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Netherlocks manifold interlocks

The recently released Netherlocks’ manifold interlocks ensure that instrumentation valve operation on hydraulic manifolds conforms to process protocol.

Magellan Midstream to expand pipeline distribution

Magellan Midstream Partners is constructing a 6 mi, 24in diameter crude oil pipeline between the pipeline interchanges of Genoa Junction and Speed Junction. It will connect to the 24in diameter crude oil pipeline along the Houston ship cannel that was previously announced as part of the partnership's Houston-to-El Paso pipeline reversal project, allowing Magellan to further distribute product from the Eagle Ford Shale area to Houston-area refineries.

Tyco opens facility in Port Arthur

Tyco Valves & Controls has opened a 12,500 sq/ft, state-of-the-art center in Port Arthur, Texas, to maintain and repair customers’ valves, actuation and controls. An experienced team at the facility will service pressure relief valves, quarter turn valves, control valves and actuators.

TransCanada’s XL Pipeline decision on hold

The $7 billion XL Pipeline proposed by TransCanada Corp has hit a snag in the approval process.

Major Alberta oil sands project awarded

SNC-Lavalin has been awarded a $650 million plus contract by a major oil sands mining producer to provide engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services for a froth treatment plant near Fort McMurray.

New actuators from Top Line

Top Line has recently released a new line of double acting & spring return actuators. Corrosion resistant, with a hard anodized finish, these actuators have dual travel stops and ISO 5211 valve mounting dimensions.

Top Line announces new 3-Way ball valves

Top Line’s new, easy to operate three-way sanitary ball balves divert to L or T port flow patterns. With rugged construction enabling a longer service life, these valves can be utilized where tight shut off is needed and maintain and regulate high volume, high pressure and high temperature flow.

Triple M scores valve order from Petrobras

Triple M Upstream, a division of Brazil-based Triple M, has secured 3 important orders to manufacture special rubber seated butterfly Mack valves for Petrobras. In a package of more than $300,000 calling for 70 valves, Triple M will supply Duplex Trim Valves following the API 609 Class A requirements.

Mike Zivic changes direction

After 17 years with Velan Valves, Mike Zivic retired at the start of November. As Velan’s VP International Sales, Mike was well-known and highly respected throughout the industry.

Replacement cartridges offered for ball valves

Colonial Engineering has introduced two series of replacement cartridges for True Union Ball Valves. The CCR series fits Nibco Chemtrol Tru-Bloc TUBVs while the VCR series fits Colonial Full Block series TUBVs.