Pump Summit Düsseldorf Held as Part of Valve World Expo 2018

As global economies become more integrated, industrial manufacturers encounter both expanded possibilities and heightened challenges. Selling into a global market means far more than shipping products overseas. It requires adapting to varied industries, navigating strict regulatory landscapes, and anticipating technological shifts that will reshape demand. For companies in fluid transfer, these considerations are magnified: the applications are diverse, the compliance requirements are stringent, and the markets evolve at different speeds.

KOOT, founded by an Oxford University alumnus, announced its global launch as a trusted partner and industry-first platform in the pump and motor sector, spanning engineering design, research, development, and precision manufacturing. The company also proudly revealed that it has been honoured with the European PIA Supplier Award, recognizing its outstanding contributions to engineering innovation.

The multinational Wilo Group has joined KI Park e. V. This innovation ecosystem for artificial intelligence unites companies, start-ups and research institutions as well as players from society and politics with the aim of driving forward AI innovations “made in Germany and Europe”. As a new member, the technology group will play an active role in shaping this development.

The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) has unveiled a new brochure, Pumps: A World of Opportunity, aimed at inspiring interest in the wide array of career paths available within the pump industry.

From 17 to 21 March, the world’s leading trade fair ISH will once again present the latest trends and developments in the areas of water, heat and air. Pump manufacturers will also be there again, showcasing intelligent pumps and their further development into “smart pumps”. By integrating them with digital tools, they will demonstrate the possibilities of pumps for the building services of tomorrow.

The Hydraulic Institute (HI) proudly announces the recipients of its prestigious awards, presented during the HI 2025 Annual Conference Awards Dinner on January 23, 2025, in Rancho Mirage, CA. These awards recognize industry professionals whose leadership, technical expertise, and dedication have significantly advanced both the Hydraulic Institute and the broader pump industry.