Seven pump selection errors that stay invisible at quote time – from NPSH margins to viscosity correction. The free VSX whitepaper “Best Practices for Avoiding Hydraulic Pump Selection Errors” shows engineering and sales teams how to spot them early, what they cost and which standards apply. Includes an 8-point pre-selection checklist.
Double diaphragm pumps operate using an oscillating positive displacement principle. The pump consists of two main fluid housings and a central air control section. Inside each housing, a flexible diaphragm is mounted vertically and connected to a shared shaft. As compressed air enters and exits the air chambers, the diaphragms move in a coordinated push pull motion.
Mikael Andersson has been appointed President of the Power Technique business area and a member of Group Management at Atlas Copco Group, effective January 1, 2027. He is currently President of the Industrial Flow division within the same business area.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Challenge Pumps Holdings Pty Ltd, a provider of underground mine dewatering solutions headquartered in Perth, Western Australia.
At its San Cesario sul Panaro plant, Zenit Italia S.r.l. is implementing a new energy efficiency and ecological transition plan.
The competitive landscape for geared motors and industrial gears remained broadly stable in 2025, according to the newly released Global Geared Motor and Industrial Gear Market report from Interact Analysis. The leading manufacturers retained their positions, while most returned to revenue growth following the market correction in 2024.
Delta has announced the launch of the VP3000-E Series for the EMEA market, expanding its VP3000 variable frequency drive portfolio with new drives designed for fluid applications. Available from 75 kW to 630 kW, the VP3000-E combines energy-efficient motor control, integrated application functions and harmonic mitigation capabilities in a compact platform.
GF and Parker Hannifin have combined hose and fitting technology with polymer valve design in a single pre-assembled coupling for direct liquid cooling. The GF Quick Connect Valve 700 Coupling with Parker hose connection ships as an integrated plug-and-play system intended to simplify installation.
Xylem has opened a new 87,000-square-foot (around 8,100 m²) Flygt distribution, service and training hub in Toronto, expanding local capacity to support municipal and industrial water customers across Canada.
The Busch Group has presented its “Innovation in Vacuum Busch Award 2026” to FireFlex Systems Inc., based in Boisbriand, Québec, Canada, for its VACTEC vacuum fire protection technology.
Endress+Hauser Flow has received the Swiss Manufacturing Award 2026 from the University of St. Gallen. The award was presented on 20 October 2026 at the St. Gallen Production Management Conference. Out of five finalists, the company convinced the jury with regard to innovation, growth, resilience, employment and business success.
Power grids, electric vehicles, and data centers are increasing global copper demand. At the same time, ore grades are declining, and roughly half of all copper mines are located in regions with high water stress. This increases the water requirement per ton of copper – and the treatment, recycling, and reuse of process water are becoming increasingly important in the mining industry.
