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      <title><![CDATA[CER's new STC photo rules + the CEC labelling guide — what compliant solar labels actually need to look like (and why printed ones keep failing)]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[As of 1 March 2026 every solar battery STC claim needs geotagged photos of compliant labelling. The Clean Energy Regulator says non-compliant labelling is the #1 reason installs fail inspection. Here's what every label has to be — and the engraving exemption most installers don't realise exists.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 07:16:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Free Switchboard Label Templates for Australian Electricians]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Standard switchboard label templates — sizes, colours, wording, and AS/NZS conventions. Load them into the free online Label Designer to save job time.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:29:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Traffolyte vs Acrylic Labels: Which One to Choose]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Head-to-head comparison of traffolyte vs engraved acrylic labels — what each is made of, where each performs best, and how to choose for your job.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:29:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[How to Label a Switchboard: A Practical Guide for Australian Electricians]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Step-by-step guide to switchboard labelling — planning, naming, sizing, materials, colour, and installation — for AS/NZS 3000 compliant jobs.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:41:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Arc Flash Hazard Warning Labels in Australia: What's Required]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[When arc flash warning labels are required in Australia, what they must contain, and how to comply with AS/NZS 4836 and WHS duty of care obligations.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:40:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Main Switch and Isolator Labels: What Australian Sparkies Need to Know]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Labelling requirements for main switches, sub-mains, isolators, emergency stops, and LOTO under AS/NZS 3000 — plus common mistakes on Australian switchboards.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:40:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[RCD Test Labels and Labelling Requirements in Australia]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[What RCD labels are required under AS/NZS 3000 and AS/NZS 3760 — test frequency by install type, label placement, and common mistakes.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:39:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Switchboard Label Colours in Australia: AS/NZS Standards Explained]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Standard label colours for Australian switchboards — what each colour means under AS 1319 and AS/NZS 3000, with a reference table and common mistakes to avoid.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:38:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category>switchboard labels</category>
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      <title><![CDATA[What's New: Contact Form, Fresh Design, and Label Templates]]></title>
      <link>https://rbz3d.au/blog/whats-new-march-2026-site-updates</link>
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      <description><![CDATA[A roundup of recent customer-facing improvements to the RBZ 3D website — new contact form, refreshed design, label templates, PWA support, better pricing transparency, and improved checkout.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[How to Design Custom Engraved Labels Online: Step-by-Step Guide]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Step-by-step guide to designing custom engraved labels online with instant pricing.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:53 GMT</pubDate>
      <author>noreply@rbz3d.au (RBZ 3D)</author>
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      <title><![CDATA[Switchboard Labelling Requirements in Australia: AS/NZS 3000 Explained]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Australian switchboard labelling requirements under AS/NZS 3000 explained. What must be labelled, permanence standards, and common compliance issues.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Custom Cable Tags and Valve Tags: A Guide for Australian Industry]]></title>
      <link>https://rbz3d.au/blog/custom-cable-tags-valve-tags-guide</link>
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      <description><![CDATA[A guide to cable tags and valve tags for Australian industry. Materials, sizing, colour standards, and online ordering.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[What is Traffolyte? The Ultimate Guide to Engraved Plastic Labels]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Traffolyte is a multi-layered engraving laminate used for professional, durable labels in electrical, industrial, and commercial applications.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category>traffolyte</category>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Complete Guide to 3D Printing Filaments: Properties, Uses & How to Choose]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Not sure which 3D printing filament to use? We break down the most popular types — PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU, Nylon and more — covering their properties, best uses, and what to watch out for.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 04:47:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Laser Engraving vs Rotary Engraving: What's the Difference and When to Use Each]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Laser and rotary engraving both produce permanent markings, but they work very differently. We explain how each method works, the materials they suit, and how to decide which is right for your project.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 04:47:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[5 Common 3D Printing Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[New to 3D printing? Avoid these five common mistakes that catch beginners off guard — from bed adhesion failures to choosing the wrong infill. Practical tips from real-world experience.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 04:47:43 GMT</pubDate>
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