LED T8 Linear Fluorescent

SubstiTUBE Basic is the evolution in LED replacement for the traditional T8 18W and 36W fluorescent, working on conventional control gear providing instant-on LED lighting without warm up time. The exchange of starter and the replacement of the lamp is all that needs to be done. SubstiTUBE® BASIC has an homogenous light output and a uniformly diffused 120° light distribution pattern. The BASIC emits no UV, contains no mercury and with the longer average life provides lower maintenance cost whilst still reducing energy consumption by 50%. SubstiTUBE Basic – the simple energy saving solution.

Features and Benefits:

• More than 50% energy savings
• Simple & easy installation
• Very high efficiency
• Long life of 30,000 hours
• Mercury free
• Available in 2 and 4 foot versions
• No UV emissions
• Fits directly into standard T8 fluorescent luminaires
• Uniformly diffused light 120° lighting
• Flexible and robust construction
• CO2 footprint reduced by half
• Meets IEC 62560 safety standard
• Instant switch-on time

The ABB ­iDock with its simple elegance blends with every environment. With the Apple* remote control the iPod* or the iPhone* are easy to operate from a distance. Even MP3 players from other manufacturers can be connected to a 3.5 mm jack socket. The iDock offers excellent inter­play with the Digital Radio or integration with Audio-World®.

Because music can have a powerful influence on the atmosphere in a room, whether relaxing or stimulating – sound waves directly affect body and spirit. And therefore one’s well-being. That is why music as a permanent part of life also deserves a fixed place in the living environment. Matching one’s personal style.

The ABB iDock offers each iPod* or iPhone* a permanent place in the home. Its simple design fits every type of atmosphere. With the Apple* remote control the iPod* or the iPhone* can be conducted comfortably from a distance. Also MP3 players from other manufacturers can be connected to a 3.5 mm jack socket. Perfect interplay offers the ABB iDock with the ABB Digital Radio or the integration in ABB Audio-World®.

For more information contact your nearest Ideal Branch today.

*Apple, the Apple logo, iPod classic, Ipod nano and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple inc., which are registered in the USA and in other countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple inc. Apple is not responsible for the function of the device or its conformity with safety standards and regulatory standards

The Gillard government’s controversial mining tax, which aims to spread the spoils of the mining boom across Australia’s economy, has cleared its final hurdle and passed the Senate last week.

Legislation that imposes a 30 per cent tax on the extraordinary profits of coal and iron ore miners passed the Senate on Monday night 38 votes to 32, with support of the Greens. It plans to use the $11 billion it will generate over three years to boost compulsory superannuation contributions, pay for infrastructure and provide a one per cent tax cut for business.

Labor’s initial proposal in 2010, to tax mining companies’ super profits at 40 per cent, attracted industry-wide opposition which contributed to the downfall of former prime minister Kevin Rudd.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard later negotiated a modified tax rate with BHP, Rio and Xstrata, but smaller miners remain unhappy with the deal with Queensland mining magnate Clive Palmer threatening a High Court challenge. Opposition Leader Tony Abbott is vowing to repeal the tax if he wins government.

The Australian Greens made a last ditch bid to have the tax rate increased to 40 per cent but that amendment was defeated. Another Greens amendment to apply the tax to gold, uranium and rare earth minerals was ruled out of order by Senate President John Hogg and thrown out.

The mining tax will operate from July 1, 2012.

(Source: http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/environment)