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07-December-2018
Heavy Duty Leak-Free Mag-Drive Pumps for Efficient Pumping
Pumping specialists Michael Smith Engineers are delighted to announce their appointment as official UK
distributor for the full range of Dickow magnet drive and mechanical seal centrifugal and side channel
pumps. The range includes the SCM series horizontal magnet drive side channel pumps which are ideal
for handling low flows (up to 30m³/hr) at high differential heads (up to 400 metres) at temperatures
up to 180ºC.
06-December-2018
Endress+Hauser Opens State-of-the-art Calibration and Training Center
 Endress+Hauser has invested roughly three million euros in a modern, state-of-the-art calibration
and training center in the industrial city of Jubail, Saudi Arabia, thus strengthening direct contact with
customers in the Middle East while supporting the country’s economic development.
05-December-2018
Xylem Signs Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Ethiopia
Xylem has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ethiopia’s Ministry of Water,
Irrigation and Energy (MoWIE) for future cooperation to help advance water security in Ethiopia.
03-December-2018
Beefed Up Representation for Vesconite Bearings in USA
 Experienced polymer-products representative Gary Croeser has officially become the
Vesconite Bearings representative in the US. This was the announcement made by Vesconite
Bearings chairperson Dr Jean-Patrick Leger last month.
28-November-2018
Kemira Calls for Tougher Implementation of EU Water Treatment Legislation
Securing a clean water supply will be one of the greatest challenges our world faces in the next
century. Despite the fact that water treatment plays a central role in efficient and sustainable
water use, much of the current European legislation on water treatment dates from the 1990s.
Furthermore, the majority of Europe s water treatment infrastructure was designed and
commissioned decades ago.
22-November-2018
Tapflo Group Officially Announces the Establishment of Tapflo Oceania
For many years it has been Tapflo’s wish to have their own operations in Australia. This
wish has now been realized in Tapflo Oceania (PTY) Ltd which has been in full operation
since Nov 1, 2018.
16-November-2018
Optimization of Biological Wastewater Treatment Plants by Using Patented Technology Made in Germany
 The overload of biological water and wastewater treatment plants and/or stricter
discharge requirements (nitrification and denitrification, as the circumstances may require)
issue new challenges to plant operators.
14-November-2018
Almatec Announces Headquarters Relocation to Accommodate Company Growth
 Almatec announced that it has moved into new corporate headquarters located at Hochstraße 150-152 in
Duisburg, Germany. The new headquarters will accommodate the growing business by providing roughly 70% more
space, including a much larger manufacturing facility and a state-of-the-art ISO Class 7 cleanroom
09-November-2018
Pfeiffer Vacuum Opens New Facility in Nashua, NH
 Pfeiffer Vacuum, one of the world’s leading providers of high-tech vacuum solutions
for the semiconductor, industrial, coating, analytical and R&D markets, opened up a new 27,000
square foot building in Nashua, NH, on October 25. This modern two-story construction will be
the home of the North American headquarters for administration, sales, product management,
marketing and customer care.
07-November-2018
Metso to Increase Its Valve Production Capacity in China to Meet the Growing Global Demand
 To respond to the growing global demand in the valve market, Metso has decided to
invest in a new green-field valve technology center in Jiaxing, China. The new-build
plant will strengthen Metso s valve and related products production capabilities and
increase capacity for customers across various process industries, both in China and globally.
02-November-2018
Pure Progress: Pentair and Shining Hope for Communities Expand Access to Safe Water in Kibera
 Global water treatment company Pentair plc, the Pentair Foundation, andShining Hope for
Communities (SHOFCO) recently completed a multi-yearendeavor to expand access to safe drinking
water in Kibera, animpoverished settlement in Nairobi, Kenya, with the implementation of water
filtration technology and a cutting-edge aerial piping system thatdelivers clean drinking water to residents.
26-October-2018
Salmson Becomes Wilo
 Since 1984, the French pump and pump systems manufacturer Salmson has been part of the
Wilo Group. Until now, the two brands – Salmson and Wilo – have been marketed side-by-side
by Wilo Salmson France SAS.
25-October-2018
Sulzer Signs Deal with Nidec Industrial Solutions
 As part of a growing portfolio of services, Sulzer has signed an agreement with Nidec
Industrial Solutions that will introduce customers to the high performance, energy
efficient drives.
19-October-2018
Quantum Peristaltic Bioprocessing Pump Selected by Biotech Training Institute
 A collaboration between Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group (WMFTG) and a leading
American training institute is helping to deliver first-class learning experiences for
the bioprocessing sector.
19-October-2018
Aflex Extends Global Reach with Direct Sales and Technical Support in EEU Countries
 Aflex Hose Ltd, a division of Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group (WMFTG), will now provide
direct sales and technical support to EEU countries (Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan,
Kyrgyzstan and Russia).
17-October-2018
SPX Flow Opens Two New Bolting Rental Service Centers in Louisiana
 SPX Flow has announced the opening of two new, state-of-the-art Bolting Rental Service Centers in Louisiana, USA. Conveniently
located in Sulphur and Gonzales, the new facilities offer a full rental fleet including hydraulic torque wrenches, spring
return tensioners, nut splitters, pneumatic torque guns, hydraulic pumps, impact sockets and other ancillary equipment,
along with a comprehensive range of services.
10-October-2018
Pentair Releases 2017 Corporate Responsibility Report
Pentair announced the release of its 2017 Corporate Responsibility (CR) Report, highlighting
corporate and community citizenship efforts including its continued commitment to sustainable
products and solutions, operational excellence, employee engagement, community involvement and
philanthropic giving, and governance.
10-October-2018
At High Speed Into the Future – GEMÜ Founds New start-up inevvo solutions
 On 1st October, the Ingelfingen-based valve expert GEMÜ celebrated the foundation of its new subsidiary inevvo solutions.
08-October-2018
Pfeiffer Vacuum Opens New High-Tech Production Site in Romania
 Pfeiffer Vacuum celebrated the opening of its new production location in Cluj, Romania, on September 26.
The continuous growth of the Pfeiffer Vacuum Group and the ongoing demand for vacuum technology made the modern
new building necessary.
01-October-2018
Sulzer Inaugurates New Manufacturing Site in Poland
Sulzer inaugurated a new manufacturing site for Applicator Systems products in Wrocļaw,
Poland. Strong growth in the adhesives and dental segments, for which Sulzer markets products
commercially under the brand Mixpac, required additional production capacities. The new site
will generate more than 100 new jobs.
27-September-2018
Aspire Receives a Large Donation from the Inpro/Seal Family
 The 31st annual Inpro/Seal VIP Charity Golf Tournament raised over $17,000 for Aspire, a non-profit organization recognized throughout the Midwest as a leader in providing bold, pioneering and uncompromising services to children and adults with developmental disabilities.
21-September-2018
Mouvex Opens Mouvex Americas in Grand Terrace, CA Facility
 Mouvex is pleased to announce the opening of its Mouvex Americas facility.
The facility is located within PSG in Grand Terrace, CA, USA.
11-September-2018
Ebara Announces the Merger of 2 Brazilian Subsidiaries
Ebara Corporation (Ebara) is delighted to announce the merge-absorption of its wholly-owned Brazilian
subsidiary Thebe Bombas Hidráulicas Ltda. (THEBE) by Ebara Indústrias Mecânicas e Comércio Ltda. (EIMCO),
another wholly-owned subsidiary in Brazil. The surviving entity has the new name as Ebara Bombas América
do Sul Ltda. (Ebara Pumps South America - EBAS).
30-August-2018
Water for All - Leybold Strengthens a Long-Term Project of the Atlas Copco Group
 Leybold Managing Director Johan Van der Eeken and Project Manager Stephan Hohenadl today
handed over a donation cheque for 5,930 Euros to Eva Heemann and Cemre Altinsoy for the employee
initiative `Water for All´. Since 1984, Water for All has supported projects that provide people
in need with access to clean drinking water, sanitation and hygiene.
09-August-2018
PUB and Grundfos to Jointly Develop Sustainable Water Technologies
 Global pumps leader Grundfos and PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development of efficient water technologies and solutions.
08-August-2018
Netzsch Opens New Service Center to Serve Texas Municipal Customers
Netzsch Pumps North America announces the opening of its new service center
just north of Houston, Texas, which provides a wide range of pump service options to municipal
customers throughout Texas. This 4,900 sq. ft. combined warehouse and office space now allows
Netzsch to quickly provide local service to pump customers in Texas.
02-August-2018
Pfeiffer Vacuum Employees from all over the World Victorious at Corporate Games
 The “Corporate Games“ international sporting competition took place in Annecy, France,
over the first weekend in July. Teams from corporations all over the world can take part in the games.
19-July-2018
BPMA Supports Letter to Prime Minister Expressing Concerns over Brexit ‘No Deal’ Scenario
As one of the 13 Trade Associations that make up the membership of the EURIS Task Force, which collectively represents industry sectors with a combined turnover of £110 Billion, the BPMA and its members have added their voice to this important communication.
16-July-2018
GF Issues its Sustainability Report 2017s
The Sustainability Report of GF provides a detailed overview of the company’s broad range of sustainability activities and the progress made in 2017. GF is well on track to reach its 2020 targets.
11-July-2018
Armstrong Partners with Industry Leaders To Launch Global “2 in 22” GHG Initiative
Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced an initiative to reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by 2 million tons by the year 2022 and issued a challenge to industry participants to set similarly aggressive targets for the same 4-year time frame.
05-July-2018
Hydraulic Institute & Pump Systems Matter Launches Authorized Training Partner Program
Recognizing the growing need for trained personnel throughout the pump industries and in the end-user community, the Hydraulic Institute, through its educational subsidiary, Pump Systems Matter (PSM) has created an Authorized Training Partner (ATP) program.
04-July-2018
Blackmer Celebrates 115 Years in the Pump Industry
 Blackmer part of PSG, a Dover company and a global leader in positive displacement, regenerative turbine and centrifugal pump, and reciprocating compressor technologies, is proud and honored to announce that it is celebrating its 115-year anniversary in 2018.
28-June-2018
Ultimate Hydraulic Power Solutions from the Bolting Systems and Power Team Brands
 Through its Bolting Systems and Power Team brands, SPX Flow offers innovative hydraulic power tool solutions. A continuous program of research and development, including the utilization of advancing material technology, ensures these offerings lead the market place in safety and reliability while providing solutions that are increasingly smaller and lighter.
14-June-2018
Voith Starts Discover Hydropower Tour with Energy Experts
 The technology group Voith starts its first influencer tour in the hydropower
sector worldwide. Together with selected energy experts, the company visits various
hydropower projects in three European countries between the 10th and the 16th of June.
11-June-2018
Dover Precision Components Supplies Reliability and Efficiency for Rotating and Reciprocating Machinery
To leverage their collective strength and heritage, Cook Compression, Inpro/Seal, Waukesha
Bearings and Bearings Plus have formed the newly named Dover Precision Components operating company.
08-June-2018
EurEau Reaction to the European Commission’s Revision of the Common Agricultural Policy
EurEau is concerned by the lack of ambition of the next CAP to safeguard
water sources and stimulate sustainable development.
07-June-2018
Italian Trip Planned by Vesconite
 Polymer bushings and wear material producer Vesconite will be visiting Italian
pump manufacturers in early June to introduce the companies to Vesconite’s bushings
and wear rings that are used globally to increase the operating life of vertical
turbine, canister and sump pumps.
31-May-2018
Kössler Celebrates its 90th Birthday
 At its headquarters in St. Georgen, Austria, the Voith subsidiary celebrated its 90th anniversary on 17 and 18 May 2018. On both days of the event, Kössler presented its latest innovative solutions and highlighted the prospects offered by energy generation from small hydro to numerous guests
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Gemü Strengthens its Industrial Business and Acquires New Sales Markets
With an advanced, international growth strategy and
associated goal to acquire new sales markets in the area
of industrial applications, Gemü has undergone organisational
restructuring.
25-May-2018
Voith Opens New Center for Hydropower Projects in East Africa
 On May 11, 2018 technology group Voith opened its new East Africa Hub
in the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa. In doing so the company is highlighting
its active contribution to the development of electricity generation from
hydropower in East Africa.
15-May-2018
Flowrox Opens Subsidiary in Chile
 Flowrox is glad to announce it has officially opened its sixth subsidiary
Flowrox Spa in Santiago, Chile.
17-May-2018
Endress+Hauser Strengthens its Position in Portugal
 To improve customer support for the Portuguese market, Endress+Hauser has
invested 800,000 euros in the construction of a sales office building near the
capital city of Lisbon. The Group has been present in Portugal since 2002
through its own sales subsidiary.
09-May-2018
Voith Hydro Opens Sydney Office
 Voith recently opened a new subsidiary in Sydney. The company is thus
further expanding its presence in the region in order to tap the enormous
potential offered by hydropower in this area.
08-May-2018
Pentair Focuses on Smart, Sustainable Water Solutions
Pentair is now a pure play water company with a comprehensive
range of smart, sustainable water solutions for homes, businesses, industry and
communities. Pentair has separated from its electrical business, which is now
called nVent Electric plc ("nVent"), a new independent, publicly traded company,
effective April 30.
24-April-2018
Endress+Hauser Group Filed 261 Patents in 2017
 Endress+Hauser submitted 261 patent applications in 2017. The company owns
a total of 7,479 active property rights around the world. Innovators are honored
at the Group’s annual Innovators’ Meeting.
05-April-2018
Digitalization Increases Efficiency and Security of Supply in the Water Industry
 Siemens will be focusing on the digitalization of water and waste water plants. Companies and municipalities are increasing both the efficiency and security of supply by, for example, planning, simulating and optimizing plants and processes using a digital twin.
28-March-2018
Atlas Copco Opens Expanded Innovation Center in Germany
 Atlas Copco has inaugurated an expanded innovation center in Bretten, Germany. The center will meet growing customer demand for testing and developing innovative joining technologies.
28-March-2018
United Nations World Water Day Focused on Nature-Based Solutions to Solve Water Challenges
Pentair commemorated World Water Day 2018 through its philanthropic work in Kenya with The Nature Conservancy s Upper Tana-Nairobi Water Fund. World Water Day is an international observance created by the United Nations to focus attention on the importance of freshwater and advocate for sustainable freshwater resources.
27-March-2018
Xylem Calls for Improved Water Resource Data Collection and Sharing
Xylem called on the public and private sectors to work together to improve
the collection and sharing of water data.
26-March-2018
Atlas Copco Honors the 25th Annual World Water Day
 Atlas Copco honored the 25th annual World Water Day by focusing on the importance of water.
22-March-2018
Stallkamp Enforces the Wastewater Business with Reliable Stainless Steel Tanks
 In the past, Stallkamp has repeatedly implemented projects for sewage treatment plants and the wastewater industry. In addition to various sludge tanks, this also in-cluded complex wastewater treatment plants such as a stainless steel tank with a stainless steel floor or a funnel-shaped secondary clarifier.
05-March-2018
Armstrong Announces New Performance Management Service and Free Trial Offer
Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced a new Performance Management Service offering, available with the purchase of all new Design Envelope pumps.
02-March-2018
Pentair Announces New Innovation Center in Apex, N.C.
Pentair has announced an expansion with plans to build a new, state-of-the-art innovation center in Apex, North Carolina.
28-February-2018
BPMA Membership Continues to Grow
The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) which represents the business interests of UK and Irish suppliers of liquid pumps and related pumping equipment on both the domestic and international stage, reports continued growth in its membership numbers, with another three companies recently joining the organisation.
22-February-2018
German Pump Major Homa Seals JV with India’s Ekki Pumps for India and Neighbouring Markets
 Homa and Ekki Pumps are pleased to announce their International Joint Venture alliance. Ekki and Homa have signed an agreement to create a focused waste water joint venture pump company, based in India to serve India and its neighboring markets.
21-February-2018
Hydropower Technology from Voith Plays Crucial Role in Central Asia and the Caspian Sea region
 For more than 80 years, Voith has been building and modernizing hydropower
plants in Central Asia and the region around the Caspian Sea. To date the technology
group has realized more than 150 projects, with many more at the planning stage or
about to be implemented. Overall, Voith hydropower technology provides more than 95
million people in the region with a reliable electricity supply.
07-February-2018
Further Growth for Endress+Hauser in China
 Only five years after the most recent expansion in China, the
Endress+Hauser Group has once again increased production capacity with
a third plant in Suzhou, 100 kilometers west of Shanghai. The 16,500-square-meter
facility will help the Group meet disproportionately high growth in the Far East.
02-February-2018
Pump Quality and Safety: ‘Darkness Favours Secrets’
 Anyone who buys dewatering pumps should not just focus on the pumping
quantity and delivery head. The ability of a pump to withstand the loads it
is subjected to primarily depends on its design and components – and these are
hidden inside the pump. What are the things to look out for?
01-February-2018
Xylem Announces New Pump Rental and Services Hub in Philippines as Part of Southeast Asia Expansion Plan
 Xylem has announced the opening of a new pump rental and service business in
Calamba in the province of Laguna, Philippines.
17-January-2018
Wilden Donates New AODD Pump To Mercy Ships
 Wilden is pleased to announce that it recently donated a new AODD pump
to Mercy Ships for transferring blackwater onboard the hospital ship Africa
Mercy, the largest civilian hospital ship in the world. Founded in 1978, Mercy
Ships is a global charitable organization that operates a fleet of hospital
ships specially designed for use in developing nations.
16-January-2018
Armstrong’s WaterAid Donation Helps Improve the Lives of 17,000 Children
 WaterAid Canada has informed Armstrong Fluid Technology that its
recent donation helped bring water and sanitation to 17,000 girls
and boys at 20 schools across Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda.
10-January-2018
Bitzer Introduces Warranty Extension Packages
 Compressor specialist Bitzer introduces complimentary one-year
individual warranty extension for IQ products, which is extendable up
to an overall guarantee of five years. For non-IQ products, specific
warranty extension packages are now available in the 2018 official
price list.
05-January-2018
The Benefits of In-House Machining in Environmental Equipment Manufacturing
 When manufacturing environmental equipment like pumps, samplers, and other
measuring equipment, manufacturers frequently outsource the machining of their
products’ individual parts. Machining equipment is typically complex and expensive,
so most manufacturers contract with outside vendors to machine their
parts, and then assemble parts into finished products in-house.
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