastructure miles. But it’s mainly reactive maintenance, leaving very little focus on prevention. Satellite technology provides a great opportunity to augment existing methods, offering more […]
Procuring innovative water asset management technology
Utility Journalist Asset management, Digital Utilities, Features, Pipelines, Projects, Pumps, Renewable Energy, Sponsored Editorial, Sustainability, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0The key to Australian water utilities dealing with the impacts of climate change is the use of innovative technology in water and wastewater treatment and management. Procuring the right technology for your utility’s specific operations is essential to bring sustainability and innovation goals from ideas to reality. By introducing sustainable management strategies into an asset’s entire lifecycle, utilities can ensure […]
Everything you need to know about sodium hypochlorite in water treatment
Utility Journalist Asset management, Disaster Management, Features, Safety and Training, Sponsored Editorial, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0One key component of the water treatment process is the disinfection of water, which is often achieved through the use of sodium hypochlorite. Although it is a powerful disinfectant, it is also highly reactive. This article explores how sodium hypochlorite is used in water treatment plants, best practices for storing it, and guidelines for safe handling. Sodium hypochlorite (NaCIO) is […]
Achieving renewable-first controls
Utility Journalist Civil Construction, Digital Utilities, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, News, Renewable Energy, Solar, Sponsored Editorial, Sustainability, Wind 0By Daniel Watson, Automation Solutions Innovator, Yokogawa Distributed energy resources such as solar and wind are pivotal for reaching net zero energy goals, however, the intermittent nature of these renewables can cause an influx of many un-coordinated distributed energy resources that can threaten the reliability of a power grid. However, the solution lies in intelligent and advanced control platforms that […]
Four practical ways to implement effective compliance programs
Utility Journalist Asset management, Digital Utilities, Features, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, Sponsored Editorial, Stakeholder Engagement 0The utility sector is one of the most regulated in the country, if not the world. The quantity and complexity of regulation applying to the industry is increasing daily, as are the penalties for non-compliance. Compliance is moving from an abstract concern to an area requiring direct and focused attention. This article explores four practical ways that leaders in utility […]
The role of digital connectivity in industry 4.0
Utility Journalist Digital Utilities, Features, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, IOT, Sponsored Editorial 0By now, many of us have heard the term Industry 4.0. The promises of using technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI) to create a more interconnected, automated, and intelligent operational environment are inspiring and exciting. With this in mind, connectivity is the foundation layer and first step to digital transformation. Connectivity […]
Think you know how to work near gas pipelines? Think again
Utility Journalist Asset management, Features, Gas, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, Pipelines, Projects, Sponsored Editorial, Sustainability 0Safety is vital when working near gas pipelines, which in the worst case can result in death or injury. Here, Australia’s largest pipeline operator APA outlines some common mistakes people make when working near its 15,000km of transmission pipelines. APA owns and operates networks that deliver half of the natural gas used in Australia. Work conducted by other utilities is […]
Mitigating cybersecurity threats in water and wastewater
Utility Journalist Cyber Security, Digital Utilities, Disaster Management, Features, Sponsored Editorial, Sustainability, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0An increasing reliance on technology in water and wastewater infrastructure management has resulted in cybersecurity challenges becoming a significant concern in the sector, and one that must be addressed to ensure a safe and reliable water supply. As more critical infrastructure is connected to the internet or accessible to staff, it is increasingly targeted by cybercriminals interested in breaching operational […]
Creating innovative solutions to mitigate flood damage
Utility Journalist Asset management, Civil Construction, Features, Sponsored Editorial, Stormwater, Telecommunications, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Across Australia and the globe, EJ is relied upon to design, manufacture and distribute exceptional access solutions for vital infrastructure projects. These projects support the stormwater, wastewater and telecommunications networks necessary in modern society. Each day, EJ solutions play a vital role in the development and maintenance of public and private infrastructure. In early 2022, a series of floods hit […]
Innovative new excavator GPR technology
Utility Journalist Asset management, Civil Construction, Digital Utilities, Features, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, Sponsored Editorial 0Across Australia and the globe, EJ is relied upon to design, manufacture and distribute exceptional access solutions for vital infrastructure projects. These projects support the stormwater, wastewater and telecommunications networks necessary in modern society. Fully integrated into an excavator bucket, the LDR Excavate brings RodRadar’s unique high-resolution, ground-penetrating radar imaging into the operator’s cabin during excavation and earthworks projects. Available […]
The countdown is on to Australia’s Leading Geospatial Conference, happening on the 10 – 12 May 2023 at the Adelaide Convention Centre. With less than two days until the event, Locate has been busy announcing its captivating display of speakers, exhibitors and workshops. With an exceptional number of companies from across the globe, the exhibition hall of Locate23 will give […]
The truths and myths of multi array ground penetrating radar for utility detection
Utility Journalist Asset management, Digital Utilities, Features, Sponsored Editorial 0Let’s remove all the marketing hype and look at the facts and benefits of multi array ground penetrating radar when used in large environments. A multi array ground penetrating radar is a GPR that has multiple antennas set close together. For instance, the Raptor 45 Cart has eight channels, and the Raptor 45 Road system has 18 channels. There are […]
Mcmenon averaging pitot tubes
Utility Journalist Asset management, Features, Pipelines, Sponsored Editorial, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0The MAPT is a multiport self-averaging flow meter with a design based on the classical pitot tube concept of fluid flow measurement. The MAPT produces an averaged differential pressure (DP) signal proportional to the square of the flow rate. The DP output is normally piped to a Differential Pressure transmitter in order to generate an electrical signal proportional to the […]
Local water utilities trialling W-Lab technologies
Tayla Oates Asset management, Civil Construction, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, Sponsored Editorial, Sustainability, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0W-Lab is a technology program, created in partnership with the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA), Isle Utilities and ThinkPlace, to identify the key challenges and to unite the local water industry in strategic problem solving. A W-Lab Roadmap was originally created in 2020 to present solutions to the local water industry, using innovative technologies. This roadmap was revitalised and […]
Reliable and explosion-proof lighting is crucial in industrial environments as it enhances safety, productivity and compliance to reduce maintenance costs and minimise downtime. IPD is a proud supplier of STAHL lighting products, offering an extensive range of lighting solutions suitable for various uses and specifications. STAHL’s new linear luminaires EXLUX is a game-changer in hazardous environments, providing various models for […]
Xugo onboard to deliver vegetation management system
Tayla Oates Asset management, Electricity, Projects, Sponsored Editorial 0SFI Allegro has secured a contract to supply Essential Energy – electricity distributor for 95 per cent of New South Wales and parts of Southern Queensland – with its Vegetation Management System, following a competitive tender process. The contract will see SFI Allegro deploy its Xugo Vegetation Management System – a sustainable, efficient and effective end-to-end vegetation management technology solution […]
It’s been a little more than a year since the launch of UtiliOS, a platform created to help Water Utilities, along with Commercial & Industrial facilities, with meter management and data analytics. Its CEO, Mark Jeremy, reflects on the year and reveals interesting insights into rising markets and the challenges driving people to adopt new technologies like UtiliOS. “We’re experiencing […]
AMS Water Metering has released a new air flow meter, the FCI ST50 Air and Compressed Air Flow meter. The model ST50 is a compact, low cost solution for accurate, repeatable flow rate measurement of air, compressed air or nitrogen. The FCI ST50 is an insertion-style flow meter and has no moving parts. It is available in probe lengths for […]
Remote automation infrastructure transforms distributed water scheme
Tayla Oates Asset management, Civil Construction, Digital Utilities, Irrigation, Projects, Sponsored Editorial, Sustainability, Water 0In 2020, Franklin Harbour District Council implemented a new 23km gravity-fed water scheme to supply up to 200kL of water a day to a large remote farming area north-west of Cowell in South Australia, overcoming challenges around a mountain range separating the area to the connection point. The scheme had to deal with the fact that the farming area was […]
Downer is thrilled to be joining the Australian Water Association at the water sector’s signature national event, Ozwater’23. This annual event brings together the best and brightest from across the industry to network and showcase the breadth of initiatives being delivered in support of safe and sustainable water management. Ozwater has grown to become the biggest water conference in the […]
The Hirschmann BOBCAT switch is the first of its kind to enable real-time communication using Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN). To effectively support the increasing real-time communication requirements in industrial settings, a strong ethernet network backbone is essential. One of the key strengths of the Hirschmann BRS30-8TX/4SFP managed switch is its support for the IEC 61850 standard. This standard is widely used […]
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