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Energy efficient lighting
A great way to reduce your household - or workplace - energy usage is to switch all your light globes over to energy efficient ones. There are a range of alternatives, all of which are a simple globe replacement and require no rewiring. We offer LED and Compact Flouro downlight replacements for both 12 volt and 240 volt fittings, as well as LED and CFL bayonet and screw fitting globes for conventional light fittings. In additon, we have spotlight globes in both LED and CFL, and associated lighting products such as the Isolite transformer guard kit which is fitted over recessed downlights in your
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A great way to reduce your household - or workplace - energy usage is to switch all your light globes over to energy efficient ones. There are a range of alternatives, all of which are a simple globe replacement and require no rewiring. We offer LED and Compact Flouro downlight replacements for both 12 volt and 240 volt fittings, as well as LED and CFL bayonet and screw fitting globes for conventional light fittings. In additon, we have spotlight globes in both LED and CFL, and associated lighting products such as the Isolite transformer guard kit which is fitted over recessed downlights in your roof space to protect them against being a fire hazard.
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Insulation & draft stopping
For many homes, closing drafts and insulating walls, roofs and windows can create major savings in energy usage, because it reduces the need for heating and cooling. We supply polyester, rockwool, cellulose and polyester acoustic insulation both by the bag for self-installation, as well as installed (price per metre). Clear Comfort window insulation is a cost-effective DIY way of creating the effect of double glazing on your windows, and we also offer a range of draught stopping products such as Raven door and window seals, and the DraftStoppa exhaust fan cover and Top Hat self-sealing exhaust
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For many homes, closing drafts and insulating walls, roofs and windows can create major savings in energy usage, because it reduces the need for heating and cooling. We supply polyester, rockwool, cellulose and polyester acoustic insulation both by the bag for self-installation, as well as installed (price per metre). Clear Comfort window insulation is a cost-effective DIY way of creating the effect of double glazing on your windows, and we also offer a range of draught stopping products such as Raven door and window seals, and the DraftStoppa exhaust fan cover and Top Hat self-sealing exhaust fan.
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Solar, wind-up & water powered
Enjoy your technology while utilising solar, wind-up or water power instead of electricity or batteries. We offer a fantasdtic range of solar powered, wind-up and water powered torches, radios, laptop and mobile phone chargers, and even a calculator and alarm clock. A solar powered robot, astronaught or car makes a great present for kids age 10 and up!
Enjoy your technology while utilising solar, wind-up or water power instead of electricity or batteries. We offer a fantasdtic range of solar powered, wind-up and water powered torches, radios, laptop and mobile phone chargers, and even a calculator and alarm clock. A solar powered robot, astronaught or car makes a great present for kids age 10 and up!
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Energy saving
Saving energy in your home is easy with our many energy and resource saving devices. Environcharger alkaline battery charger means you can now re-charge standard non-rechargeable batteries up to 20 times, extending their life and reducing landfill. Fancy a cuppa? Using our Tefal Quick cup, you only ever heat the amount of water you need for one cup. To save the energy your appliances use on stand by power, Future Switch offers a simple and effective way to switch multiple items off standby power with one remote controlled switch. And for a really educational way to monitor your household or building
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Saving energy in your home is easy with our many energy and resource saving devices. Environcharger alkaline battery charger means you can now re-charge standard non-rechargeable batteries up to 20 times, extending their life and reducing landfill. Fancy a cuppa? Using our Tefal Quick cup, you only ever heat the amount of water you need for one cup. To save the energy your appliances use on stand by power, Future Switch offers a simple and effective way to switch multiple items off standby power with one remote controlled switch. And for a really educational way to monitor your household or building energy usage, install an Efergy energy metre, complete with software that allows you to track energy usage day by day.
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Astec solar reflective coating
Astec Solar Reflective Coatings.
With a growing focus now on climate change and global warming, the Energy Star range of Solar Reflective Coatings is a significant contributor to assist in the protection of our environment, by providing solar reflective coatings for a rage of materials. With coating suitable for metal, tiles, or wood, the Astec Energy Star Range works by reflecting solar heat, thereby reducing our need for cooling inside the building. Walls and roofs can be coated. A large range of tints available.
Astec Solar Reflective Coatings.
With a growing focus now on climate change and global warming, the Energy Star range of Solar Reflective Coatings is a significant contributor to assist in the protection of our environment, by providing solar reflective coatings for a rage of materials. With coating suitable for metal, tiles, or wood, the Astec Energy Star Range works by reflecting solar heat, thereby reducing our need for cooling inside the building. Walls and roofs can be coated. A large range of tints available.
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Water saving
The award winning Hughie Sink fits into most standard sinks and enables all members of the household to collect and re-use grey-water.
The award winning Hughie Sink fits into most standard sinks and enables all members of the household to collect and re-use grey-water.
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Precision Poly rain water tanks
Manufactured in Victoria, our range of Precision Poly rainwater tanks carries a 15 year warranty. Available in a range of colours and sizes to suit your household needs.
Manufactured in Victoria, our range of Precision Poly rainwater tanks carries a 15 year warranty. Available in a range of colours and sizes to suit your household needs.
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Apricus solar hot water: evacuated tube
Apricus is a latin work for “attracting the sun”
Installing solar hot water is an effective solution for families and businesses concerned about rising energy costs and climate change, through the use of renewable energy technologies.
The core of the Apricus design is the twin glass evacuated tube, chosen for its reliable performance and cost effectiveness as a mass produced component. A round absorber has the advantage of achieving passive tracking throughout the day.
Recycled glass is used for the insulation, and aluminum sheet is used for the casing, greatly reducing embedded carbon levels
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Apricus is a latin work for “attracting the sun”
Installing solar hot water is an effective solution for families and businesses concerned about rising energy costs and climate change, through the use of renewable energy technologies.
The core of the Apricus design is the twin glass evacuated tube, chosen for its reliable performance and cost effectiveness as a mass produced component. A round absorber has the advantage of achieving passive tracking throughout the day.
Recycled glass is used for the insulation, and aluminum sheet is used for the casing, greatly reducing embedded carbon levels of the product.
- A 30 tube Apricus collector can reduce electricity or gas usage for water heating by 60-80% a year, the equivalent of planting 200 trees.
Has obtained Australian standards AS2712:2002.
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