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Circor reveals the versatile CIR 3100 control valve series
The CIR 3100 is suitable for throttling and on-off control of fluids such as gas, steam, water or chemical compounds to compensate for the load disturbance and to keep the regulated process variable as close as possible to the desired set point.
Franklin Electric reveals NCX series explosion proof submersible non-clog pumps
The new FPS NCX Series explosion proof submersible non-clog pumps offer a safer wastewater transfer solution for municipal infrastructure operators.
Seal off water back-up with Flood-Guard™
Flood-Guard operates like a check valve to seal off water back-up caused by overloaded sewers.
World first: Solar power used to produce clinker
The world's first solar clinker, a key component of cement, has been produced by CEMEX and Synhelion.
Stainless steel, food-grade plastic parts for food processing equipment, conveyors
Stafford stainless steel and food-grade plastic parts include USDA- and FDA-approved 303 or 316 stainless steel, nylon or Delrin shaft collars, rigid couplings and mounts with 18-8 or 316 SS fasteners.
Kombucha cultures improve living water filters
Water filters made from a kombucha culture with living bacteria and yeast are more resistant to clogging compared to traditional membrane filters.
Using the seabed to heat coastal homes
Capillary heat exchangers offer potential for use as heat pumps in shallow coastal waters of the seabed to provide homes with a reliable supply of heat.
Efficiently harnessing hydrogen via artificial photosynthesis
Materials with high chemical stability and high catalytic efficiencies are featured in an advanced artificial photosynthesis system.
Gorman-Rupp adds new models to SF series submersible solids-handling pumps
The Gorman-Rupp line of SF series submersible solids-handling pumps recently saw the addition of four new models.
Video: Cut power use and extend tool life with upgraded Niagara Cutter solid carbide end mills
A new aluminum nonferrous coating reduces built-up edge to extend tool life while geometry optimizations reduce cutting forces.
GEA’s new-generation valve control tops enhance operational safety in hygienic applications
This innovative new technology uses integrated digital intelligence to enhance operational safety and automate initialization for commissioning processes.
WALTER Surface Technologies launches new magnetic drilling unit to maximize safety on worksites
A permanent magnet base in the drilling unit operates without electricity for continuous magnetic hold even during power shortages.
Flowserve’s INNOMAG TB-MAG pump cools hard-to-reach wind turbines
Flowserve has positioned itself to support the transition to wind power with the INNOMAG TB-MAG thrust-balanced, seal-less process pump.
Harper receives order for pitch carbon fiber oxidation oven system
Researchers will use the equipment to convert mesophase pitch, a liquid crystal derived from coal tar, into an oxidized carbon fiber precursor material.
Innovative new flanged multistage centrifugal pump – The MEC-MG from Caprari
Thanks to their typically compact and robust design, horizontal centrifugal multistage pumps are an ideal choice for flanging to diesel engines and for irrigation motor pump systems.
Photonics system to derive clean energy from CO2
Sunlight and LEDs are being harnessed by a European consortium to convert carbon dioxide and green hydrogen into methane gas and methanol liquid fuel.
Purdue team awarded grant to develop advanced electrochemical looping heat pump systems
A U.S. Department of Energy grant was recently awarded to a team led by Purdue University’s Center for High Performance Buildings for development of next generation electrochemical heat pump technology.
An innovative solution to trapped air in hydraulic systems
See how the Air Bleed Orifice results in extremely low fluid loss and maximized system efficiency compared to the traditional drilled hole method.
Minnesota town to relocate, expand wastewater treatment facility
Just as the current facility does, the new wastewater treatment plant will discharge into the Mississippi River. From 2.34 million to 10 million gallons of water treated daily, surrounding townships will benefit from this relocation and expansion.
Smart recycling equipment learns to identify plastic types
A new solution offers scope for rapid, precise identification and separation of 12 different varieties of plastic on recycling facility conveyor belts.