Tag: Europe

What Does the Crisis in Eastern Europe Mean for the Valve...

After weeks of tension and military buildup near the Russia-Ukraine border, President Vladimir Putin made clear this was no bluff when he invaded Ukraine land, air, and sea. What is his goal? Are we watching the early stages of a conflict that can drag the world to WWIII? Read on to learn how the change in geopolitics might reverberate in the energy market, and consequently, in the valve market also.

Metso Considers Centralization of European Operations

Global flow equipment manufacturer Metso recently announced it will be evaluating the potential centralization of its warehousing operations in Europe in the near future.

Rotork replaces actuators in Welsh town

Rotork Site Services has successfully delivered full automation of a flood alleviation scheme protecting the historic town of Cardigan in West Wales. The project involved replacing unreliable actuators from another manufacturer, installing a PLC control cabinet and interfacing with the existing river level sensor and telemetry system.

PPE celebrates 40 years

Founded in 1975, Precision Polymer Engineering (PPE) is celebrating its 40th year anniversary in 2015; this milestone was acknowledged recently with an employee family fun day and “birthday” party.

Alcatraz Interlocks celebrates 25th anniversary

Valve safety device interlocking specialist, Alcatraz Interlocks, will be celebrating 25 years of designing & manufacturing valve interlocks for the protection of life and property. Alcatraz Interlocks was founded 25 years ago in Belgium under a name that did not reflect its innovation in design and shortly after formed the name Alcatraz Interlocks.

ARCA’s ECOTROL® control valves

Arca Vales, which exports products to the United States, has announced its new ECOTROL® DN 700 (28“) valve which will be on display at ACHEMA 2015 from June 15 to 19, 2015.

Swiss valve company expands US facility

Belimo, the Switzerland-based company that produces control valves and actuators, has unveiled its new expanded 200,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Danbury, Connecticut. The new plant more than doubles the company’s production space from its existing facility in Danbury.