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Optimized Lubrication Now Available for Many Large Industrial Drive Applications

SEW-EURODRIVE announces that GearOil by SEW-EURODRIVE is now available as an option with its heavy industry gear units. This synthetic lubricant, formulated and tested by SEWEURODRIVE engineers specifically for SEW-EURODRIVE gear geometries and thermal loads, is now offered as part of the factory build and service ecosystem for products such as the X.e and MC-series […]

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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 […]

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SCOPE Supports Welsh Water Response to Severe Storm

Upgraded telemetry technology helped Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water manage an unprecedented volume of alarms during a major weather event, writes Julian Booth, SCADA service delivery manager, Ovarro. On 7-8 December 2024, Storm Darragh brought heavy rain and 93mph winds to much of Wales, leaving 95,000 homes without power and communities severely impacted by flooding, fallen […]

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DLR and Voith Show Initial Successes in AI-Driven Turbine Development

In a pioneering collaboration project, Voith, one of the leading manufacturers of hydropower plants, and the DLR Institute of Propulsion Technology are combining their expertise to improve the design process of water turbines through advanced, AI-assisted optimization methods. The goal of this cooperation is to fundamentally enhance turbine development by using intelligent optimization techniques. To […]

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EBARA Contributes to the Development of Vacuum Technology in the Academic Field

EBARA Corporation is pleased to announce that it will hold the largest international conference on vacuum and surfaces to be held in Sydney, Australia in September 2025. The 23rd International Vacuum Congress (hereinafter referred to as”IVC-23″) will be held at the IUVSTA EBARA Award. 1. Background Hosting IVC-23, International Union for Vacuum Science, Technology and […]

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Spanish Service Provider of High-Pressure Compressors Has Become Part of Atlas Copco Group

Talleres Haizea S.L. (“Haizea”) a service and spare parts provider of high-pressure piston compressors has become part of Atlas Copco Group. Haizea is located in San Sebastian, Spain and has 16 employees. The company focuses on service, spare parts sales and energy efficiency optimization and operates across Spain, Portugal and Latin America. Its customers are […]

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Spring Announces Peter Perry As New Chair

Spring, the Innovation Centre of Excellence for the UK and Ireland water sector, has announced the appointment of Peter Perry as its new chair, marking the start of a new chapter for the organisation. Perry, outgoing chief executive of Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water, took up the role on 9 July 2025, succeeding interim chair Nigel […]

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Voith Deploys First Hydro Pocket Solution in Japan

At the beginning of March 2025, Voith successfully commissioned the first Hydro Pocket solution in Japan at the Ohsawagawa hydropower station. Previously, the system could only be monitored remotely via a closed circuit. This new software application enables monitoring from commonly used devices through the Internet environment, laying the groundwork for further modernization.   The […]

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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 […]

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Franklin Electric Appoints Daniela Williams as Chief Human Resources Officer

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. announced that Daniela Williams will join its executive leadership team as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), bringing a proven track record of driving growth for global organizations. In her new role, Williams will be setting the strategic direction for talent acquisition and management at Franklin Electric, overseeing all aspects of employee […]

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Jennifer Wolfenbarger Joins Franklin Electric as Chief Financial Officer

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. announced today that Jennifer Wolfenbarger has been appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Accounting Officer. As a core member of the executive leadership team, Wolfenbarger will help shape the company’s financial future by enabling growth and overseeing fiscal accountability for the entire organization. Wolfenbarger has served in divisional CFO roles […]

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Svanehøj Unveils Next-Generation Marine Engine Room Pumps

With a new compact and versatile marine engine room pump design, Svanehøj aims to optimize onboard liquid handling. Because of its lower weight, fewer components, and just a single wear part, the new NCM pump will enhance efficiency, simplify system integration, and reduce operational complexity. For decades, Svanehøj has designed and manufactured a broad portfolio […]

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River Deep Mountain AI Releases First Open-Source Models

Collaborative innovation project River Deep Mountain AI (RDMAI) has announced the open-source release of a suite of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) models set to transform the way water quality data is collected and used. Funded by Ofwat’s Water Breakthrough Challenge and led by Northumbrian Water, with Spring Innovation as the knowledge-sharing partner, RDMAI […]

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Sulzer Launches Energy Efficient Scaba STA Vertical Agitator

Sulzer proudly announces the launch of its new Scaba STA vertical agitator, a cutting-edge solution engineered to deliver excellent reliability, sustainability, and total cost of ownership for industrial mixing applications. Building on decades of application expertise the Scaba STA agitator marks a strategic evolution in Sulzer’s portfolio, harmonizing the best design features of the renowned […]

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Armstrong Introduces Energy Performance Improvement Calculator (EPIC)

Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced a new cloud-based tool named EPIC (Energy Performance Improvement Calculator) that calculates energy savings and ROI for upgrading older pumps with newer, more efficient smart-ready models. Using the information and values from the existing pump installation, EPIC compares the asset data to the operational features of new Design Envelope pumps […]

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Taking Care of wastewater and Sewage: DAB Launches New FXS Submersible Pump

DAB Pumps has launched the latest addition to its trusted FX range of wastewater pumps: the FXS, a robust, compact submersible pump designed for residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural applications. Built for lifting and transferring wastewater and sewage, the FXS combines the reliability contractors expect from the FX range with a more compact design that […]

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Busch Vacuum Solutions Launches COBRA DH Series for Industrial Vacuum Applications

Busch Vacuum Solutions introduces the COBRA DH series, a new generation of high-performance dry screw vacuum pumps specially designed for demanding industrial applications. The COBRA DH series encompasses compact and intelligent screw vacuum pumps with an integrated vacuum booster. With a nominal pumping speed range of 2,700 to 6,200 m³/h, they ensure fast cycle times […]

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Nominations Open for 2026 Pump Industry Awards

The British Pump Manufacturers Association is excited to announce that the nomination process for the 2026 Pump Industry Awards is now underway. This year’s Gala Dinner will take place on Thursday 19th March at The Hilton, St. George’s Park, Burton upon Trent. As always, the event will provide a valuable opportunity for networking, as well […]

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KROHNE Group Streamlines Field Device Access in PICK App with New Barcode Scanner

KROHNE Group has upgraded its PICK (Product Information Center KROHNE) mobile app by integrating a new barcode scanning functionality. The feature simplifies how customers access product information for their KROHNE field devices. The PICK app is part of KROHNE’s myDevice suite of smart service tools. It enables users to retrieve information by scanning Data Matrix […]

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