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Asahi/America, Inc. Acquires Performance Plastics, Inc.

Thermoplastic valve and pipe manufacturer Asahi/America, Inc. announces the acquisition of Louisiana-based fabrication shop Performance Plastics, Inc.

TRP to Build Coastal GasLink Pipeline Project

TransCanada Corporation (TRP) (TransCanada) announced that it will proceed with construction of the Coastal GasLink pipeline project (Coastal GasLink) after a decision to sanction the LNG Canada natural gas liquefaction facility in Kitimat, British Columbia (B.

ERIKS North America Appoints New President and CEO

ERIKS North America, a leading industrial service provider, today announced the appointment of Mr. Shawn Courtney as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective November 1, 2018.

Innovative SEVA Released by Badger Meter

Badger Meter, international leaders in the development and manufacture of flow management solutions, have announced the release of its new SEVA (Smart Electric Valve Actuator).

BP and Aker BP Form Strategic Technology Venture Allian

BP announced that it has signed a ventures cooperation agreement with Aker BP to explore possible areas of cooperation in the development and deployment of advanced technologies in their businesses.

Purging in Severe Service Application Valves

In severe service valve applications, optimal and effective purge system designs extend valve service life and improve their performance.

Garlock Introduces ABRA-SHIELD™

Garlock has launched ABRA-SHIELD™, a proprietary expansion joint liner material designed for abrasion resistance and sustainability in demanding high temperature operating conditions.

DeZurik Prevents Surge Damage on Lift Station

APCO SRA Surge Relief Angle Valves were installed on a new Lift Station in the city of Phoenix. New freeway construction required the existing lift station to be relocated.

Eaton’s New ESVL9 SiCV Offers Precise Control

Eaton announced the new ESVL9 screw-in cartridge valve (SiCV), a five-way, three-position proportional solenoid valve.

Wood Secures Multimillion Dollar Contract in Wyoming

Wood has secured a new multi-million dollar contract with Evolution Midstream to provide civil and mechanical construction services for the Jewell gas plant in the South Powder River Basin of central Wyoming.