Energy Efficiency
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Pumps are arguably the most common machine in power and process industry, and major consumers of energy, yet relatively little information is available on the application of predictive maintenance/condition monitoring to them. When deterioration in performance of a centrifugal pump causes a drop in plant production, overhaul is readily justified, as its cost is usually small in proportion.
New carbon capture method pumps up engineers
Until now, carbon capture developments have focused mainly on removing greenhouse gases at their source, such as the emissions of...
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Sludge transport gets a makeover
How can we improve our sludge transport efficiency? One new tool is air powered and sustainable. The Australian wastewater industry...
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Electric fire truck pilot provides positive outcomes
Seeing the consequences of climate change has seen this emergency management body fast-track its pilot of an electric fire truck....
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AI-controlled heat pumps could increase efficiency
Artificial Intelligence (AI) helps heat pumps to operate more efficiently by avoiding incorrect device settings and optimizing system operation. The...
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Feedback sought for electrifying buildings in Victoria
The Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) have developed a...
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Get licensed plumbers for heat pumps, says VBA
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) has been informed that, in some instances, practitioners have been working without their licence or...
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Lower energy bills through industrial heat pumps
The Victorian Government is helping big manufacturing and industrial businesses find new ways to slash their energy bills. Minister for...
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NABERS goes to school to rate energy and water performance
Australian schools are getting smarter on their energy and water performance, meaning more comfortable classrooms for kids and securing savings...
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Pumped hydro project progress in Borumba
On 13 September 2024, the Governor in Council approved the Queensland Coordinator-General’s recommendation to direct Queensland Hydro to undertake exploratory...
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Better loan rates for heat pumps and clean energy
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) will collaborate with ING Australia to deliver low-rate green home loans as a sub-account...
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