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Petrofac secures $120m in EPS awards

Petrofac announces the awards and contract extensions with a combined value of more than USD 120M, delivering against the Group’s strategy to position Engineering & Production Services (EPS) for growth by diversifying into new markets and geographies.

DN2000 valves, manufactured, tested at Wouter Witzel

For Neste’s turn around project 2020, a lot of Wouter Witzel’s valves will be supplied including two pieces EVFS DN2000 in carbon steel WCB body and aluminum bronze disc.

Samson Ringo actively participates in ADIPEC 2019

Ringo Válvulas (SAMSON Ringo) actively participated in the last edition of Adipec, held in Abu Dhabi as an integral part of the SAMSON-booth and would like to thank all existing and new customers who visited them.

Emerson introduces Daniel V707 back pressure valve

Emerson has introduced the Daniel™ V707 back pressure control valve, which features an adjustable spring that does not require diaphragms or pilots, making it ideal for the crude oil industry, especially for Lease Automatic Custody Transfer (LACT) skids.

Westlock Controls valve position transmitter EPIC-2

Westlock Controls second-generation intelligent valve position transmitter EPIC-2 provides smart valve communication that enables plant operators to identify current operating conditions and verify ‘valve health’.

Kinetrol new model 60 rotary vane actuator

Kinetrol introduces its new Model 60 Actuator which will now increase the torque capability of the Kinetrol range to 356,977-inch pounds.

BSRIA launches updated valve test standard

BSRIA has launched an updated version of BSRIA Technical Standard BTS/1 2019 – Test Method for PICVs and DPCVs, which supersedes the original version launched in 2012 and now includes a new dedicated method for testing differential pressure control valves.

AVT, Western Water Works form partnership

Advanced Valve Technologies (AVT) and Western Water Works Supply Company have formed a partnership that will see the innovative AVT EZ ValveTM become even more accessible to the water utilities of Southern California.

NIBCO completes acquisition of Milwaukee Valve

NIBCO INC. announced that it has completed the acquisition of Milwaukee Valve Company. NIBCO Chairman Rex Martin said, "We are thrilled to build upon and deepen Milwaukee Valve’s long history of high standards of manufacturing excellence and serving its customers.

Thomson RediMount kit available from Heason Technology

Thomson Industries’ wide range of linear motion systems, the simplified RediMount™ adapter system is a key component that enables quick and effortless motor/actuator installation.