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Introducing compact modular L-O-X®

ROSS CONTROLS® is pleased to announce the latest additions to its safety product family- the Modular L-O-X® manual lockout valve and Modular L-O-X® with EEZ-ON® operation.

NOF and BVAA join forces

NOF Energy, the business development organisation for oil, gas, nuclear and offshore renewables sectors, has formed a new partnership with the British Valve and Actuator Association (BVAA). The Business Development Partnership will help facilitate BVAA members’ business development activities in the energy sector through NOF Energy’s extensive industry network and suite of services. In addition to representing its members’ interests in industry, this new partnership will enable BVAA members to access the essential business development services provided by NOF Energy. BVAA will benefit from NOF Energy’s highly-regarded suite of services, which have helped secure its members GBP 140M worth of new business in the past few years.NOF Energy was also praised in an independent evaluation of the organisation, which said its ability to form new networks and supply chain links was the greatest benefit of involvement with the organisation.

Tendon buoyancy modules & platforms for McDermott

McDermott International, Inc. announced that one of its subsidiaries has been awarded a fabrication contract for components of a deepwater platform in the Gulf of Mexico, by Heerema Marine Contractors Nederland BV.

Outotec wins Cristal Global’s ilmenite smelter pro

Outotec has agreed with Cristal Global, a major titanium dioxide pigment producer, on the design and delivery of technology and services for new ilmenite smelting facilities.

Alderley announces Sales Director for East Asia

Alderley, a market leader in liquid and gas metering and produced water treatment packages, announces the appointment of Terrence Singam as Sales Director for East Asia.

Graham awarded USD 5M in China

Graham Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of critical equipment for the oil refining, petrochemical and power industries, including the supply of components and raw materials to nuclear energy facilities, today announced that it has been awarded USD 5 million in new orders.

Valtorc’s new series DRB-500

Valtorc introduces the unique Series DRB-500 Dribble Control Valve package. Two-stage positioning of the valve comprises of solenoid, actuator and specially configured limit switch.

Shell awards EFA to MRC

MRC Global Inc., one of the largest global distributor of pipe, valves and fittings to the energy industry, announced that it has signed a five-year global Enterprise Framework Agreement (EFA) with Shell for the distribution of valves and automation services. The global EFA covers Shell's upstream, midstream and downstream project and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) requirements in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, the Middle East and Africa.

New wireless system for more plant control

Westlock Controls has launched a new wireless valve monitoring system to provide improved efficiency and safety in plant operations.

CVS appointed as an ASCO distributor

ASCO Numatics recently appointed Control Valve Solutions (CVS) as an Offshore Specialist Distributor. The agreement will see ASCO Numatics providing valve sizing, selection and engineering support to CVS, which will enable them to offer a value added service to the offshore industry around their valve piloting solutions.