Use of open source hardware and software set to grow
28 June, 2013The use of open source hardware and software will continue to grow among both professional engineers and the hobbyist community in 2013, according to the results of a new survey from element14.
CSIRO and DSTO join forces
28 June, 2013The CSIRO and the Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) have signed a strategic relationship agreement aimed at high-impact research priorities.
element14 community launches online competition to mark fourth birthday
20 June, 2013 | Supplied by: element14The element14 community is celebrating its fourth birthday. To mark the occasion, the company has launched a brain teaser competition, with three winners per week being selected to win a Freescale SabreLite development kit.
Rise in electronics consumption drives the e-waste recycling market
18 June, 2013The rapid industrialisation and advancements in technology have led to the accumulation of electrical and electronic waste in Asia-Pacific, compelling governments to pass regulations mandating e-waste recycling.
Engineers, scientists and educators attend 2013 NI LabVIEW developer days
12 June, 2013 | Supplied by: National Instruments Aust Pty LtdNational Instruments recently hosted their 2013 LabVIEW Developer Days, a series of annual events providing an opportunity for new and existing LabVIEW users to learn about time-saving tips and expert development techniques.
EU imposes provisional anti-dumping tariffs on Chinese solar panels
07 June, 2013The European Commission has decided to impose provisional anti-dumping duties on imports of solar panels, cells and wafers from China.
Rockwell Automation appoints new South Pacific sales manager
04 June, 2013In his new role as South Pacific sales manager for Rockwell Automation, Paul Ponticello will drive and support the sales organisation in the areas of planning and execution, productivity and overall effectiveness.
ElectroneX will return to Melbourne in September
03 June, 2013 | Supplied by: Australasian Exhibitions and Events Pty LtdThe annual electronics design and assembly expo will be held at Melbourne Park Function Centre on 11-12 September.
element14 to launch the latest development kits, Raspberry Pi accessories and Eagle at CeBIT
24 May, 2013element14 (formerly Farnell) will present the latest products for applications in communications, wireless, sensing and industrial automation at CeBIT 2013 from 28-30 May in Sydney.
Printed, flexible and organic electronics market to grow to $76.79bn
20 May, 2013The market for printed, organic and flexible electronics will grow from $16.04bn in 2013 to $76.79bn in 2023, predicts research firm IDTechEx.
Glyn opens Christchurch office with Martin de Lange as new BDM
17 May, 2013 | Supplied by: Glyn LtdGlyn High-Tech Distribution has opened an office in Christchurch and appointed Martin de Lange as NZ Business Development Manager.
Nexeon achieves quality certification
15 May, 2013Battery technology company Nexeon has announced that it has achieved certification to the ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management standard. The certification is based on an external evaluation and validation of the company’s quality management system.
Forecasts for third-generation solar technology
10 May, 2013 by Dr Harry Zervos, Senior Technology Analyst, IDTechExThe PV industry slowdown may have negatively impacted the market for dye sensitised solar cells (DSSCs) but the future doesn’t look quite so grim. Market research firm IDTechEx forecasts the DSSCs market to grow to over $130 million by 2023.
Two solar retailers sued for false and misleading claims
10 May, 2013The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has issued proceedings against P & N (Euro Solar) and Worldwide Energy and Manufacturing (Australian Solar Panel) over allegedly false or misleading claims about the country of origin of the solar panels they supply.
Microsensor manufacturer SignalQuest signs distribution agreement with Glyn
08 May, 2013 | Supplied by: Glyn LtdUSA-based microsensor manufacturer SignalQuest has recently signed up Glyn High-Tech Distribution as its distributor for Australia and New Zealand.
