Editorial: Severe-Duty Motors – What It Takes to Thrive in Extreme Conditions

Severe-duty motors are designed to withstand the most demanding operational conditions, where extreme environments challenge equipment performance and longevity. Industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, power generation, mining, metals, pulp and paper, water and wastewater, and cement production rely on these motors for their durability and consistent performance. Standard motors perform adequately in […]

Thomson Expands H-Track Actuators for Underwater Operation

Regal Rexnord linear motion solutions brand, Thomson, has introduced key enhancements to its H-Track electro-hydraulic actuator, making it more resilient in harsh and high-moisture environments. The latest version features marine-grade 316 stainless steel components for improved corrosion resistance and a sealed motor housing that enables underwater operation, expanding its suitability across marine, agricultural, industrial, and […]

New Submersible Motor Pumps with Axial Propeller

In July 2025, KSB SE & Co. KGaA has launched a new generation of submersible motor pumps with axial propellers on the market. The AmaCan P type series is designed to transport large volumes of municipal or industrial water as well as waste water from stormwater, drainage and irrigation pumping stations. When selected with optional […]

Armstrong Launches New Models of Compass R Circulators With Dry Rotor Design

Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced two new sizes, 40-85 and 60-50, of Design Envelope Compass R circulators. The Compass R is an energy-efficient variable speed dry-rotor circulator. Designed to replace existing fixed-speed circulators, Compass R can be considered a universal energy upgrade for circulators in its capacity range and installation profile. Customers can purchase Compass […]

Technical Paper: Disaster Relief Principles Redefine Water Management

“The lines separating disaster relief and business-as-usual water utility management have blurred. Safeguarding our water infrastructure now demands the same urgency and precision as responding to a catastrophic event”, argues Swapna Deshpande, test & DevOps manager at remote telemetry and data solutions specialist Metasphere. My journey from the high-stakes world of data storage and disaster […]

New Pressure Transmitter with Ceramic Diaphragm for Cost-Effective Pressure and Level Measurements

With the new OPTIBAR PC 1010, KROHNE now also offers a version with a ceramic diaphragm in the ultra-compact pressure transmitter range. As a result, users can now also benefit from the advantages of the material in low-cost, small pressure transmitters. Thanks to its measuring cell made of high-performance ceramics, the gauge pressure transmitter offers […]