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Xylem sets a new milestone in Italy’s sustainable water journey through an innovative agreement with Tuscany’s Publiacqua.

The production of cultivated meat is based on known biotechnological processes that are identical to those used in other large-scale applications for cell culture technology. For this future market, GEMÜ offers complete valves, as well as measurement and control systems, from a single source.

When Britain’s biggest provider of higher welfare pork wanted to reduce processing plant sludge transport costs, WCS Environmental Engineering was not only able to reduce carbon emissions, but also drive green energy generation, explains Joanne Allen Head of Business Development.

A split frame machine that features a line of new anti-deformation rounding pads to protect high-purity thin-wall tubing in food and pharmaceutical process applications has been introduced by Esco Tool of Holliston, MA.

Following 2022’s double-digit growth in revenues, the low voltage AC motor market slowed substantially in 2023. While still positive, the market grew by a modest 4.2% in realized revenue terms over the year. Compared with 2021 and 2022’s growth of 21.5% and 16.4% respectively, a 4.2% growth rate indicates a significant slowdown in the market.

Better, more powerful and more efficient fluid handling systems are urgently required to support the energy transition. Iulian Maciuca, the company’s Renewables Industry Sector Manager, says, the race to decarbonize the world’s energy supply is placing new challenges on energy generation technology and by association on the safety-critical pumps and valves on which energy infrastructure relies.

Verder Liquids announces that the Verderair e-PURE has received its ATEX certification, making it a reliable and safe pump for use in hazardous environments.

Industrial companies and commercial building owners wanting to reduce waste to improve cost efficiency and save water, must become smarter in their operations, writes Paul Hartley, Chief Commercial Officer at Ovarro. Making the best use of available data is key to optimising processes and becoming more efficient.

Nougat, dark, hazelnut, marzipan, caramel or peppermint: There’s practically no end to the flavor variations you can create with chocolate. One of the most well-known manufacturers is the confectionery giant MARS. The most important asset of this traditional brand? Quality. And upholding this commitment to quality is a particularly challenging task in light of the 24/7 production processes involved, since additives such as emulsifiers, flavorings or milk fats need to be added continuously in minimal quantities.

The Board of Directors of Atlas Copco AB has appointed Vagner Rego as the new President and CEO of Atlas Copco Group, effective May 1st, 2024. He will replace Mats Rahmström who has, as previously communicated, requested to leave his position after successfully leading the Group since 2017.