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Evnex launches NZD $799 smart charger for budget EVs
Cartech

Evnex launches NZD $799 smart charger for budget EVs

Evnex unveils the locally made E2 Flex smart charger at NZD $799, targeting budget EV owners as home charging demand and battery sizes grow.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Fri, 9th Jan 2026
Stop electrical fires and stay ahead of regulations with new AFDD tech
Smart Home

Stop electrical fires and stay ahead of regulations with new AFDD tech

Rising home electricity use is heightening fire risk, as the new device could help owners avoid rewiring costs and meet tougher rules.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2020
New device raises the bar in electrical safety and fire protection
Risk & Compliance

New device raises the bar in electrical safety and fire protection

Mandatory arc fault detection rules and rising fire risk in New Zealand are prompting electricians to adopt a compact all-in-one device.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Nov 2018
A complete electrical safety checklist for office workers
Health and Safety

A complete electrical safety checklist for office workers

Electrical hazards cause thousands of US deaths and billions in damage each year, making regular checks vital for office safety.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 2nd Sep 2018
How to keep your workplace safe from electrical hazards
Risk & Compliance

How to keep your workplace safe from electrical hazards

Workplace electrocutions remain a daily risk, with faulty gear, poor training and unsafe cables driving fatal shocks and fires.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2018

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Siemens boosts circuit protection with circular soft starter
Hyperscale

Siemens boosts circuit protection with circular soft starter

Siemens expands SENTRON circuit protection and unveils a refurbished SIRIUS soft starter built for circularity and lower CO2 emissions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2026
Siemens unveils revolutionary SENTRON ECPD for circuit protection
Safety

Siemens unveils revolutionary SENTRON ECPD for circuit protection

Siemen's latest innovation, the SENTRON ECPD circuit protection device, enables better safety, flexibility, and substantial energy and space savings. The device disconnects a thousand times quicker than typical counterparts and uses 80% less distribution board space.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
Siemens to showcase sustainability solutions at Light + Building 2024
Clean technologies

Siemens to showcase sustainability solutions at Light + Building 2024

Siemens to reveal groundbreaking products and strategic collaborations for sustainable infrastructure at Light + Building 2024, underpinning global shift towards sustainability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2024
Eaton opens new Late-Point Definition Centre in ANZ
Eaton

Eaton opens new Late-Point Definition Centre in ANZ

The new facility offers local customised solutions for its customers across the Australia and New Zealand region.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2020
New appointments bolster Eaton ANZ leadership team
Power / Energy

New appointments bolster Eaton ANZ leadership team

The appointments strengthen Eaton's power distribution offering as it focuses on meeting growing demand for products, systems and engineering services.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2020
Eaton unveils new power distribution partner programme
DataCentre infrastructure

Eaton unveils new power distribution partner programme

Eaton unveils its Power Distribution Partner Program to enhance national presence and meet rising demand in industrial, commercial, and utilities sectors.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Nov 2018
Eaton continues Asia expansion with new Singapore office
Disaster Recovery

Eaton continues Asia expansion with new Singapore office

Eaton strengthens its footprint in Asia with a new Singapore office, housing 200 employees and adding a customer experience centre to boost local innovation.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Aug 2017
Bel opens power solution facility in Taiwan
Hyperscale

Bel opens power solution facility in Taiwan

Expanding Bel Power Solutions' presence to this technology hub in Taiwan is a critical step in accelerating Bel Group's penetration into key markets.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 16th Aug 2016
Eaton powers up local business with new ANZ boss for Power Distribution
Eaton

Eaton powers up local business with new ANZ boss for Power Distribution

Eaton has appointed a new general manager for its local Power Distribution business, as it seeks to ramp up its market presence.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 30th May 2016

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Rapoo launches 65W laptop power bank in India
eCommerce

Rapoo launches 65W laptop power bank in India

Portable charging demand is pushing Rapoo into the laptop power bank market, with a 20,000mAh model priced at INR 4,499 in India.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2026
Siemens powers Bluegame BGF45 yacht with smart electrification
Clean technologies

Siemens powers Bluegame BGF45 yacht with smart electrification

Siemens has partnered with Bluegame to equip the new BGF45 yacht with SENTRON ECPD technology, enhancing electrification, safety and sustainability at sea.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025