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High Voltage Conference – Overview

13 Years of Bringing High Voltage Industry Together

(CLICK TO VIEW: CONFERENCE PROGRAM)

High voltage systems sit at the heart of modern industry. From transmission networks and utilities for mining operations, manufacturing plants, and critical infrastructure, these systems power the assets that keep Australia operating.

For engineering professionals responsible for designing, maintaining, and protecting this infrastructure, the work is complex, and the consequences of failure are significant. Understanding how equipment behaves in the field, how systems fail, and how engineers resolve these challenges is essential. 

Thirteen years ago, IDC Technologies, an Australian-owned engineering training company, identified the need for a dedicated forum where high voltage engineers could come together to exchange knowledge and practical experience. 

Beyond the technical presentations, the conference offers a valuable opportunity to connect with like-minded colleagues from across Australia and around the world, share experiences, and build relationships within the community.

KEY TOPICS INCLUDE: 

• Transformer diagnostics and reliability, including oil analysis, dissolved gas analysis, and electrical testing techniques
• Integrated condition monitoring of high-voltage assets, combining online and offline diagnostic methods
• Protection coordination and modern digital protection systems
• Arc flash hazard assessment in complex HV/LV networks
• Risk modelling for transformer explosions and arc discharge events
• Designing condition monitoring into new high-voltage assets
• Mapping and inspection of buried high-voltage infrastructure
• Decarbonisation of networks through SF₆-free switchgear technologies
• The role of standards and regulatory frameworks in Australia’s high-voltage sector

To view the complete program, click here: 13th High Voltage Conference Program.

CPD Information

The two‑day program delivers structured, skills‑based training hours that participants can record as CPD (Continuing Professional Development) with relevant professional or licensing bodies.

International Keynote Presentation

Carl Johnstone | i4am
Carl Johnstone will examine how to move beyond reactive maintenance and develop structured asset management strategies that create value across the entire lifecycle of high-voltage infrastructure. The session will focus on practical steps organisations can take to improve decision-making, prioritise investment, and optimise long-term asset performance. Carl will also host a hands-on workshop on day two. 

FAQ

How long has the high-voltage conference been going?
Dr Steve Mackay, CEO of IDC Technologies, recognised a gap in the market for this type of learning in a conference format in 1992. He founded what has grown into a series of specialised technical conferences. Today, IDC Technologies hosts multiple engineering conferences worldwide. This year will be the 13th year of hosting the High Voltage technical conference.

Who attends a high-voltage conference in Australia?
Targeted towards engineering and electrical professionals and students.

Who are the speakers at High Voltage Conference 2026?
The conference brings together subject matter experts to share insights, knowledge, and lessons learned from recent incidents and case studies. It is a practitioner-focused forum centred on real-world experience and practical discussion. Regulators and standards organisations also participate to provide updates and engage with industry stakeholders.

Where is the High Voltage Conference held?
Held annually in July in Brisbane, Australia

Sponsorship Opportunities

This conference provides sponsors with the opportunity to build strong business networks with engineering and technical professionals. It offers a valuable platform for companies with relevant products and expertise to connect directly with key decision-makers in their target market.

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