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KSB South Africa in cooperation with EagleBurgmann specified high-efficiency magnetic couplings to seal the shaft for the newly designed API 685 process pump. It was also decided to use the couplings from the proven MAK685 series because they reliably cover a broad application field in the higher pressure and performance range.

With the new vacuum pump Mink MV 1202 A, Busch has again expanded its series of Mink claw vacuum pumps. With 950 cubic metres per hour for operation at 50 Hz and with 1150 cubic metres for 60 Hz-operation this is now the largest industrial claw vacuum pump made by Busch.

Mouvex is pleased to announce that it’s A Series Eccentric Disc Pumps have incorporated a variety of upgrades to meet the growing global demand within the oil & gas market.

Flowserve Corporation announced that the Flowserve NAF Duball DL valve product range now includes certified fire-safe design and Pressure Nominal (PN) rated versions.

Transferring liquids from small drums, buckets and carboys using hand-operated, manual pumps can be a time-consuming and messy process, even if correct procedures are followed. An easier, safer and more efficient method is by using light and compact motor driven drum pumps like Finish Thompson EF Series drum pumps.

Flowserve Corporation announced the introduction of two new products, the Valtek GS globe control valve and Logix 420 digital positioner, that deliver exceptional high performance and value. These products provide a fully integrated valve package for general service continuous process control throughout the plant.

Armstrong Fluid Technology has entered the UK circulator marketplace with the launch of the Compass range of high efficiency wet rotor circulators ideal for domestic and light commercial applications.

Watson-Marlow Pumps Group is introducing a new food grade hose for use with Bredel pumps. FDA and EC compliant, the new F-NBR hoses offer better wear resistance and longer life for improved production efficiency and process/product safety.

The new MagnaTherm from Laars is a 95% thermal efficiency modulating-condensing boiler or volume water heater available in 2, 3 and 4 million BTU/Hr sizes.

The Tapflo twinpump is developed from the company’s effective membrane pumps. The new double-action pump is mainly intended for printing presses and other industries where ink, glue, or other liquids must be transported from one point to another.