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Electric updates: wiring an old house

Quite oftenly we are presented with a situation of wiring an old house in one of the Melbourne suburbs. Here is the thing to remember. Make sure you always stock in your van , several types of different style of old fuses and its mounting bases. Replacing a fuse…

Scientists develop liquid that can store solar energy for more than a decade

Solar power has been lauded as the answer to moving away from fossil fuel-dependent power supplies. However, having consistent access to solar power has proven difficult due to issues with storing for long periods of time. These problems might just be about to be solved though. A series…

Important new landlord electrical safety legislation update

Ensure only licensed electrical professionals perform all electrical work Before re-letting, ensure all appliances are safe and any unsafe appliance is repaired or disposed of Ensure electrical appliances are cleaned regularly in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions – particular attention should be paid to dust build-up on cooling fan inlets…

5 New Battery Technologies That Will Change the Future

Your phone is about to go dead—again—and you can’t find a place to plug it in. Your laptop is getting hot…is the battery about to catch on fire? How far from home should you drive your electric vehicle? As scenarios like these become increasingly common, it’s clear that we need batteries that store more, last longer, and are safer to use. Fortunately, new battery technologies are coming our way.