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Deal for energy-saving compressor design

MIDLANDS firm Lontra has secured the first global license for its Blade Compressor™ technology. The deal signed in April with pumping equipment manufacturer Sulzer...
Wernert

Submersible pumps for chemical effluent transfer

WERNERT vertical VKPF-50-250 pumps are apparently proving to be a great success for transferring chemical effluent from collection tanks to a treatment/neutralisation facility at...
Samson Controls

Valve and positioner for difficult conditions

CHALLENGING fluids handling applications, such as those in the oil, gas and petrochemical industries, where systems are required to operate under severe operating conditions,...
The refurbished pump house with the new Godwin pump.

Sump pumping problem solved

THE installation of a Godwin DPC300 Dri-Prime pump at the Stag Industrial Estate Altrincham for Norland Managed Services has solved a potential flooding problem....
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Non-slam check valve succeeds by keeping it simple

Water hammer is a common problem in supply systems whenever the steady state condition of the flow is interrupted by sudden changes such as...
Skelair International has reacted to continuing demand for rental machines by investing in a specialist grouting mixer and pump for anchors and mini-pilings.

Equipment aimed at hire things – Skelair invests

Skelair International has reacted to continuing demand for rental machines by investing in a specialist grouting mixer and pump for anchors and mini-pilings. A two-piece...

The old ones are the best – Tackling blockages in pumps

Pump blockages resulting from large quantities of grit, debris and fibrous matter is a problem faced almost daily by operators of wastewater and effluent...
BÜRKERT’S new Type 6027 direct acting range of process solenoid valves is designed for use with neutral gases, fluids, steam, vacuum and slightly aggressive media at pressures up to 135bar and temperatures to +180 degrees C.

Modular design for functional flexibility

BÜRKERT’S new Type 6027 direct acting range of process solenoid valves is designed for use with neutral gases, fluids, steam, vacuum and slightly aggressive...
The credential was awarded to Bedford Pumps Ltd following extensive and stringent trials by independent research consultant VisAdvies BV, a specialist in water management and which focuses on the environment of fish in all types of inland waterways

Fishy story with a happy ending – Bedford Pumps awarded

A company has been given a top rating for its new range of ‘fish friendly’ pumps. The credential was awarded to Bedford Pumps Ltd following...
ROTORK Gears reports that international markets have reacted positively to the introduction of its range of 242 Series manual gear operators.

Geared up for action – New range from Rotork

ROTORK Gears reports that international markets have reacted positively to the introduction of its range of 242 Series manual gear operators. Significant activity in China...
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SPP checks out with a double

SPP Pumps struck double gold at this year’s industry awards. The company, which provides centrifugal pumps and systems, was named Manufacturer of the Year at...
KGN Pillinger has invested in the latest laser cutting and press brake machines to fabricate all stainless steel components.

Cutting edge machinery for KGN Pillinger

KGN Pillinger has invested in the latest laser cutting and press brake machines to fabricate all stainless steel components. The Amada F0 MK2 Rotary Index...
MICHAEL SMITH ENGINEERS

Micro gear pumps ideal for high pressures, low flows

The new GAF Series of electromagnetic gear pumps from Micropump are ideal for fluids transfer applications which require chemically resistant, leak-free pumps providing high...
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Industrial Penstocks can handle the pressure in Abu Dhabi

Supersize high pressure Knife Gate Valves designed and built by Industrial Penstocks (part of F J Holdings Ltd), are playing a vital part in...
Landia get the balance right at top Shropshire attraction

Landia get the balance right at top Shropshire attraction

One of Shropshire’s leading visitor destinations is benefitting from the installation of pumps supplied by Landia, which have greatly improved the management of the...

Godwin leads the way

Following its acquisition by Xylem, pump firm Godwin has been taking advantage of a position that allows it to sell directly to customers as...
The largest EZstrip transfer pump now has a 225m3/h capacity.

Stripped for action

THE biggest leap forward in progressing cavity pump design for 30 years is being claimed by NOV Mono as it expands its range of...
The Wilo-Stratos PICO series of single pumps offer potential electricity savings of up to 90% and already comply with the limit values of the second stage of the glandless circulating pump ordinance due for 2015.

Get ready for a 2013 revolution

The new year will see the start of a pumping revolution forecasts Steve Paddock. THE European Union has recognised that in order to achieve anywhere...

Fire service helps out as mine pumps struggle to cope

FIRE fighters came to the rescue when minewater threatened to pollute waterways in Cornwall. They brought in an additional pump to help contain the water...

The China connection

Valve gearboxes manufactured by Rotork Gears have been supplied for the operation of giant butterfly valves as part of the 17 billion Renminbi (RMB)...