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Can-do clamp
S-5! has introduced the CanDuit clamp, designed to secure and support chases and raceways, cable trays, gas piping, condensate lines and other round-shaped objects to metal roofs.
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See change
The application of phase-change material thermal energy storage, with a state-of-the-art control algorithm has enabled the world’s largest living coral reef aquarium in Townsville to make full use of its onsite solar electricity generation. Sean McGowan reports on this AIRAH–Award–winning technology.
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Determined David
Adelaide-based David Brown, M.AIRAH, is commercial property manager for Global Intertrade. He previously served on AIRAH’s SA division committee.
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Honeybees, locusts, sustainability, resilience and performance
A co-founder of the Institute for Sustainable Leadership based, Dr Gayle Avery is a pioneer in the burgeoning field of sustainable leadership.
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Some Assembly required
AIRAH launches COVID-19 knowledge hub: the IAQ Assembly
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Let’s get started
We can’t change the things that have already occurred, but we can try and make an impact on the future, so let’s get started at the very least. Of course, I’m not wishing to be political, but with a coming federal election we all have the opportunity and responsibility to vote for those who we think are best aligned with our vision for the future.
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ABC pays tribute to James Harrison
Australian refrigeration pioneer James Harrison has featured in an episode of ABC rural affairs program Landline.
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Q&A: Iain Stewart, Affil.AIRAH
Ecolibrium breaks bread with the Melbourne-based cofounder and CEO of Exergenics. Stewart earned the 2021 AIRAH Future Leader Award.
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All heart
AIRAH’s Victorian division recently took in a site visit of Australia’s first special cardiac healthcare facility.
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Dwyer lifts its status
Designed for low-differential-pressure applications that require stringent pressure monitoring and alarming, the RSME room status monitor can be configured to monitor positive or negative pressure.
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Exploring the potential of personal radiant cooling systems
In the future, many Australian HVAC systems may be required to deal with harsher environmental conditions due to more extreme climatic conditions and a push to increase population centres in more northern and central regions of the country.
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Walking the talk
The new-look 388 George Street office tower in Sydney’s CBD represents one of the largest commercial office building refurbishments the city has ever seen. As Sean McGowan reports, the multidisciplinary approach taken by consulting engineer Arup has delivered world-class amenity, connectivity and comfort to tenants. Importantly, the clever refurb integrates the site with a newly pedestrianised George Street.
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Fine fit from Fujitsu
Fujitsu General has launched new Mid Static Slimline R32 and Mid Static Slimline R32 high performance (HP) models, specially designed with a narrow 240mm high chassis and built-in drain pump for tighter bulkhead or ceiling applications.
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You cannot be what you cannot see
The International Network for Women in Cooling has been launched to advance the engagement of women, promote career opportunities, and increase female participation in the HVAC&R sector.
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Conversation about digitilisation
CSIRO energy leader Dr Stephen White, F.AIRAH, is one of the founders of i-Hub.
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Joining forces for efficiency
ABB’s motion and electrification businesses in Australia have joined the Energy Efficiency Council (EEC) as a new industry leader member.
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A primer on pronouns
For the uninitiated, seeing pronouns such as she/her, he/him, they/them, or other variations for the first time can be confusing. So, we decided to provide a quick summary.
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Breath of fresh air
A finalist in the Excellence in Sustainability category for the 2021 AIRAH Awards, The Annex at 12 Creek Street is set among Brisbane’s heritage-listed fig trees. As Sean McGowan reports, the building’s design promotes connection with the outdoors, as well as with others.
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An all-electric future
As we wrestle with the various issues around climate change, one trend has become clear. We are now on an inevitable drive for an all-electric HVAC&R future.
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In the Q
Hotel quarantine has officially ended in Victoria, with the purpose-built Victorian Quarantine Hub becoming the sole quarantine site for unvaccinated travellers as of this month.