
Jan 9, 2017
IMI Precision Engineering unveils new plug-and-play miniature valve
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Jan 9, 2017
Valves
Heerema Marine Contractors has chosen Emerson Automation Solutions to provide a valve remote control (VRC) system for the world’s largest semi-submersible offshore crane vessel
SSCV Sleipnir, currently under construction at Sembcorp Marine’s shipyard in Singapore, is a 220m long vessel designed for the installation and removal of large offshore structures.
These... [Read More]
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Jan 9, 2017
Flowmeters
Endress+Hauser has released Proline 300/500, a family of industry-optimised smart Coriolis mass and electromagnetic flow instruments that simplify installation, speed up commissioning, and streamline both operation and maintenance.
The Proline Promass Coriolis mass flowmeters are available in 11 models ranging in sizes from 1/24” to 14” in diameter, for measuring... [Read More]
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Jan 9, 2017
Other
Altra Industrial Motion Corp., a global manufacturer of electromechanical power transmission and motion control products, has closed on the acquisition of the Stromag business from GKN.
Stromag generated approximately €131 million in revenue in 2015, and the acquisition is anticipated to be accretive to Altra’s earnings in 2017, excluding any one-time or acquisition-related... [Read More]
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Jan 5, 2017
Flowmeters
Singapore will enforce the use of mass flow meters (MFM) for its bunkering operations from 1 January 2017, making it the first port in the world to mandate the use of such fuel measuring device, according to Seatrade Maritime News.
According to the media new soutlet, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has been steering Singapore to adopt the use of MFM... [Read More]
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Jan 4, 2017
Pumps
UK-headquarted Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group (WMFTG) is expanding its services in Canada.
The company has announced the opening of a new Canadian sales and support hub, Watson-Marlow Canada, in Concord, Ontario, established to deliver Canadian customers full local sales support for customer service, engineering and supply of all WMFTG products.
The new Canadian... [Read More]
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Jan 4, 2017
Pumps
US firm Vertiflo Pump Co. has launched an end suction pump for service in general pumping, chemicals, wash systems, deionised water, process and OEM applications.
According to the company, this pump is also designed for pumping liquid fertilizer from tank to tank and into transport delivery trucks.
The Model 1312 is designed with heads to 160 ft TDH and flows to 240 GPM.... [Read More]
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Jan 3, 2017
Pumps
German pump technology manufacturer Ruhrpumpen has delivered four mainline pumping units to Indian Oil Corp. (IOCL) – one of the major oil pumping stations in India.
According to Ruhrpumpen, this supply was a part of an existing Salaya-Mathura Pipeline (SMPL) debottlenecking project.
IOCL operates the 1,870 km long Salaya-Mathura Pipeline from Salaya, based in the... [Read More]
Features
Dec 19, 2016
German cream cheese plant finds success with new sine pumps
Leading German dairy product manufacturer Goldsteig has put its trust in the recently-launched MasoSine Certa Sine pump from Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group (WMFTG) for the production of cream cheese.
The Certa pump is well-suited for transferring the sensitive cream used to manufacture mascarpone and... [Read More]
Features
Sep 14, 2016
Wastewater treatment plant operators work confidently with complete system measurement
Wastewater treatment is a vitally important process. Just ask the Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal’s assistant chief water and sewer operator, Eric Wemerman: “For a community to keep everyone’s trust you want to make sure you’re operating a good system.”
“When people... [Read More]
Features
Jul 26, 2016
Axial piston pumps are used in many industrial applications providing a great deal of motive power, efficiently translating the rotary motion of a prime mover into hydraulic oil flow that can be easily routed and used for a vast range of tasks
Hydraulic pumps come in many shapes and sizes, but one of the most versatile is the axial piston pump, which can be arranged... [Read More]
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Dec 21, 2016
Flowmeters
California-based Fluid Components International (FCI) has unveiled a new flow meter called ST100.
According to the flow measurement company, its new ST100 Air/Gas Thermal Flow Meter features a fast-response direct mass flow sensor for the close ratio control of natural gas and air feeds to support turbine safety and improve efficiency.
It is targeted at engineers at combined... [Read More]
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Dec 20, 2016
Pumps
Ruhrpumpen, a centrifugal and reciprocating pump technology company, has recently completed an order for an API 674 3rd edition reciprocating plunger pump.
Czech chemical manufacturer Spolchemie is to replace an existing Ruhrpumpen unit delivering propene as part of the company’s epoxy resin manufacturing process.
Spolchemie is a leading research and manufacturing... [Read More]
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Dec 19, 2016
Level Monitors
GF Piping Systems (GF) has expanded its automation product line with two new level transmitters that incorporate advanced radar sensing technology designed for high accuracy tank level measurement.
Designed for a wide range of chemical processing and water treatment applications, the addition of radar technology to the existing ultrasonic and hydrostatic sensors now provides... [Read More]
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Dec 16, 2016
Valves
Check-All Valve has introduce a new EPIC series of in-line spring-loaded poppet-type check valves designed to be cost effective, simple, rugged and efficient in any flow orientation.
The EPIC is machined from 300 series stainless steel bar stock with Aflas seat/seals and a ½-PSI stainless steel spring (cracking pressure).
It is streamlined so that media flows through... [Read More]
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Dec 16, 2016
Valves
Gemü has introduced its new eSyDrive motorised actuator, designed as a response to increasing requirements in the area of motorised valves as they replace pneumatically operated valves.
Designed on the basis of the hollow shaft principle in conjunction with technology that does not use brushes or sensors, the eSyDrive offers a high level of reproducibility for positioning... [Read More]
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Dec 15, 2016
Other
United Electric Controls (UEC), a safety, alarm, and shutdown technology producer, has made available beta versions of its Vanguard WirelessHART gas detector.
The new detector, with a five-year battery life, is designed to maximise toxic or explosive gas detection points while eliminating the need for costly and fixed wiring.
UEC is offering free beta trials to gain additional... [Read More]