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The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the Federal Republic of Germany visited the Wilopark. Once on site, HE Zohour Alaoui discussed the role of the Moroccan market for Wilo as well as water supply projects in Sebou and Tangier with the President & CEO of the Wilo Group, Oliver Hermes, among other things.

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) has significantly enhanced its Qdos Conveying Wave Technology (CWT) pumps by increasing their pressure capability. The pumps are now capable of delivering flow rates of 500 ml/min at pressures of up to 130 PSI (9 bar), a substantial increase from its previous capacity of 100 PSI (7 bar).

Warren Controls, a manufacturer of control valves and specialty fluid handling products, highlights its Warren Controls ARIA actuator for its industry-leading ARIA Series of electrically actuated, modulating, globe control valves. The ARIA actuator is ideal for correcting commercial steam-fired water heaters that had previously been driven by oversized steam valves.

Sulzer celebrated the official opening of its new Innovation Technology Hub (InTecH) in Singapore’s Jurong Innovation District. The new 700-square-meter Singapore-based InTecH includes a state-of-the-art chemical engineering R&D test center, laboratories and small-scale production plants. Sulzer’s Singapore InTecH will test and deliver clean process technologies to enable sustainable manufacturing in the region.

A new group of startups is tackling the world’s growing water problems with novel technologies and new approaches to address water shortages, emerging contaminants like PFAS and other “forever chemicals,” and the impacts of climate change. Twelve startups were selected for the 2024 cohort of the Xylem Partnerships Accelerator run by Xylem Innovation Labs.

At the British Water Micropollutants Conference 2024, which took place in London on 8 February, keynote speakers from the UK’s Environment Agency called for a cross-industry approach to tackling the issue.

Hundreds of employees participated in the Endress+Hauser Water Challenge during the anniversary year 2023, undertaking joint activities and collecting donations for a good cause. The proceeds from the campaign were earmarked for two water projects in Vietnam.

In this latest insight, Vanessa Lopez, Research Analyst at Interact Analysis reviews the situation and investigates the key suitors for the potential acquisition of Innomotics. This insight has been generated as part of Interact Analysis’ annual report on the low voltage AC motor market.

Danfoss is introducing a new GBC 90 bar ball valve design for CO2 applications. They are pleased to inform customers that production of new GBC 90 bar has begun and the product is released.

IFAT Munich, taking place in the Munich exhibition halls from May 13 to 17, 2024, will feature top-class speakers, more international exhibitors, and a varied and exciting event program.