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New Electrak HD high performance linear actuator

Headquartered in Radford, Virginia, Thomson Linear recently developed the Electrak HD, a new superior performance linear actuator. Based on the Electrak electric linear actuator, the HD is designed to offer higher power, longer stroke, on-board controls with optional CAN J1939 bus capabilities and unmatched environmental protection.

NASA “Made in Space” 3-D parts printing

NASA has begun funding a start-up that is looking to begin producing the first functioning zero gravity 3-D printers. While the company “Made in Space” already has a prototype at the International Space Station (ISS), a new model is expected to launch to the ISS on March 23, 2016.

Expert Advice on Low E Valve Sealing

What are the primary challenges of sealing Low E Valves? Is your packing Low E compliant? What does it mean to be Low E compliant? Get the answers to these questions and more! Chesterton's own valve emissions expert and 2016 Fugitive Emissions Summit Americas Chairman, Rodney Roth, will respond to your burning questions about Low E valve sealing and industry emission standards.

Sherwood Valve has Latin American sales partner

Sherwood Valve, headquartered in Washington, Pennsylvania, has formed a new partnership with Holding Suramericano to provide local sales and technical support in Latin America. Holding Suramericano will represent Sherwood for industrial and specialty gas valves in the Latin American regions including Mexico, Central, South America and the Caribbean.

Belimo new ANSI 250 Energy Valve and ePIV

Belimo Americas, a manufacturer of damper actuators and control valves used in commercial HVAC systems, has recently released the new ANSI 250 pressure rating Energy Valve and Electronic Pressure Independent Valve (ePIV), designed for high pressure applications.

PG&E installs 235 valves on natural gas pipelines

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a California utility company, recently announced that it has completed another significant safety recommendation issued by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).

McDermott picks JDR umbilicals for subsea valves

Houston, Texas-based McDermott has awarded two umbilical contracts to subsea power cable and umbilicals manufacturer JDR, for two projects in the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. The first project includes three umbilicals with a total combined length of 9km.

Enerpac XC-Series offers new valve configurations

Wisconsin-based Enerpac’s XC-Series cordless pumps are now available in both single-acting and double-acting valve configurations. Offering the power of an electric powered pump with the convenient portability of a hand pump, XC-Series cordless pumps provide a pumping solution for remote locations or hard-to-access areas.

Gradall introduces AllClean water recycling system

Ohio-based Gradall Industries, Inc., manufacturers of Vacall vacuum and jetting products, has introduced the AllClean water recycling system for Vacall AllJetVac combination sewer cleaners. The system is designed to conserve water and allow operators to work all day without the need to stop work to refill the water tanks.

A&B acquired by veterans Poarch & Swinbank

Don Poarch and Joe Swinbank, co-founders of the Sprint Companies, recently announced their acquisition of A&B Valve and Piping Systems, LLC (A&B). Under their leadership, A&B will build on its current offerings to further serve the needs of the energy industry and strengthen A&B’s offerings throughout Texas and Louisiana.