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Dominion Files to Keep Surry Running 80 Years

Dominion Energy’s twin-reactor Surry Power Station has submitted the application for a second renewed 20-year operating license is approved by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

PTFE Media Isolation Valves

The Clippard NIV Series Media Isolation Valve is a solenoid-operated device that uses a flexible diaphragm to isolate the actuation mechanism from the fluid path.

Combustion Control Actuators Impact Steel Mill

A leading steel producing company having trouble maintaining the necessary reducing atmosphere in it’s continuous galvanizing preheat furnace turns to the combustion control gas valve actuator for a solution.

How Understanding of Proper Packing Load Has Evolved

Valve packing needs a specific load to create a reliable seal. Over the years the main issue of debate in the industry has been how to apply that load with the best accuracy.

MRC Global Opens La Porte Distribution Center

“I’m very proud of the work and expertise that went into designing and opening this new location,” Andrew Lane, MRC Global President & CEO, said.

WorleyParsons Acquires Jacobs’ ECR division

WorleyParsons has entered into a binding agreement to acquire Jacobs Energy, Chemicals & Resources (ECR) division.

Emerson to Buy General Electric’s Intelligent Platforms

Emerson announced it has agreed to acquire Intelligent Platforms, a division of General Electric. Intelligent Platforms’ programmable logic controller (PLC) technologies will enable Emerson, a leader in automation for process and industrial applications, to provide its customers broader control and management of their operations.

Chevron Announces New North American E&P President

After 38 years of service, Jeff Shellebarger, president of Chevron North America Exploration & Production, is retiring, and will be succeeded by Steven W.

Crane’s XOMOX® XP3 Sleeved Plug Valve

Designed to comply with API 641, the XOMOX® XP3 provides the best in class fugitive emissions sealing of any plug valve currently on the market.

Mueller Water Products to Acquire Krausz Industries

Mueller Water Products, Inc. announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Krausz Industries, Ltd., a manufacturer of pipe couplings, grips and clamps, for $140 million in cash.