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Diverter valve switches high flows

New from Sterling Hydraulics is the R04G3, a normally open two-way three-port vent-to-close diverter valve.

Ticona expands capacity

Ticona, the technical polymers unit of Celanese AG, has expanded its North American compounding capability by adding 20% more capacity at its plant in Shelby, NC, and 30% more capacity at its plant in Florence, Kentucky, USA.

New valve company

A resource is now available for end-users who require quick delivery of corrosion-resistant nickel-based valves.

Sealed with a kiss

The 2200-245 Series of Tip-Seal Kiss valves are engineered to provide high-performance automated application of beads or drops of adhesive and sealant materials such as silicone, urethane or other moisture-sensitive materials.

Iran signs South Pars deals

Iran will shortly sign the agreements to implement phases 9 and 10 of the giant South Pars gas development projects, Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zangeneh has said.

Valve has integrated cooling system

CCI Sweden (formerly BTG Valves) has further modified its VLB steam-conditioning valve for use in high- and/or low-pressure systems in the process industry.

Semiconductor sealing

Parker Hannifin’s Seal Group announces the release of “Engineered Sealing Solutions for Semiconductor Processing,” a new catalogue featuring Parker sealing components and systems for use in semiconductor fabrication environments.

Actuator swings both ways

HSI has added a Size 23 linear/rotary dual motion unit to its hybrid stepper motor products.

Xikomba EPS awards

ExxonMobil recently awarded several contracts associated with its Xikomba EPS subsea development offshore Angola in about 4593 FSW (1400 MSW).

New options for safety

Morin announces the release of two new options that take plant safety to a new level.