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Mar 2, 2021
The Oseco Safety Cartridge unites the bursting disc with the holder in a one-piece, welded design. It solves the top three reported problems associated with the use of bursting discs - difficulties with installation, leaking, and the need for specialist knowledge for correct installation and maintenance. The rupture disc is electron-beam welded between the inlet and outlet to form a…
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Mar 1, 2021
The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) – the organisation which represents the business interests of UK and Irish suppliers of liquid pumps and pump related equipment – has added a new course to its training programme. Addressing the increasingly important area of pump maintenance and repair, and to better meet the requirements of its members, the course was developed under the…
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Mar 1, 2021
For the small team of 11 staff and seven operators at the Penticton Wastewater Treatment (PWT) plant, in Canada, ensuring adherence to stringent federal and provincial wastewater regulations is a top priority. Along with that responsibility comes the data management and report generation that are not only job functions or requirements, but crucial to better understanding the overall…
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Mar 1, 2021
Rheinhütte Pumpen has revealed that almost all of its series are now equipped with the i-ALERT2 monitoring system as standard. The sensor mounted on the bearing bracket monitors the vibration of the pump and the temperature of the bearings. If the pump exceeds the preset limits in two consecutive measurements, the unit goes into alarm mode and this is indicated by a red flashing LED on the…
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Scottish Water called in specialist divers to help battle against the elements and restore normal water supplies to over 20,000 customers in Inverclyde. Sub-zero temperatures and driving snow transformed Loch Thom Reservoir in Greenock into slush and ice, which impacted the infrastructure at Greenock Water Treatment Works halting normal distribution of supplies to customers. A team of six…
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Feb 26, 2021
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Perma-Pipe International Holdings has announced its Egypt subsidiary has been awarded $6 million (€4.53 million) in contracts by the China State Construction Engineering Company (CSCEC). This is for the provision of thermally insulated pipe, field joints and a leak detection system for a district cooling network. This is for the New Urban Communities Authority (NUCA) in the central business…
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Feb 26, 2021
Despite the commercial challenges brought about through the pandemic, the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) – representing the business interests of UK and Irish suppliers of liquid pumps and pump related equipment – has added another three companies to its roster. One of the latest companies signing up to enjoy the many benefits is Devon-based Water Automation Technology Ltd. …
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Feb 25, 2021
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Qatar has pledged $60 million (€49 million) and the European Union $24 million (€20 million) to establish a gas pipeline from Israel to a power plant in the Gaza Strip. A statement from the Palestinian Prime Ministry said discussions were ongoing about the plans. The pledges were made during an online meeting between Palestinian Prime Minister Muhammad Shtayyeh, Qatari envoy to Gaza Mohammad…
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Feb 25, 2021
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APA Group plans to enable the conversion of 43km from an existing gas pipeline in Western Australia into a 100% hydrogen-ready transmission pipeline. The Australian energy infrastructure company said it aimed to prove the capacity of the existing gas network to transport pure hydrogen or hydrogen blended with natural gas. The $3 million (€2m) project at the Parmelia Gas Pipeline will cover…
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Feb 25, 2021
Global liquefied natural gas (LNG) trade increased to 360 million tonnes in 2020, according to Shell’s latest annual figures. The oil and gas company said this was despite the unprecedented volatility caused by the COVID-19 pandemic that resulted in lockdowns around the world. Demand in 2019 stood at 358 million tonnes. Global LNG prices hit a record low early in the year, but ended the…
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Northumbrian Water has invested £5 million (€5.8 million) to improve tap water quality to 500,000 customers across Tyneside in the north of the UK. The water company launched a pipe cleaning programme which will involve cleaning nine kilometres of strategic water mains at 18 different locations in and around Newcastle, Gateshead and North Tyneside. This is part of a larger cleaning…
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UK filter manufacturer Amazon Filters has taken new steps to grow its service for customers in process engineering industries worldwide. The Surrey-headquartered firm has appointed five new recruits in departments dealing with filter housing operations and fabrication, product design and development, IT and despatch. The move complements a continuing programme of investment in “quick and…
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Valves
T-T Pumps has won a tender to work on one of the largest flood protection schemes undertaken in the UK. The £12 million (€14 million) project in Arbroath needed professional and efficient supply of essential components. The UK-based company was chosen based on its expertise, supply efficiency and its understanding of the valve technology that was needed for the work. One of the Brothock…
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The demands of the hydro and dam industries can take its toll on valves not up to the job of using the power of moving waters to generate electricity. Val-Matic has a number of quarter-turn and check valves that can meet these demanding conditions. Quarter-Turn valves such as QuadroSphere Ball Valves, Ener•G Ball Valves and American-BFV Butterfly Valves are available in a wide range of…
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Xylem has announced that its partnership with Planet Water Foundation has provided more than one million people with access to safe drinking water. The milestone was achieved through 10 years of partnership centered on a shared mission to give access to clean water. The global water technology company has sponsored the deployment of over 500 clean water projects in 14 countries across Asia…
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A desalination plant in Saudi Arabia has taken advantage of Sulzer’s experience in reverse osmosis (RO) technology to reduce its energy costs and boost reliability. The Shuqaiq 3 plant on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast is being built by a public private partnership between the Saudi government and an international consortium. The Spanish water engineering specialist, Acciona, is responsible…
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Feb 22, 2021
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Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced plans to relocate its West Midlands factory, warehouse and offices to larger premises in nearby Droitwich in the UK. The move will enable the company to continue expansion of its UK production capabilities, to meet growing worldwide demand for its off-site manufactured plantrooms and energy centres. Armstrong Fluid Technology is a leading manufacturer…
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Issues with water systems have added to the misery for much of the Texas population due to the extreme US winter weather. Texans were under notice to boil tap water before drinking it after days of record low temperatures damaged infrastructure, caused blackouts and froze water pipes. Millions of people have been left without electricity or heat in the aftermath of the deadly winter storm as…
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