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Safely Controlled: Reliable Valve Technology for Hydrogen Applications
With valve solutions from Schubert & Salzer, plant engineering and operating companies are well-armed for the specific challenges of the demanding alternative energy carrier hydrogen. Hydrogen is developing into a key technology for the energy transition in industry. However, the atoms of the “green” energy carrier are the smallest and lightest of all elements. Their […]

New President Announced at the AEMT
At its recent AGM, the Association for Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) announced the appointment of Mark Brady as its new honorary President, taking over the position from outgoing President James Stevens, the CEO at Preformed Windings. Mark Brady, Managing Director at electromechanical maintenance specialist Hayley 247 DEXIS, assumed the President’s position after serving as […]

Sulzer Reveals: Two-Thirds of Industrial Pumps Are Running Inefficiently
New research from Sulzer reveals widespread inefficiencies across industrial pump fleets, with some operators missing out on energy savings of over $1.5 million per site Sulzer’s latest whitepaper reveals that pump performance remains a major blindspot for many operators in industrial energy consumption, with operators missing out on significant productivity, cost and sustainability improvements. The […]

Siemens Completed the Acquisition of ebm-papst’s Industrial Drive Technology Business
Siemens AG closed its acquisition of ebm-papst’s industrial drive technology business. In the future, it will be marketed using the name “Mechatronic Systems” at Siemens. The business has about 650 employees and its portfolio includes intelligent, integrated mechatronic systems in the extra-low voltage protection range, innovative driving systems used in free-moving, driverless transport systems, and […]

Flender Expands Illinois-based Service Center to Enhance North American Operations
Flender, a global leader in mechanical and electrical drive systems, proudly announces the expansion of its service center in Elgin, Illinois. This significant investment underscores Flender’s commitment to bolstering efficiency and local support across the United States and Canada. The new facility will include an expansive, state-of-the-art warehouse, in-house gear regrinding capabilities, and consolidated storage […]

GEA Further Boosts Position in TIME Magazine’s “World Most Sustainable Companies” Ranking
For the second consecutive year, TIME Magazine and Statista jointly published their ranking of the “World’s Most Sustainable Companies”. With a position as global number 12 in a list of 500 firms, GEA scored exceptionally high in the overall ranking. Furthermore, the Company secured second place amongst all 22 German firms on the list. GEA […]

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 […]

BUMAX Announces Strategic Partnership with Leading Turkish Fastener Distributor
Swedish fastener manufacturer BUMAX has strengthened its market presence in Türkiye, following the signing of a new strategic agreement with Standart Civata (STD) – a distributor of high-quality fasteners. The partnership marks a significant milestone in the BUMAX international growth strategy, aimed at strengthening its distribution network and brand presence in key markets. “We are […]

LEYBOLD Launches Two New Roughing Pumps for Analytical Applications
Leybold has launched two new versions of its renowned oil-sealed rotary vane pumps for analytical applications. The new developments are characterized by their high pumping speed, low noise level and maintenance intervals of up to 24,000 hours in LC or GC MS applications (Liquid or Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry). The SV BI² sets new Standards in […]

Ethernet-APL Proves its Value: Expanded Testing Shows Broad Industry Adoption
Ethernet-APL has moved beyond readiness. The instrumentation manufacturer Endress+Hauser successfully conducted another set of load tests of a realistic PROFINET over Ethernet-APL setup. Two years after the last successful multi-vendor tests, the technology has proven its strength again in a realistic simulation. The load tests were tailored to meet customer-specific requirements, demonstrating that components from […]

EBARA Corporation Kumamoto Plant Achieves Highest Platinum Recognition in RBA Audit
EBARA Corporation (hereinafter “EBARA”) obtained the highest rating, Platinum Recognition, in the RBA (Responsible Business Alliance) Validated Assessment Program (VAP) audit. 1. Background and Objectives RBA is the world’s largest industry alliance dedicated to responsible business conduct in global supply chains, particularly in the electrical industries. EBARA upholds the RBA Code of Conduct and works […]

Keeping Vacuum Pumps Cool During Summer Months
As temperatures rise, the performance and durability of vacuum pumps can be significantly affected. Maintaining a cool environment for these devices is critical, as most are built to function effectively in ambient temperatures of up to 40°C. Overheating can lead to accelerated oil degradation, increased maintenance costs, and potential equipment failure, interrupting manufacturing and causing […]

WIKA and KROHNE Expand Strategic Partnership
WIKA and KROHNE, both global manufacturers of measurement technology, will intensify their strategic cooperation. WIKA is now KROHNE’s exclusive partner for the temperature product area. KROHNE can offer its customers the complete portfolio of WIKA and thus a wider product range, more application experience as well as more approvals, certifications and services for temperature measuring […]

High Power Low Voltage Motors for Horizontal Pumping Applications
Wolong Electric America introduces a new line of high power, low voltage motors to its Quantum horizontal motor line. Designed for demanding horizontal pumping applications in oil and gas and natural gas compression facilities, these 2-pole, 3-phase, 460V motors offer up to 1500 horsepower, a power range traditionally reserved for multiple units or medium voltage […]

Steelpaint’s Combination 500 Passes FRP Coatings Trial
Steelpaint GmbH has confirmed the successful application and long-term performance of its one-component coating system, Stelpant PU Combination 500, on fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) and glass flake structures. The trial marks the coating’s first larger-scale industrial application to this class of composite substrate; a material used frequently across most industrial sectors. The project, carried out at […]

Armstrong’s New Energy Analyzer Generates Energy Audit Reports for HVAC Plant Rooms
Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced Energy Analyzer (EA), a new cloud service tool that generates clear Audit Reports for HVAC plant rooms by calculating potential energy and water savings. Drawing on detailed information about the building, including a profile of wet bulb temperatures, building load percentages, setpoints, minimums and capacities, the Envelope Analyzer tool provides […]

Saudi Arabia’s 2nd Stormwater & Wastewater Conference 2025 Opens in Jeddah
The 2nd edition of the Stormwater & Wastewater Conference 2025 officially opened at the Jeddah Hilton, convening government officials, global technology innovators, and leading industry experts to drive the development of resilient and sustainable water infrastructure systems across the Kingdom in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The conference commenced with opening remarks from Great […]

Portable Air Compressors Extend the Life of South African Agricultural Equipment
Smart farming is underpinned by minimised input costs and maximised yields, which can be achieved through adopting simple practices, such as regular cleaning of agricultural equipment. In South Africa, crop farmers are effectively using Atlas Copco’s rugged, compact and versatile U190 PACE compressors for the maintenance of their agricultural equipment. Farmlands are notoriously tough environments […]

Robust Motor for High-Efficiency Industrial Motion Control in Oil and Gas Facilities
Wolong Electric America is proud to highlight the EMR-Bulldozer Series, a ferrite-assisted synchronous reluctance integrated drive motor engineered for ultra-high efficiency, robust performance, and long-term reliability in harsh oil and gas facility conditions. With efficiency equivalent to IE5, the highest currently recognized international standard, the EMR-Bulldozer motors deliver outstanding power density and energy savings, making […]

Alfa Laval Launches Clariot for Next-Gen AI Condition Monitoring
Laval launches Clariot, a next generation, AI-based condition monitoring solution, precision-built for hygienic process equipment to deliver more accurate analysis and support. Clariot monitors equipment and processes, providing actionable insights that enhance uptime and optimize resource efficiency. “We developed Clariot based on our extensive experience from more than 3,000 condition monitoring units already operating worldwide”, […]