Busch Vacuum Solutions announces the successful acquisition of centrotherm clean solutions. Together with Pfeiffer Vacuum, which has been part of the Busch Group for some time, the companies want to continue to grow in the area of sustainable gas abatement systems for the semiconductor market. Busch Vacuum Solutions has acquired centrotherm clean solutions, one of […]
The Instrumentation Products Division, Europe (IPDE) of Parker Hannifin announces the availability of the Hi-Pro Series ball valves and the HNV Series needle valves with fully integrated O-LOK® O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) fitting connections. This release augments the company’s highly successful valve offerings that utilise A-LOK® two-ferrule connections. Like the well-renowned A-LOK® connection, the O-LOK® […]
PXFLOW has developed a new semi open centrifugal impeller for wastewater pumps capable of handling raw, unscreened sewage containing solids or long fibered material. The S-Channel impeller is equipped with twin “S” channel blades that extend on the hub body allowing its self-cleaning characteristics to work together as system with a long deep sharp groove […]
Atlas Copco has agreed to acquire Presys Co., Ltd. The company provides vacuum valves for the semiconductor market. Presys Co., Ltd. is a privately owned company with 134 employees, located in Suwon, Republic of Korea. In 2022, the company had revenues of approximately MKRW 35,000 (MSEK 275*). “Presys’ products are well known within the Korean […]
Norway is famed for the beauty of its rugged landscapes, but hilly or mountainous country can be a nightmare for wastewater engineers. With no flat or downhill route available between communities and the wastewater treatment facilities that serve them, reliable infrastructure requires some creative thinking. One way to connect inaccessible locations is with small diameter, […]
Global market intelligence firm Interact Analysis recently made some revisions to its global manufacturing outlook forecast. According to the company’s latest research, the outlook for global manufacturing is bleak, and this looks set to continue throughout 2024 into early 2025. Europe in particular is feeling the pinch, while the Americas region fared well during the […]
As demand for LNG-fueled vessels remains high, the marine pump specialist Svanehøj can now offer a high-pressure pump solution for two-stroke engines – a compact unit with three combined cold ends designed for optimal flow and longer service intervals. High-pressure LNG engines offer lower fuel consumption and significantly reduced methane slips. This is driving a […]
FS – Fueling Sustainability, located near Lucas do Rio Verde, Mato Grosso, is the first corn-only ethanol plant in Brazil. The phase 1 production started in 2017 with an initial capacity of 250 million liters per year. The facility utilizes the latest process technologies from ICM, an innovative company headquartered in Colwich, KS, USA that […]
Vacuum equipment specialist Leybold UK, based in Chessington, Surrey, has been recognised by the Instrumentation Excellence Awards. The Leybold Hygienic Enclosure for vacuum pumps has won Product of the Year Cases and Enclosures. The Awards celebrate the very best professionals, products, projects and companies from across the test, measurement, sensing and control sectors. Leybold UK […]
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. announced its third quarter financial results for fiscal year 2023. Third quarter 2023 net sales were $538.4 million, compared to third quarter 2022 net sales of $551.7 million. Third quarter 2023 operating income was $78.1 million, compared to third quarter 2022 operating income of $80.0 million. Third quarter 2023 EPS was […]
The Industrial Systems Division Europe of Parker Hannifin has announced the launch of its new AC20F drive controller. The modular drive was specially developed for motor control in hydraulic applications. It is therefore also ideally suited to use in variable-speed hydraulic pump systems, such as the company’s Drive Controlled Pump (DCP). The AC20F is already […]
Kirloskar Brothers Limited (KBL) announces the launch of its latest innovation, the ANIIKA-I and ANISA-I, I HP mini-series pumps. These state-of-the-art pumps mark a significant advancement in fluid handling technology, catering to the diverse needs of industries and households alike. The ANNIKA-I and ANISA-I pumps from KBL offer a host of key features that set […]
Atlas Copco announces its next generation of dry claw vacuum pumps – the DZS A series. This new series sets a benchmark for performance, efficiency, and reliability. Designed with the evolving needs of manufacturing industries in mind, the DZS A series offers significant advantages. Leveraging the latest in German engineering and cutting- edge machining, these […]
By targeting company-wide emissions as part of an overall strategic goal for carbon neutral operations, filtration giant Parker Hannifin has shown what can be achieved in just one year. Global air filtration experts Parker Hannifin have unveiled exceptional results from their carbon reduction strategy with the first full year of implementation showing substantial savings. With […]
Sulzer is contributing to decarbonizing the energy industry with the supply of a custom VNY molten salt pump to the Molten Salts Storage (MOSS) project in Denmark. A world first, the pilot plant will validate the commercial viability of storing renewable energy in liquid hydroxide salts. Sulzer is a member of the project consortium investing […]
The global hydraulic pumps market size reached US$ 10.7 billion in 2022. Revenue generated by hydraulic pump sales is likely to hit US$ 11.2 billion in 2023. Sales are poised to soar by 4.0% CAGR over the forecast period between 2023 and 2033. Sales are anticipated to reach US$ 16.6 billion by 2033. During the […]
A detailed overview of artificial intelligence (AI) and its increasing emergence in the water and wastewater sector was the focus of British Water’s latest webinar, featuring speakers from Ofwat, Thames Water, and across the supply chain, including consultancies Jacobs and ExploreAI. The most recent briefing, AI Explained, on 3 October, explored the emergence and adoption […]
Customers of the Spaix pump selection software have something to look forward to: the latest version will be launched at the end of October. In addition to many new functions, the program’s performance has been further improved. Moreover, the manufacturer VSX – VOGEL SOFTWARE has paid special attention to the topic of sustainability in Spaix […]
The UK water sector is preparing to meet the challenges of AMP8, and in November, Helen Wakeham, director of water transformation at the Environment Agency, will deliver a keynote speech at UKWIR’s annual conference. Here, she discusses the research, innovation and funding opportunities for the water sector. What role do research and innovation play in […]
Atlas Copco Group has acquired ACJ, s.r.o., a compressor distributor in Samorin, near Bratislava in western Slovakia. The company has 14 employees and offers sales and service of compressors, dryers, and other compressed air equipment to general industry. “The acquisition will extend our service and sales offering in Slovakia, which is a market where we […]
Parker Hannifin is unveiling the latest addition to its high-performance family of mobile motors: the low-voltage NX8xHM series. Providing a cost-effective solution for both on and off-road vehicles, the new permanent magnet AC (PMAC) motor is an ideal choice for electro-hydraulic pumps used by 48Vdc construction vehicles, such as mini excavators. The motors are also […]
