Renewable energy

Hydropower, next to thermal generation, plays an important role in Argentina’s energy mix. Responsible for around 36% of the country’s electricity with a capacity of 10.1 GW (Gigawatt), hydropower is used for both industrial facilities and private households.

US-based manufacturer Conval has appointed Rod Alford as their new Midwest regional manager. In this new position, Alford will serve customers in many industries, including power generation, energy production, chemical processing, pulp and paper, engineering, procurement and construction.Alford brings over 35 years of inside and field industrial sales experience at Mutual Manufacturing, Jay Instruments, Dalco and Republic Equipment.

CPC-Cryolab, a Circor International brand, has announced the launch of their Uniseal Cryogenic Stainless-Steel Pipe Coupling for the industrial gas, cryogenic, and space industries.

Emerson’s New Jersey facility for fluid control & pneumatics has been recognized by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection for its leadership in Environmental Stewardship.

ARI-Armaturen USA LP has recently released the ARI “FABA” Plus valve. This valve is reliably sealed, even under adverse conditions.

Baker Hughes (BHGE), a GE company, has changed its name to Baker Hughes Company. The company will be known as Baker Hughes

When it comes to testing cryogenics valves, it is done at temperatures down to -196°C (-321°F) – the boiling-point of liquid nitrogen.

Conval recently announced that Don Bowers, Jr. has been appointed to VP of Sales and Marketing. In his new role, Bowers will be responsible for all domestic and global sales and marketing initiatives and results.Bowers joined the company in the spring of 2017 as Director of Sales, Nuclear & Key Accounts.

Vogt Valves, a Texas-based valve manufacturer, recently announced a partnership with Canadian-based master distributor M.A.

During recent years, the world demand for energy has witnessed a renewed focus on natural gas with respect to the traditional fossil fuels - oil in the first place, and coal.