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    New HART software released

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    Dwyer Instruments recently released of its new model DEVCOM2000 Hart Communication Protocol software which turns a PC into a full featured HART communicator. Now it is possible to configure transmitters and control valves at the desktop or in the field.

    Nebraska lawmakers vote to reroute XL

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      TransCanada Corp has stated it supports proposed legislation within the State of Nebraska to reroute the Keystone XL pipeline project to avoid sensitive aquifers.

    Convert a quarter turn valve into a relief valve

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    Buckling pin pilots by Rupture Pin Technology can control readily available actuated ball and butterfly valves. These valves can incorporate chemical compatibility with no size or pressure limit. Where possible, the system fluid or steam can be used to supply actuator pressure as directed by the pilot.

    New Siemens facility in Charlotte, NC

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    Siemens is continuing to expand its worldwide network of gas turbine manufacturing facilities. The company has invested more than $350 million in a 42,000 sq/m plant in Charlotte, North Carolina, creating 700 new jobs.

    NY begins gas drilling hearings

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    The State of New York has begun public hearings on natural gas drilling rules in the Marcellus Shale. Environmentalists say that the rules currently in place are too lax, but industry says that they are so restrictive drillers would avoid exploring in the state.

    Netherlocks manifold interlocks

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

    Magellan Midstream to expand pipeline distribution

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    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

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    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

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

    Mike Zivic changes direction

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    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.
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