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Hazardous area motors ready for pump applications Image: TECO Australia TECO Flameproof Electric Motors are engineered for hazardous environments in mining, oil and gas, water, plus chemical processing applications. Designed to handle pumps, fans and conveyors in explosive atmospheres, all […] The post Hazardous area motors ready for pump applications appeared first on Pump Industry […]

Council calls for State Government investigation into Nathan Dam Image: Downunderphoto/stock.adobe.com Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) has endorsed a motion calling for Queensland State Government support for a comprehensive investigation and feasibility study for a regional raw water supply from the proposed […] The post Council calls for State Government investigation into Nathan Dam appeared first

WorldSkills National Championships to head to Adelaide Image: sebastien rabany/stock.adobe.com Adelaide has been officially announced as the host of the 2027 WorldSkills Australia National Championships and Skills Show. The country’s top apprentices, trainees, vocational students and skills professionals will compete […] The post WorldSkills National Championships to head to Adelaide appeared first on Pump Industry

Pumps power recycled water to Frankston City’s sportsgrounds South East Water joins Frankston Member of Parliament Paul Edbrooke and project partners from ABK, Victorian Government, Frankston City Council and The National Golf Club to mark the occasion. Image: South East Water A new recycled water system in Frankston will keep sportsgrounds green year-round thanks to

Pumping up renewable hydrogen transport in Geelong Image: scharfsinn86/stock.adobe.com The Victorian and Australian Governments are opening Australia’s largest hydrogen refuelling project and the first public service station to offer renewable hydrogen to commercial trucks and transport, helping drive down […] The post Pumping up renewable hydrogen transport in Geelong appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine.

$20 million for Bribie Island rehab solutions Image: Jeremy/stock.adobe.com The Queensland Government is investing $20 million to introduce four innovative solutions, including the use of advanced pump systems, to combat erosion on Bribie Island and safeguard the Pumicestone Passage. […] The post $20 million for Bribie Island rehab solutions appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine.

Who Will Be Mine of the Year? Image: Prime Creative Media Do you know a standout mining operation that deserves national recognition? The search for the next Mine of the Year is on – and it could be as easy as […] The post Who Will Be Mine of the Year? appeared first on Pump

Switching from septic to sewerage to benefit community Image: Yarra Valley Water Lower Plenty residents can now switch from septic tanks to piped sewerage, saving maintenance hassles and benefiting the environment, thanks to works completed by Yarra Valley Water. The modern piped […] The post Switching from septic to sewerage to benefit community appeared first

Improving apprenticeship completion outcomes Image: Lisa F. Young/stock.adobe.com The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) has published new research indicating that pre-apprenticeship programs can significantly increase the likelihood of successfully completing an apprenticeship. This positive impact will […] The post Improving apprenticeship completion outcomes appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine. Read rest of article

Solid foundations needed for Australian heat pump rollout Image: snapshotfreddy/stock.adobe.com The Australian heat pump industry is growing in leaps and bounds, with many rushing to electrify homes and small businesses. However, the industry advocacy group is urging caution and urgent […] The post Solid foundations needed for Australian heat pump rollout appeared first on Pump