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CIRCOR International highlights its new BB PEP Series pumps, engineered for high-precision performance in polymer extrusion applications. With a focus on consistent, accurate performance, the BB PEP Series addresses critical demands such as uniformity, durability, and ease of maintenance in the chemical, industrial and life sciences industries.

Endress+Hauser is driving digitalization forward – in its products, in customer interaction and in internal collaboration. Endress+Hauser InfoServe, the Group’s IT service provider, plays a key role in this. Oliver Blum will take over as the new managing director on 1 January 2025. He was previously Corporate Director Supply Chain at Endress+Hauser.

Ebara Elliott Energy (EEE) has been selected to supply advanced equipment for SATORP’s Strategic Expansion (AMIRAL) petrochemical complex, located in Jubail on Saudi Arabia’s eastern coast. The contracts for the project were awarded by Hyundai Engineering Company and Maire Tecnimont, further cementing EEE’s role as a trusted partner in critical infrastructure projects in the region.

A major collaborative study into alternative approaches to phosphorus removal at rural wastewater treatment works has delivered promising results, with one new method already in use by a UK water company.

The Wilo Group has presented the Ecolution Award for the first time. This award honours efficient, reliable, environmentally friendly and therefore pioneering projects in water management. As part of the exclusive award ceremony at the Wilopark, four outstanding projects from Switzerland, China, India and the UK were recognised.

Chlorine gas plays a key role in the disinfection of drinking and industrial water. However, handling the chemical can pose considerable health risks – from irritation of the eyes to fatal pulmonary oedema. To further improve occupational safety during use, Lutz-Jesco has developed the VakuStop – a vacuum regulator for dosing systems that is equipped with an emergency stop function to prevent uncontrolled chlorine gas leaks directly at the chlorine gas tank in the event of an emergency.

Dr.-Ing. K. Busch GmbH, part of the global Busch Group, was awarded the prestigious EcoVadis bronze medal for its outstanding commitment to sustainability. The award underlines the high importance of environmental and social responsibility at Busch.

Amarinth has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the world’s first IECEx compliant manufacturer of mechanically sealed pumps. This certification applies to the company’s standard range of API 610 and ISO 5199 products, underlining Amarinth’s commitment to innovation and industry leadership.

NETZSCH Pumps USA, the leading complex fluid handling solutions provider, is proud to announce that Mark Hoke has joined the team as Regional Sales Manager Northeast – Environmental.

Global water solutions company Xylem announced that it has acquired a majority stake in Idrica, a leader in water data management and analytics, to empower water utilities with intelligent solutions for their most critical challenges.