Industry News

What’s happening and hot in the valve and actuation industry? Mergers and acquisitions, promotions, interesting development in end-user sectors, new project deals and so on.

Preciball USA Invests $17 Million in Screven County, Georgia

Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Preciball USA will invest $17.6 million in a new production facility in Screven County.

Summit Valves Successfully Deliveries Knife Gate Valves to Alberta Oil Sands

Summit Valves and Controls recently delivered six 36” knife gate valves for a tailings service application in the Alberta oil sands.

Oxford Flow Collaborates with VENN to Expand Japanese Distribution

Oxford Flow has entered the Japanese market through a new distribution partnership with fluid control valve provider, VENN.

AIV Celebrates 35 Years; Continues to Invest in Business Growth

AIV, a master distributor specializing in top-tier valves and actuators, celebrates its 35th anniversary in February.

Emerson Introduces Hybrid Continuous Gas Analyzer

Emerson has introduced its Rosemount QX1000 Continuous Gas Analyzer designed for use in continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS).

CIRCOR Announces Two New Executive Appointments

CIRCOR International has appointed Saif Siddiqui to Chief Executive Officer. Siddiqui succeeds Tony Najjar who transitioned to the role of Vice Chairman of CIRCOR’s Board of Directors.

Why Industrial Valve Distributors Need a CRM System

Utilizing the ideal CRM can effectively unify customer data and digital behaviors for better experiences, engagement, and sustainable growth.

Flowserve Acquires Trillium Valves Division; Strengthens Power End Market Position

Flowserve Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Trillium Flow Technologies’ Valves Division (TVD) for USD $490 million.

MiddleGround Capital Sells Vytl Controls Group

MiddleGround Capital has completed the sale of Vytl Controls Group to an affiliate of SunSource.

SLB Expands Processes for Hydraulic Fracturing

SLB’s next-generation Cameron frac fluid delivery system marks an expansion of its electric actuation and automation solutions for hydraulic fracturing.