In a major victory for sustainable water infrastructure, global leader in energy-efficient fluid-flow technology, Energy Recovery, Inc. (NASDAQ: ERII), has secured a landmark contract to supply its industry-leading PX® Pressure Exchanger® technology for new seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination plants in Saudi Arabia. This strategic win underscores the Kingdom’s aggressive push toward sustainable water security […]
The fluid handling, HVAC, and water technology sectors are buzzing with the latest blockbuster news: global water treatment and fluid management giant Pentair has announced its agreement to acquire Taco Group Holdings in a massive $1.4 billion deal. This acquisition is not just a financial headline; it represents a significant strategic shift that will reshape […]
As another spell of exceptionally hot weather places strain on water resources across the UK, global water technology leader DAB Pumps is urging the industry to look beyond simple conservation measures. While public discourse rightly focuses on water scarcity, reservoir levels, and hosepipe bans, a critical piece of the puzzle is frequently overlooked: the internal […]
Global pump and water technology leader Wilo has taken a massive leap forward in its decarbonization journey by officially inaugurating a state-of-the-art sustainable energy system at its manufacturing site in Hof, Germany. The groundbreaking project is designed to provide the facility with heat generated entirely from renewable sources, setting a new benchmark for eco-friendly industrial […]
The fluid handling and pump industry never sleeps, and May 2026 was no exception. From groundbreaking motor efficiency breakthroughs to major strategic acquisitions, the past month has been packed with developments shaping the future of industrial flow control. Here is a look back at the most-read and most impactful stories that dominated the World Pumps […]
Global technology leader ABB has released a groundbreaking new report, The Industrial Efficiency Gap, revealing that relatively small improvements in the efficiency of large industrial motors could unlock billions of dollars in savings and drastically reduce global carbon emissions. The report shines a light on a massive, untapped opportunity for industries looking to cut costs […]
On June 9, 2026, a groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of a transformative project at KSB’s headquarters in Frankenthal, Germany. In the presence of state and local dignitaries, along with around 400 employees, KSB CEO Stephan Timmermann officially launched the expansion of the Eta production facility—an investment of more than €70 million, making it one of the largest single investments the […]
Atlas Copco has launched the new GHS 402–902 VSD⁺ screw vacuum pump, marking a significant advancement in vacuum technology. As the second generation of this pump series, it introduces innovations that deliver high pumping speeds from atmospheric pressure to ultimate pressure, resulting in energy savings and faster pump-down performance. The GHS VSD⁺ series represents a shift from traditional vacuum […]
Mitsubishi Electric Automation has received top honors for its next-generation variable frequency drive. The company announced that its FR-D800 VFD has been named the Gold winner in the Drives, Motion & Motor Control category at the prestigious Control Engineering 2026 Product of the Year Awards. This award recognizes the FR-D800’s ability to address real-world industrial automation challenges, including reducing setup time, lowering energy […]
Siemens has announced a key leadership change within its Smart Infrastructure division. Effective June 1, 2026, Markus Grabmeier has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Electrical Products (EP) Business Unit. He succeeds Andreas Matthé, who is retiring after a distinguished 40-year career with the company. Andreas Matthé, who led the EP unit since October […]
