News

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Low torque seal ring for automotive transmissions

NTN Corporation developed seal rings for automotive transmissions that deliver low torque, low wear and fewer oil leaks by optimising the plastic composite material composition, as well as incorporating a specially shaped lubrication groove on the surface of the seal rings.

Atwood Oceanics shifts office headquarters

Atwood Oceanics, a global offshore drilling contractor, is moving its corporate headquarters to the Energy Crossing II building at 15011 Katy Freeway to accommodate the company's recent record growth.

New precision valve controller from Nordson EFD

Nordson EFD, a Nordson company, launched the new ValveMate 9000 precision valve controller. The intricate microprocessor circuitry ensures the dispensing of precise, accurate and repeatable amounts of the adhesives, lubricants, and other assembly fluids used in many advanced products such as medical devices, automotive components and portable electronics.

Compact proportional valve control from Wago

WAGO Corporation’s new proportional valve module significantly simplifies the connection of hydraulic or pneumatic valves to the WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM 750.

New website for valve industry

A new website designed solely for the valve industry was launched. Valveconnect.com solely targets stocks of valves and spares and combines two very useful features.

Schlumberger unveils new rotary steerable system

Schlumberger launched the PowerDrive Orbit rotary steerable system (RSS). The new RSS expands the operating envelope of rotary-steerable technology by extending the system life, delivering precise directional control and increasing drilling efficiency.

AUMA app advances data downloads

A new AUMA Support App enables rapid download of actuator documentation. Designed to make life easier for on-site engineers, a Data Matrix code on each actuator can be scanned using a smartphone to obtain support materials.

Addition to Fluor’s board of directors

It has been announced that Matthew K. Rose has been elected to Fluor’s board of directors. The position will become effective on April 30, 2014.

Devon Energy completes Eagle Ford acquisition

Devon Energy Corporation completed the acquisition of Eagle Ford assets from GeoSouthern Energy. Devon has acquired 82,000 net acres located in DeWitt and Lavaca counties in Texas.

Parker extends proportional control valve series

Parker Hannifin, the motion and control technologies specialist, has extended its range of pilot proportional directional control valves with integrated digital electronics with the new D*1FC series.