There is a growing trend towards moving wastewater pumping equipment out of an underground environment to increase equipment lifecycles, reduce labor and replacement costs, and increase worker safety. The trend away from submersible pumps toward above-ground pump stations eliminates the frequent pulling and replacement due to clogs and failures and reduces hazards and costs of accessing confined spaces. Read on for an overview of key advantages, as well as examples of how communities have achieved cost savings by moving towards above-ground systems.

ARI-Armaturen USA, specialized in industrial fluid control solutions, proudly highlights its CONA steam traps, trusted for their superior efficiency and reliability under the toughest conditions. With extensive product selection, vast inventory, and expert consulting services, ARI delivers comprehensive, end-to-end steam & condensate solutions for uninterrupted performance, reduced energy consumption, and optimized operations. This can be especially critical for industries in power, healthcare, chemical processing, and food production—sectors where downtime and inefficiency are not an option.

Jan Lüder will be appointed President and CEO of Voith Hydro and member of the Corporate Board of Management of the Voith Group effective April 1, 2025. He succeeds Dr. Tobias Keitel, who will continue his career outside Voith.

GEA looks back on a strong fiscal year and provides a positive outlook for 2025. The technology group, which focuses on mechanical and plant engineering, raised its margin guidance for EBITDA before restructuring expenses twice in 2024 and achieved its 2026 financial targets two years ahead of schedule.