Water companies have set out 2025-2030 leakage ambitions that, if achieved, would put them among the top five performing countries in Europe. With higher operational costs and resource challenges to factor in, the supply chain can offer a more efficient route to success, writes Barbara Hathaway, Ovarro. Ambitious leakage reduction plans put forward by water […]
Water is a precious resource, especially in Africa, and maintaining the infrastructure that delivers it to homes and businesses is a complex task. Pumping stations are the heart of this system, transferring huge volumes of water between reservoirs and water towers as well as across the wider network. Sulzer is using its local facilities to […]
Sulzer separation technology and flow equipment have been selected to enable biomethanol production at the new Veolia plant in Äänekoski, Finland. The separation technology will be integrated with ANDRITZ’s KraftanolTM biomethanol purification concept. Veolia will utilize the purification solution to convert raw pulp mill waste into commercial grade biomethanol suitable for a range of industries […]
Findlay Township Municipal Authority (FTMA) needed a faster way to find leaks and reduce water loss across its service area in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. With the Sensus Analytics Acoustic Monitoring application from Xylem, the utility can now remotely detect leaks and fix them before they become a bigger problem. The solution has enabled the utility […]
Celeros Flow Technology (Celeros FT) has finalized the sale of its Filtration business unit to London headquartered private equity firm, PX3 Partners (PX3). Celeros FT entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Filtration business in May and has reached this milestone with the sale effective October 2, 2023. Celeros FT is held by funds […]
Water companies have set out 2025-2030 leakage ambitions that, if achieved, would put them among the top five performing countries in Europe. With higher operational costs and resource challenges to factor in, the supply chain can offer a more efficient route to success, writes Barbara Hathaway, Ovarro. Ambitious leakage reduction plans put forward by water […]
WCS Environmental Engineering technology has been selected to deliver wastewater treatment at a landmark industrial development in east London. Momentum is a strategic logistics scheme transforming a 20-acre brownfield site next to the River Thames in Rainham. Being delivered by HBD and Barings in joint venture partnership, Momentum will comprise four units and is designed […]
Effective January 1, 2024, IT will be represented in Atlas Copco’s Group Management. Marcus Hvied, who today is General Manager IT Services and Head of Group IT (Information Technology) is appointed Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer and becomes a member of the management team. Marcus Hvied joined the Group in 2018 and has since […]
Plenary vote on the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive sets a difficult course for Europe’s water future as MEPS choose to significantly dilute Extended Producer Responsibility Europe’s drinking water and wastewater service providers hold concerns for the affordability of Europe’s water treatment for consumers in the wake of October’s plenary vote on the Urban Wastewater […]
CIRCOR International, Inc. announces its IMO 3-screw positive displacement rotary pump technology, ideal for lowering transformer oil purification operating costs. The IMO 3-screw design excels under low/vacuum inlet pressures and provides enhanced reliability and longevity. The pumps are available in the 3D and 3E series for transfer/circulation of transformer insulating oil. Series 3D pumps, available […]
Renowned water experts will be presenting at the highly anticipated BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues on November 8th, 2023. Speakers include the World Bank, International Water Association (IWA), Berlin Centre of Competence for Water (KWB), German Environment Agency (UBA) and Technical University Berlin (TU Berlin), among others. The online event will tackle the theme of […]
Hubert Achermann, Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of GF and Independent Lead Director is retiring from the Board of Directors on reaching the age limit. The Board of Directors of GF will propose Stefan Räbsamen as a new member to the Annual General Meeting on 17 April 2024. Stefan Räbsamen (1965), Swiss citizen, holds […]
Mining has been facing the perpetual fight against the ingress of rain and groundwater for many centuries. Although effective pump systems for water drainage are available, the high sediment load of up to five percent and the varying pH value of the mine water, as well as considerable energy consumption of the pumps continue to […]
The Association of Electrical & Mechanical Trades (AEMT) is delighted to be returning to the West Midlands on the evening of Thursday 23rd November for the staging of its 6th Annual Awards Ceremony. With a record number of submissions across the seven categories, this year’s programme has again produced some truly exceptional entries from right […]
Sulzer Services recently performed critical repairs on a completely failed 100-year-old 5MW turbine in West Java. The turbine repair served to both restore the renewable energy supply to the local community and wider grid and reduce expected downtime for the customer by seven months. The team of local experts drew on the support of Sulzer’s […]
NETZSCH Pumps USA is considerably expanding its pump manufacturing machines and processes in its Exton, Pennsylvania Facility. This expansion allows NETZSCH to serve customers across the country in a more efficient and cost-effective manner. The company has recently changed its name to NETZSCH Pumps USA to underline the importance of its increased manufacturing footprint in […]
Valmet introduces a redesigned Valmet Rotating Consistency Measurement (Valmet Rotary) for pulp and paper producers. With the latest technology, a new user interface and easier maintenance, the transmitter continues to offer highly accurate fiber consistency measurement for critical applications. “Built on well-known technology and the long experience, the new measurement is robust and built to […]
The GEMÜ lettering has barely changed in almost 60 years. While the logo has been developed during this time, the letters have largely remained the same. In October 2023, the Ingelfingen-based technology company will introduce its new company logo. Since its foundation in 1964, the valves, measurement and control systems manufacturer GEMÜ has been continuously […]
Over the past few decades, the cruise industry has witnessed significant growth, with cruise liners evolving from modest vessels to extravagant floating cities. Continuous innovation and unparalleled luxury experiences are the name of the game and the world’s biggest cruise liner, is not only a floating city but also a symbol of engineering marvel, characterized […]
Samotics has been selected by thyssenkrupp to monitor the condition and performance of its hot rolling mill in Duisburg. thyssenkrupp Steel installed Samotics’ SAM4 Health solution as part of a proof-of-value pilot, initially monitoring 100 critical conveyor rolls at its Duisburg plant in Germany—Europe’s biggest steelmaking site. In the first few months of the pilot, […]
Watson-Marlow’s Devens site has been recognized as a Gold Awardee at the MassEcon Economic Impact Awards in Massachusetts, US. The awards recognize industry leaders that have made a positive growth impact in the state. Awardees are commended for contributions in areas such as real estate investments, community involvement, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Built in […]
