Business News
Modernized Drive Technology Boosts Efficiency at London Sewage Treatment Plant
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.
Business News
18.05.2026
Oliver Twinsafe Supports Ultra-Deepwater FPSO Development Offshore Brazil
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.
Business News
15.05.2026
One in five plastics processors expects a severe liquidity crisis
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.
Business News
08.05.2026
KSB Breaks the 3-Billion Mark and Continues to Grow
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).
Business News
29.04.2026
The control valve meets NAMUR requirements and has passed practical testing
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.
Business News
24.04.2026
Industrial valves sector: Outlook dims despite a strong previous year
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.
Business News
17.04.2026
Philipp Leiding Assumes New Sales Leadership for the DACH Region at IDT
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.
Interviews
First Lego, Then Leader: From Trainee Desk to the Executive Suite
Careers sometimes begin in the playroom. Carina Borzek traded dolls for building blocks at an early age—and in doing so, unknowingly laid the foundation for her rise in the plumbing fixtures industry. What looked like childish curiosity back then turned out to be the unplanned path to a remarkable career.
Interviews
02.02.2026
“Our international presence makes us independent of the European market.”
Syveco, the international sales unit of the French Thermador Group, is growing despite economic uncertainties and is sending a clear signal for quality, environmental awareness, and technical sophistication with its new lead-free Serena ball valve.