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Modernized Drive Technology Boosts Efficiency at London Sewage Treatment Plant
03/06/2026
As part of a modernization project, the Beckton sewage treatment plant in London will be using variable-speed actuators from AUMA. The new technology is designed to extend the service life of the contactors, reduce maintenance requirements, and enable more efficient process control.
Reliable rupture discs for military applications
28/05/2026
Rupture discs ensure rapid and maintenance-free pressure relief even under extreme operating conditions and are therefore becoming increasingly important in safety-critical defence applications.
Future of facilities at the Leuna Chemical Park secured
21/05/2026
It appears that operations at the Leuna chemical site will continue: a newly established company is taking over key parts of the business in Saxony-Anhalt. However, not all staff will be retained.
Oliver Twinsafe Supports Ultra-Deepwater FPSO Development Offshore Brazil
18/05/2026
Oliver Twinsafe has secured an order for a 2-piece, 2″ Class 300 RF valve in Alloy 625 for deployment on a series of deepwater Floating Production Storage and Offloading units operating offshore Brazil.
One in five plastics processors expects a severe liquidity crisis
15/05/2026
The liquidity situation in the plastics processing industry remains tense: Over the past twelve months, 75 percent of companies have struggled with financial bottlenecks. Of these, 58.5 percent rated the situation as somewhat critical, and 17.5 percent even as very critical.
KSB Breaks the 3-Billion Mark and Continues to Grow
08/05/2026
Pump and valve manufacturer KSB continues its growth trajectory: In fiscal year 2025, the company surpassed the 3-billion-euro mark in both order intake and, for the first time, revenue. In addition, the SDAX-listed group further increased its EBIT (earnings before interest and taxes).
The control valve meets NAMUR requirements and has passed practical testing
29/04/2026
Emerson has announced that the Sempell™ 181 control valve has successfully passed the NAMUR type test NE 95. Compliance with NE 167 has also been confirmed. The tests were carried out in conjunction with the company’s own Fisher™ FIELDVUE™ DVC7K digital positioner.
Industrial valves sector: Outlook dims despite a strong previous year
24/04/2026
Following a successful 2025, manufacturers of industrial valves are looking to the current year with increasing scepticism. International uncertainties and geopolitical tensions are significantly dampening expectations.
Philipp Leiding Assumes New Sales Leadership for the DACH Region at IDT
17/04/2026
Philipp Leiding has taken on the newly created position of Sales Director for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH) at sealing manufacturer IDT. By consolidating sales responsibilities, the company aims to strengthen its strategic focus in the German-speaking region and reorganize its sales structure.
AVA Alms Takes Exclusive Distribution of MODU ONE in Germany
08/04/2026
AVA Alms GmbH has become the new exclusive distributor for the MODU ONE® Ecosystem of the Danish manufacturer MODU Valves A/S in Germany. With the agreement as the sole market partner, the company is further strengthening its position in the field of technically advanced industrial valves and expanding its portfolio with the first fully modular valve system on the market.