Industry News

Industry news in the valve and actuation sector serves as a vital information reservoir that keeps various stakeholders — including manufacturers, distributors, end-users, and industry analysts — abreast of the latest developments, innovations, and trends shaping the landscape.

The industry news category within the valve and actuation sector encompasses a wide array of updates including technological advancements, market trends, regulatory changes, project announcements, and organizational developments among others. This category is quintessential in helping professionals navigate the dynamic and competitive environment of the valve and actuation industry.

Kennedy Valve appoints new plant manager

newsitemKennedy Valve has appointed Greg Clarke as the new plant manager. Prior to joining Kennedy, Clarke was the plant manager at Hitchiner Manufacturing’s Littleton New Hampshire facility.

New solenoid valves from Pneumax

newsitemPneumax Southern Africa announced that they have added the new cost-effective Italian made Eco 22 solenoid valve to its product offering.

BrassCraft updates excess flow valve products

newsitemBrassCraft Manufacturing launched an updated Excess Flow Valve (EFV) that conforms to the new industry standard (ANSI Z21.93/CSA 6.30).

Uponor launches ProPEX® brass ball valves

newsitemUponor North America (Uponor) is now offering a new, more cost-effective ball valve option for radiant heating/cooling and hydronic piping applications.

Crane unveils new products at Valve World Americas

newsitemCrane ChemPharma & Energy celebrated its 160-year anniversary and showcased an extensive portfolio of fluid handling solutions, including two recently launched products from trusted Pacific® and Xomox® valve brands at the Valve World Americas Expo on 15–16 July at Houston, Texas. Among the many products to be featured during the show are the new Pacific® CSV line of cast steel gate, globe and check valves, and the Xomox®FK soft-seated ball valve. Each Pacific®CSV valve is uniquely built and tested per API 598 standards to offer exceptional performance in the global oil & gas, petrochemical, power and refining industries.

Mitech’s gains Umgeni Water order

newsitemMitech, South African designer and manufacturer of a wide range of valves for the process control industry and a BBBEE Level 3 contributor, has received a substantial order for rubber-lined butterfly valves for Umgeni Water’s storage and purification plants situated between Pinetown and Durban.

Saint-Gobain Seals to exhibit at Valve World Americas

newsitemSaint-Gobain Seals will be showcasing their sealing solutions at Valve World Americas 2015 in Houston, Texas. The two-day conference, which starts on 15 July, will welcome thousands of attendees to the George R.

Inter Pipeline completes Polaris Pipeline expansion

Inter Pipeline announced that it has completed capacity expansion work on its Polaris Pipeline system in support of the second phase of the Kearl oil sands project operated by Imperial Oil Resources Ventures.

DBB Acquisition acquires Dura-Bond Bearing Company

DBB Acquisition completed the acquisition of Dura-Bond Bearing Company, a division of privately held Melling Engine Parts. Dura-Bond is a manufacturer of cam bearings, bushings, valve seats and hardware for engine and transmission rebuilding since 1947.

Back blow air nozzle for cleaning inside diameters

EXAIRs new 1/4 NPT Back Blow Air Nozzle has been designed to effectively blow debris and liquids from pipe or hose inside diameters, channel, bores, holes, internal threads and other internal part features.

Industry News

In the ever-evolving landscape of the valve and actuation industry, the role of timely and comprehensive industry news cannot be overstated. Serving as the nexus of vital information, industry news acts as a guiding beacon for stakeholders at every level, offering insights into market trends, technological advancements, and regulatory shifts that shape the industry’s trajectory. From unveiling innovative product launches to analyzing market dynamics and spotlighting seminal projects, industry news is an indispensable tool in navigating the complex and dynamic world of valve and actuation technology. As industries transition towards a future marked by digitalization and sustainability, staying updated with the latest industry news ensures that professionals remain at the forefront of developments, fostering growth, innovation, and collaboration in a sector central to modern infrastructure and technology.

The industry news category serves as a central hub that amalgamates various types of information critical to the valve and actuation industry. It fosters a well-informed community, promotes knowledge sharing, and facilitates strategic decision-making, thus playing a pivotal role in steering the industry towards growth and innovation. Keeping abreast of industry news helps stakeholders adapt to the rapidly evolving industry landscape and seize emerging opportunities.