Tag: automation

Emerson signs agreement with BP

BP and Emerson have signed a global agreement for Emerson Process Management, a global business of Emerson (NYSE:EMR), to provide automation technologies and aftercare services for BP's upstream oil and gas operations.

Shale-Inland Holdings acquires Major Sourcing LLC

Shale-Inland Holdings announces the acquisition of Major Sourcing LLC also referred to as “Major Inc.” in a transaction completed on July 27, 2015. Major, Inc. operates as a leading valve automation, integrator, and distributor, primarily focused on the power industry.

Emerson Electric to sell power business

Emerson Electric plans to spin off its network power business as a separate publicly traded company and will consider options for several other businesses. Emerson owns Kato Engineering, which makes large generators, in North Mankato, Minnesota.

Singer releases SCP-TP process controller

It has been announced that Singer Valve has launched the SCP-TP for quick and easy automation of water distribution systems. The SCP-TP Controller is designed to complement a dual solenoid control valve and can switch easily between settings for level control, upstream and downstream pressure management, flow control and position control.

Setpoint awarded JV valve contract for Cameron

Setpoint Integrated Solutions, an industrial supplier of engineered process control solutions, has announced that it has been selected to supply all control, safety relief and automated isolation valves for Cameron LNG, a large liquefied natural gas terminal located in the state of Louisiana.

Automated Valve & Equipment acquires TechniQuip

Automated Valve & Equipment, the specialty valve and automation division of Ohio Pipe Valves & Fittings, Inc, have announced plans to acquire TechniQuip, Inc., a representative and distributor of valves and actuators since 1990.

Festo’s modular approach for wastewater plant automatio

At the upcoming ACE 2015 taking place in Anaheim, California from June 7 to 10, Festo will be presenting a new modular approach to automating water/wastewater and other processing plants. This new approach reduces the time and cost of manufacturing process systems and makes processing plants more adaptable to changing market environments.

Conval’s automated valve packages

Conval offers a large range of valve packages, such as globe, gate and ball in ½” through to 4” sizes. All of the packages automate processes, improve efficiency, assure precise closing, extend product life, reduce labor costs and allow for integrated remote monitoring and control.

ATI names new regional sales manager

Automation Technology Inc. (ATI) has named Mr. Bart Dunaway as the regional sales manager for the company’s sales team. His responsibilities will include developing outside sales and building customer relations.

Emerson Process acquires Ameya Transmissions

Emerson Process Management India, which is a part of American multi-national company Emerson, has announced the acquisition of the Indian manufacturer of gear operators and gearboxes, Ameya Transmissions, for an unspecified amount.