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Exxon signs Lockheed for next-generation approach

ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company (Exxon) recently awarded Lockheed Martin a contract to serve as the systems integrator in the early stage development of a next-generation open and secure automation system for process industries.

Festo new DFPI-NB3 linear actuator

Festo, global manufacturer of process control and factory automation solutions, with branches in North and South America, has recently launched the new linear actuator, DFPI-NB3, with integrated displacement encoder.

Haydon Kerk new 2016 Catalogue & Design Guide

Hollis, New Hampshire-based Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions (Haydon Kerk), a brand of AMETEK Precision Motion Control, has recently released its new 2016 Catalogue and Design Guide. The new Haydon Kerk catalogue has been updated and expanded with new product sections, including the WGS06 linear rail, the brushless IDEA servo motor controllers, Size 8 double stack 21000 linear actuators, ZBM micro screw nuts and 15mm external linear Can-Stack actuators.

Watson Valve announces services in Australia

Houston-based Watson Valve Services Inc. recently announced “Watson Valve Services, Australia.” Watson Valve will now have the ability to support the supply of its severe service valve products to non-US domestic sites from its Australian based service agent, Process Plants International (PPi) under the name, “Watson Valve Services, Australia.

ABB wins $130 M order for Minnesota energy

ABB, a power and automation technology group, has received an order worth around USD $130 million from electric cooperative Great River Energy to upgrade an existing HVDC (high-voltage direct current) connection in the US.

Danfoss introduces NovoCon S digital actuator

Danfoss, a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency electronic and mechanical components and controls for industrial and water systems, heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration has recently introduced the new NovoCon® S Digital Actuator, during the 2016 AHR Expo in Orlando, Fla.

GE Oil & Gas new LNG cryogenic valve

Responding to the industry's need to optimize products and maximize endurance on severe service applications, GE Oil & Gas has recently introduced a range extension of its proven LNG Cryogenic Antisurge Valve product line.

Emerson helps BP Whiting refinery avoid downtime

Emerson Process Management, experts in valve automation solutions, is providing process automation technologies and services to help BP further enhance the safety, reliability, and performance of its Whiting refinery in Northwest Indiana, without the costly downtime often required for such projects.

Librestream video tech aids PDO oil & gas

Manitoba, Canada-based Librestream, providers of mobile video collaboration solutions, and Gulf Business Machines (GBM), the Middle East's leading provider of IT solutions and services, have been selected to provide the collaborative video camera solution for Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) using Cisco networking solutions.

Velan Valves partners with AIV

A recent announcement from AIV Europe has confirmed its new partnership with Velan Valves, a valve manufacturer headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.