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2 weeks ago | 
electricalconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire
Battery fires have continued to be a nuisance across Australia and one way to keep home owners safer is through smoke alarms. Casey McGuire looks at the role electricians can play. You never think it’s going to happen to you until it does. One day, a home owner left a lithium-ion battery from a drill on charge overnight on the patio of their home. Mind you, he was the president of a major fire protection company in the United States. When he returned home, his house was gone. Where did it go?
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3 weeks ago | 
electricalconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire
Weidmuller Australia has launched the PZ 2.5 S, a small professional crimping tool. On average 90% of connections are in the cross-section range of 2.5mm2 and smaller. The PZ 2.5 S is compact and ergonomic with a small handle width, the opening angle and weight making it easy to use every day without fatiguing the hand, wrist or arm. Previous Article ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT
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3 weeks ago | 
plumbingconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire
Megaflow Green is an alternative to a round PVC agi drain pipe with tests finding it collects and removes water up to 4.9 times faster compared to a 100mm round agi pipe. It has a 40mm wide profile and is faster and more cost effective to install, saving up to 50% in installation costs. It can be laid upwards or sideways without excavating a trench in landscaping applications like behind retaining walls, under driveways, paths, lawns and turf.
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3 weeks ago | 
electricalconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire
Weidmuller has released the Crimpfix Eco, an automated cable assembly machine. It streamlines installation, reduces production costs, boosts value and enhances competitiveness. The Crimpfix Eco is the latest generation of stripping and crimping machines that feature an adjustable stripping unit and an intuitive touchscreen display. The machines offer rapid operation, extended maintenance intervals and are highly durable.
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3 weeks ago | 
electricalconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire
For over 30 years, Electrical Connection magazine has been a stalwart for tips, tricks, new products and news for electricians. Casey McGuire looks over the past 30 years and how the industry has grown. Hip, hip, HOORAY! Hip, hip, HOORAY! Hip, hip, HOORAY!!! It’s Electrical Connection’s birthday and we have turned 30.
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1 month ago | 
electricalconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire
The ARCTick licence scheme is at record levels with major increases in consecutive years. This reflects the sector’s expanding workforce and increasing industry profile. In the 2023-24 financial year, the ARC recorded a net increase of more than 12,618 permits, comprising of 10,692 Refrigerant Trading Authorisations (RTAs). Data suggests the industry will have a strong 2024-25 with projections exceeding 12,000 new licences and business registrations.
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1 month ago | 
electricalconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire
The number of homes starting construction in Australia is expected to increase over the next few years. It’s driven by population growth, low unemployment and falling interest rates. According to the Housing Industry Association (HIA), long-term structural issues continue to pose risks to housing affordability and national supply targets. HIA chief economist Tim Rearson says the sector is indicating improved confidence following a period of weak activity, particularly in apartment construction.
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1 month ago | 
electricalconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire
Engineers have developed a water-based battery that can help homes store rooftop solar energy safely, cheaply and more efficiently. The flow batteries have existed for decades but have normally been used in large-scale energy storage because of the large size and slow charge speeds.
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1 month ago | 
buildingconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire
Termites have changed how buildings are structured to prevent the wood eating insects from deteriorating the infrastructure. Charles Darwin University (CDU) Professor of Architecture Lindy Burton says a key component when designing buildings to support the wellbeing of occupants is air flow. The termite mounds across Territory landscapes were perfect examples of the naturally ventilated, self-cooling cathedrals that termites design and thrive in.
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1 month ago | 
electricalconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire
Cody De Waal, trading as Customised Electrics and Air, was ordered to pay a $3,500 fine and costs of $951.50 at Perth Magistrates Court after pleading guilty to two breaches of the Electricity (Licensing) Regulations 1991. The court was told Cody never held any electrical licence and was never a licensed electrical worker or contractor. In March 2025, Cody responded to a home owners request for electrical work via a services website.
