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Belimo launches ZoneTight Zone Valves

Belimo Americas is pleased to announce the release of their new ZoneTight zone valves which are designed for maximum efficiency in tight spaces in both pressure dependent and pressure independent zoning applications.

IntelliTest® releases hydrostatic pressure system

The Systems Division of Wilson Company (Wilson Systems) has launched IntelliTest®, the first fully-automated hydrostatic pressure non-destructive tester, for testing and recertification of critical iron parts for oil and gas fracking applications.

Swiss valve company expands US facility

Belimo, the Switzerland-based company that produces control valves and actuators, has unveiled its new expanded 200,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Danbury, Connecticut. The new plant more than doubles the company’s production space from its existing facility in Danbury.

A.W. Chesterton adopting GHS approved labels

In May 2012, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) aligned its existing Hazard Communication Standard with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS).

RBC bearings to acquire Dover’s Sargent business

RBC Bearings, an international manufacturer of highly-engineered precision plain, roller and ball bearings for the industrial, defence and aerospace industries, entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Sargent Aerospace & Defense business (Sargent) of Dover Corporation for USD 500M, to be financed through a combination of cash on hand and senior debt.

Two million vacant manufacturing jobs by 2025

The Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte are reporting that U.S. manufacturers will soon experience an even greater skills gap crisis than originally thought: Approximately two million unfilled manufacturing jobs by 2025, which is only 10 years from now.

Shell to buy BG Group

It is being reported that Royal Dutch Shell is in discussions with BG Group regarding a possible USD 70 billion merger between the two oil and gas companies. Shell has taken a step to boost its deepwater and LNG asset portfolio during the current low equity price environment by taking over BG Group.

New no-leak 4.0” valve from Elkhart Brass

Elkhart Brass solved a valve design flaw with the introduction of the new No-Leak 4.0” Valve. The previous industry design was susceptible to seal damage, which caused leakage. This led to pressure test failures at OEM builders and possible leaks after vehicle delivery to end-users.

EPA awards Saint-Gobain with Energy Star

Saint-Gobain, the provider of critical connections solutions along with pumps, valves and manifolds, has been awarded the ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year- Sustained Excellence Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the fifth consecutive year.

Petrobras’ TLWP uses well control valves onboard

Brazil’s Petrobras has begun production on the platform P-61 in Papa Terra field, which is located near the southern perimeter of the Campos Basin (State of Rio de Janeiro), approximately 110 kilometers off the coast of Brazil.