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Victaulic introduces Series 725 Diverter Valve

Victaulic, the manufacturer of mechanical pipe-joining systems, introduces the Series 725 Diverter Valve, the industry’s first grooved-end valve designed specifically for paste backfill lines. The valve improves the efficiency of backfill operations while providing durable, reliable service.

SIPOS’ Power Sector receives Algerian orders

Orders have been received by SIPOS Aktorik to supply electric actuators to the Ras Djinet and
Ain Arnat combined cycle power plants (CCPP) in Algeria.

This represents the second order from Ras Djinet, which confirms the strength of the company’s credentials supplying valve control solutions to the region’s power sector.

Severn Unival eyes aftermarket growth in utilities

Control valve expert Severn Unival is unveiling ambitious plans to grow aftermarket activity in the power, industry and water sectors over the next three years. It has identified an opportunity to increase its presence in this area by 70%.

AWWA butterfly valves from Valtorc

American Water Works Act (AWWA) general-purpose industrial butterfly valve from Valtorc International offer a bubble tight shut off against full rated pressure. The AWWA butterfly valves are constructed according to AWWA C504 standards and are suitable for bi-directional shut off and throttling service.

Foundation ceremony for administration centre

AUMA has set the course for future growth with a foundation stone ceremony for a new administration centre at its headquarters in Muellheim, Germany. Following scheduled completion in 2016, all international activities will be co-ordinated from the 20m Euro facility, which will provide over 7,000 square metres of additional working space for the AUMA organisation.

Largest natural gas reservoir uses MSA valves

MSA, a.s. won tender to supply valves to RWE Gas Storage, s.r.o. – the biggest operator of natural gas storages in the Czech Republic.

What’s in store at StocExpo 2014?

newsitemStocExpo, taking place on 18-20 March 2014 at Ahoy, Rotterdam, the Netherlands, is set to be the biggest event of the year for Europe’s terminal operators, oil companies, traders and regulators.

KBR awarded Design Contract for NSCV

KBR will provide the basic design development for Heerema Offshore Services’ large new semisubmersible crane vessel (NSCV) through its subsidiary GVA. A member of KBR’s Hydrocarbons Business Group, GVA completed seven months of feasibility and conceptual studies on the NSCV in 2013.

Glacier appoints non-executive director

Glacier Energy Services has appointed Mike Straughen as a non-executive director. Straughen will support Glacier's board as the group looks to boost its combined turnover of more than GBP 15M and global staff of 130 people through new business and further acquisition activity.

SIMKO 300 seal ring for wind power facilities

The SIMKO 300 seal ring is a polyurethane sealing solution from Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies offers notable advantages over frequently used polytetrafluorethylene (PTFE) seals with regard to operating life, form stability and sealing characteristics.