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Flowserve Corporation announced the creation of the “Office of the CFO” to oversee chief financial officer responsibilities. Flowserve President and Chief Executive Officer Mark A. Blinn served previously as CFO before being named to his President and Chief Executive Officer position on October 1, 2009.

The Dortmund pump expert WILO SE optimised its 8ʺ borehole pump series with the “Wilo EMU NK 86” and “Wilo EMU NK 87” pump types. These particularly powerful models are submersible multistage pumps with semi-axial hydraulics.

ITT Lowara introduces a new line of stainless steel submersible pumps for 10’’ and 12’’ wells. The Z10 & Z12 line of pumps are especially designed for high hydraulic efficiency. Extensive use of high grade materials ensures both high corrosion and wear resistance even in aggressive environments.

Neptune Chemical Pump Co., Inc. announced that its Neptune’s Series 7000 “dia-Pump” is a mechanically actuated diaphragm metering pump specifically designed for water and wastewater applications.

Almatec has created its new E-Series Air-Operated Double-Diaphragm Plastic Pump line with improved energy efficiency and performance top-of-mind.

ebm-papst is a world leading fan supplier for a number of markets such as Heating and Air-Conditioning, Ventilation, Refrigeration, Automotive, IT/Telecom and Drive Technology, producing over 55 million fans and motors every year.

Demand in the US for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment is forecast to increase 4.5 percent per year to $17 billion in 2013. Advances will be driven by a projected recovery in residential construction from a low 2008 base.

Edwards has won an order worth more than £200,000 for its new generation steel degassing system in India. This is the first system of its kind in the country and has been installed at Shyam Forgings Pvt in New Delhi.

ABS introduced ABS EffeX – a comprehensive range of submersible sewage pumps driven by premium-efficiency motors that reduce energy consumption and environmental impact. The advanced technology of the ABS EffeX range gives higher pump reliability, fewer blockages and lower operational costs.

Flowserve Corporation has been honored by Frost & Sullivan with its 2009 European Pump Services Customer Service Leadership of the Year Award.