Nov 15, 2021
Thames Water turns sewage waste into ‘green’ energy
Chemical/Petrochemcial News
Nov 15, 2021
Pipelines
Neste and Ravago have announced plans to build an industrial facility for chemical recycling.
This facility will be built in the North Sea Port in Vlissingen, the Netherlands. The facility is intended to be the starting point of joint global chemical recycling activities and the two companies plan to demonstrate and advance the commercialisation of these processes.
This... [Read More]
Water/Wastewater News
Nov 12, 2021
Pipelines
Yorkshire Water is investing £3.5 million (€4.1 million) in new pipes for homes in the north of the UK as it tackles leakage problems.
Yorkshire Water is replacing pipework for homeowners in Wakefield and Castleford that meet its criteria in a bid to halt excessive leakage.
The water firm ran a similar scheme in Kirklees in 2019, replacing pipework for 366 homes... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 12, 2021
Pumps
Neles’ acquisition of the valve and pump businesses of the Finland-based technology company Flowrox has been successfully completed.
With this acquisition, Neles has expanded its offering in the metals industry.
“Diversification of our customer industries is a key component of Neles’ strategy. Flowrox is a well-known niche player in flow control within mining and... [Read More]
Features
Nov 12, 2021
As the world moves to develop more earth-friendly manufacturing processes, NETZSCH NEMO Pumps are helping a new, local plant turn food-waste into renewable energy and helping to reduce our carbon footprint.
Working with local food and beverage manufacturers, from places like breweries, grocery stores, restaurants, food processing plants, schools, caterers, Wasatch Resource... [Read More]
Policy News
Nov 11, 2021
Europump which represents 16 national pump associations in 12 EU member states, Russia, Switzerland, Turkey, and the UK has lent its support to an important industry statement relating to the European Machinery Directive.
The Machinery Directive is an important piece of legislation for the European manufacturing industry.
Since its original publication in 1989, and subsequent... [Read More]
Product News
Nov 11, 2021
Grundfos has launched its new CR 255 pump.
The device offers a new hydraulic design, which it is claimed offers improvements to features including the impeller, discharge port and diffuser and boosting energy efficiency and performance as well as cutting downtime and operating costs.
Flow range capacities up to 240 m3/h, 280 m3/h, and 320 m3/h are available.
The shaft... [Read More]
Water/Wastewater News
Nov 11, 2021
Pumps
Ingersoll Rand has agreed to acquire the assets of Tuthill Corp’s Pump Group in an $84.6 million (€73 million) deal.
Tuthill’s Pump Group specialises in gear and rotary piston pump solutions for sustainable, high growth end markets, including water and wastewater treatment.
The business has manufacturing facilities in Alsip, Illinois, US, and in Ilkeston, UK.
“This... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 10, 2021
Pumps
A global provider of high-pressure pumps, parts and services, has opened a new international sales facility in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) to increase customer service and support capabilities across the Eastern Hemisphere.
GD Energy Products’ (GDEP) new sales facility is located in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone and has adjacent distribution facilities for the... [Read More]
Chemical/Petrochemcial News
Nov 10, 2021
Pipelines
US oil and gas producer ExxonMobil has made a final investment decision (FID) to build a new petrochemical complex in south China's Guangdong province.
The firm did not specify a value for this investment.
One of the few petrochemical complexes in China that are wholly owned by a foreign investor, ExxonMobil said the Dayawan plant will produce performance polymers used... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 10, 2021
Pipelines
Phillips 66 has announced it intends to reduce greenhouse gas emissions intensity from its operations and energy products by 2030.
The company plans to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity from operations by 30% and Scope 3 emissions intensity of its energy products by 15%, below 2019 levels.
“We believe our targets will drive innovation and create shareholder... [Read More]
Features
Nov 9, 2021
Solving the complexities of providing clean water and safe sanitation in a time of climate volatility was addressed during the 32nd Water Action Platform webinar.
Hosted by Isle chairman Dr Piers Clark and supported by technology consultant Rodrigo Valladares, the event focussed on Latin America – highlighting imminent and increasing environmental challenges. Initiatives... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 9, 2021
Pipelines
Honeywell and ZoneFlow Reactor Technologies have announced a joint agreement to commercialise ZoneFlow Reactor Technology.
This technology promises to provide a step-change improvement in the efficiency and carbon intensity of steam methane reforming for the production of hydrogen.
When coupled with Honeywell H2 Solutions’ carbon capture for hydrogen production, the... [Read More]
Water/Wastewater News
Nov 9, 2021
Pumps
German pump specialist Oil Dynamics has been assigned to design, deliver and install a pumping system for Austria's largest thermal resort in Bad Loipersdorf.
The recently installed electric submersible pump (ESP) has also performed well during testing.
Once the pipeline is completed, the ESP will lift three to six litres per second of 60°C mineral-rich water from an... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 8, 2021
Pipelines
US President Joe Biden’s landmark investment in hydrogen infrastructure bill has been approved.
While only half the size of what was initially intended, the new $8 billion (€6.9 billion) funding for the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations will form a key part of the nation’s decarbonisation efforts.
Rami Reshef, CEO at GenCell, said this was a positive step forward... [Read More]
Chemical/Petrochemcial News
Nov 8, 2021
Pumps
Cleantech innovator Celtic Renewables has signed its first major re-seller Caldic as it gears up for the launch of Scotland’s first sustainable chemical plant in Grangemouth.
The partnership secures a go-to-market strategy for Caldic’s bio-solvents range, supporting its customers in advancing their sustainability journey.
Celtic Renewables’ patented low-carbon... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 8, 2021
Pipelines
The British government has approached Qatar to seek a long-term gas deal to shore up supplies as a natural gas shortage in Europe has led to soaring wholesale prices.
British ministers and their counterparts from the world's largest producer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) have held talks over a long-term arrangement where Qatar would become a "supplier of last resort”,... [Read More]
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