Innovations and solutions

Murata has announced the SN8200 series of compact low power certified Wi-Fi controller modules capable of providing 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n internet connectivity to industrial automation machines.

Duxvalves has integrated Typhoon® technology to achieve cleaner production by challenging the causes to separation problems through optimising flow and turbulence control. Much like an atmospheric typhoon, the Typhoon valve technology is based on a patented cyclone concept where the flow is forced to swirl through the typical Duxvalve internal chamber.

Technip has been awarded engineering and procurement contracts by Westlake Chemical Corporation for the expansion and modernization of the ethylene cracking furnaces and the recovery section of Westlake’s ethylene plant in Calvert City, Kentucky.

ASCO Numatics have introduced two intrinsically safe solenoid valves with Ex ia IIC T6 certification. The solenoid operators are designed for use on the 327 range of direct operated solenoid valves and are available in epoxy coated aluminium or stainless steel.

US valve manufacturer, Val-Matic have introduced their AWWA Swing Check Valve which is said to incorporate design features in order to provide energy savings, ease of maintenance and extended valve life.

Federal lawmakers will examine pipeline safety issues again this year, this time in Charleston at a field hearing scheduled in the wake of last month's near-disastrous explosion of a NiSource natural gas transmission line near Sissonville.  The Dec.

Pentair Valves & Controls has launched the new Anderson Greenwood 5200 pilot-operated pressure relief valve to offer overpressure protection for challenging economizer applications in heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs).

Meyer's UDV-Universal Duty Valves are designed for economical and reliable material metering and airlock service.

AS-Schneider offers three different security options to protect your equipment against unauthorized or unintentional operation of the valve head units.

Valve World Expo 2012: Three Days of Technology Power at the Top Level in Düsseldorf With excellent business contacts and prospects of promising post-event deals, Valve Word Expo 2012, the international trade fair for industrial valves and fittings, has come to an end for exhibitors and visitors in Düsseldorf.