EAT June 2007

News
Keeping you abreast of developments in the electrical, instrumentation, measurement, automation and control industries.
Arena powers up to dazzle the world  
Kevin Kevany is finally given a tour of the Vector Arena, New Zealand’s largest, multi-purpose, all-weather facility.
Careful preparation saves lives in lahar
A Hamilton-based company is behind the lahar warning system that faultlessly kept motorists safe from a deadly volcanic mud flow.
Making the vehicle fit the job
Today’s vehicular workhorses often need to be personalised for the specific use to which they are going to be put. We offer some suggestions.
Power modules: the next generation
Power electronics play an increasingly important role in the automotive industry but the lines separating power modules from motor drives is becoming increasingly blurred.
Cables and cabling
There will always be the need for specialist wiring and cabling in the world of communication, data transfer, power supply and automation. We profile companies making an impact in this field.
Technology showcase
The latest technology developments for the electrical and automation industries.