Jon Jested-Rask (M.Sc. in Economics and Business Administration) has been appointed Executive Vice President, Tissue Business Area at Valmet, effective August 1, 2025. In this position he will report to the President and CEO Thomas Hinnerskov and is a member of Valmet’s Executive Leadership Team.
Regal Rexnord linear motion solutions brand, Thomson, has introduced key enhancements to its H-Track electro-hydraulic actuator, making it more resilient in harsh and high-moisture environments.
SIMFLO has announced its expansion into the Latin American market with the appointment of Leo Villanueva as Sales Manager for Latin America, Mining, and Oil & Gas. This newly established role is designed to strengthen SIMFLO’s presence and accelerate business growth in the Central and South American regions, while supporting the company’s broader international expansion strategy.
Following a successful deployment at a major Midlands NHS hospital, a new intelligent wastewater pumping system is helping to eliminate wastewater blockages and reduce maintenance costs in some of the UK’s most demanding infrastructure environments.
In July 2025, KSB SE & Co. KGaA has launched a new generation of submersible motor pumps with axial propellers on the market. The AmaCan P type series is designed to transport large volumes of municipal or industrial water as well as waste water from stormwater, drainage and irrigation pumping stations.
Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced two new sizes, 40-85 and 60-50, of Design Envelope Compass R circulators. The Compass R is an energy-efficient variable speed dry-rotor circulator.
DAB Pumps has launched H2D, a next-generation smart platform that transforms how building professionals and property owners manage hydraulic systems. Replacing the company’s long-standing DConnect system, H2D introduces real-time remote control, advanced diagnostics and detailed consumption insights, all from your desktop or mobile.
With the new type 4083, Schubert & Salzer is extending its product range by a three-way ball sector valve with electric actuator for operation in diverting or mixing functions.
A first-of-its-kind event, organised by the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) in close collaboration with Sulzer, was held at Sulzer’s Birmingham facility and brought together apprentices from across the electromechanical sector for an inspiring day of networking, learning, and hands-on team building.
Peristaltic pumps have emerged as a revolutionary solution in industrial pumping, offering a myriad of benefits over traditional pump technologies. Fundamental to these pumps is a simple yet ingenious component: the hose. By using advanced hose designs, these pumps can significantly increase longevity and decrease operational costs.
