Has business still travels

It’s just seven weeks into running his own business, and Russell Bailey, managing director of R B Electrical (TGA) Ltd, is already enjoying the new freedom and flexibility it provides. Bailey loves travelling as a hobby, but had found the 60 to 65 thousand kilometres he was clocking up for his previous employer every year somewhat gruelling. Working up to 75 hours a week was definitely cramping his family time and lifestyle.

Electrical Company wins Supreme award

Laser Group certainly made its mark at the 2005 Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards, held on November 12^th at Sky City. The electrical company won the Westpac Franchise System Supreme Award and took out the Business Services category titles of best overall Franchise System and best overall Franchisee.

Automate your home - simplify your life

Recently we arrived early one evening for a BBQ at a friend’s house but there was nobody home. So they phoned their house, unlocked the front door and deactivated the alarm, so we could wait for them inside.

SEW Eurodrive helps with research projects

A research project by Manukau Institute of Technology engineering student Alan Halcrow will help manufacturers fine-tune their automated systems.

The case for reduced voltage starting

The simplest means of motor starting is the Direct On Line (DOL) starter. This is a full voltage starter and comprises a contactor and an overload.