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Pipes, Valves, and Fittings: Fit for the Energy Transition
Pipes, Valves, and Fittings: Fit for the Energy Transition FEATURED STORY: MRC Global is one of the most successful trusted pipe, valve, and fitting (PVF) distributors in its space. This is a position that has been shaped – in large part – by its people.
Maruichi Stainless Tube Co., Ltd.
Maruichi Stainless Tube Co., Ltd. FEATURED STORY: Maruichi Stainless Tube is globally recognized for its manufacturing of high-quality seamless stainless pipes and tubes. With innovative grades of stainless steel, a focus on products for the semiconductor and automotive markets, and ongoing large-scale investments in technology, the company has earned a reputation as a go-to source for stainless piping solutions.
Teadit: Reliable Sealing Through Origin®
Teadit: Reliable Sealing Through Origin® FEATURED STORY: In the world of fluid sealing and gaskets, the story begins and ends with gasket stress. At its most basic level, bolted flange joint reliability depends on adequately loading a gasket to create and maintain a seal. While this sounds simple enough, experience has shown that the process of effectively sealing an industrial system is ripe with challenges.
Vendor and Equipment Selection for Subsea Operations: An Interview with Tanaji Dabade, Principal Marine Pipeline Engineer, Intecsea (Worley)
FEATURED STORY with Tanaji Dabade, Principal Marine Pipeline Engineer, Intecsea (Worley) Vendor and Equipment Selection for Subsea Operations: An Interview Subsea operations have revolutionized oil & gas production for years. These complex systems require a slightly different set of guidelines to be functional.
Market Update of Centravis: Global Manufacturer of Seamless Stainless Steel Tubes and Pipes
Background and History Centravis Production Ukraine, a subsidiary of the Centravis Limited group of companies, traces its roots back to 1935, when it was founded in Nikopol, Ukraine, as a producer of seamless stainless steel pipes and tubes. “Over the years, the company has undergone various changes in ownership and management and experienced several modernizations to stay up-to-date with the latest industry practices and technologies,” said Inman.
Reducing Methane Emissions in Canada: An Interview with Jan Gorski, Director of Oil & Gas at the Pembina Institute
Current Objectives with Methane “We work mainly on policy issues related to methane and oil & gas emissions. Currently, there is new policy being developed at the Canadian Federal level relating to methane. For example, they have said that they will set more stringent methane targets for 2030, to achieve reductions of at least 75% below 2012 levels,” explained Gorski. “Additionally, they have promised to put a cap on oil & gas emissions more broadly.
TEADIT Appoints Chris Day as Group Chief Operating Officer
TEADIT North America is pleased to announce that Chris Day has been appointed to the position of Group Chief Operating Officer. The new role will include commercial and operational responsibilities for all Teadit companies. Formerly the President of Teadit North America, Chris is a degreed mechanical engineer who has been with the company for nearly 25 years, and in the fluid sealing industry for over 30 years.
Key Considerations for Selecting a Peristaltic Hose
Pulsation Inlet pulsation occurs when the roller or pressing shoe stops the media flow for a split second. At the exact moment this pause occurs there is a pressure peak. As soon as the shoe or roller moves out of the closed position, the fluid will re-accelerate. To reach the full fluid velocity the pump must pull very hard on the fluid which creates a moment of very low pressure. The pressure peak, together with the suction peak is what is known as pulsation.
Ammonia Stainless Steel Game Plan: Considering the Factors
Valve Types A number of different types of valves are used to transport ammonia. Most of the use is in industrial processes, but customers may also have use for valves in air pollution control, or other non-process applications. The same customer may also need valves for water intakes, cooling, dosing, and wastewater treatment. The value proposition for a valve package can be more attractive than for a single application.
Electrochemistry as Machining: PECM and its Applications
Heat Exchanger Applications While some reasons differ, many engineering challenges plaguing manufacturing industry are applicable to heat exchanger manufacturing, including within the biomedical, aerospace, and chemical processing industries. These challenges (specifically, producing low-tolerance, high-repeatability features on advanced materials) are especially important for critical, temperature-extreme environments in the energy and aerospace sectors.
Welding of Stainless Steel: Back to the Basics
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding – GTAW or ‘TIG’ This is a very common process for joining stainless steel, as it allows the user to independently control the electrical energy and the addition of filler metal for a tremendous array of alloys. GTAW is often used when a higher quality weld deposit is required, such as in the process piping industry. This is a gas shielded process, necessary to prevent atmospheric contamination of the weld.
Heat Exchanger Tubes in Super Austenitic Stainless Steels: A Choice Between Duplex Steels and High Nickel Alloyed Steels for Wet Corrosion
Stress Corrosion Cracking Stress corrosion cracking (SCC) is the cracking induced from the combined influence of tensile stress and a corrosive environment. The impact of SCC on a material usually falls between dry cracking and the fatigue threshold of that material. The required tensile stresses may be in the form of directly applied stresses or in the form of residual stresses. Chloride stress-corrosion cracking (CSCC) is one of the most serious forms of localized corrosion.
API-Approved Friction Stud Welding for Bolted-On Retrofits and Repairs
Friction Welding vs. Arc Welding A standard welding technique used to repair ASTs is arc welding, which uses electricity to create enough heat to melt metal, and the melted metals, when cool, bind together. One of the main disadvantages of arc welding is the production of sparks and heat, which can cause accidents in scenarios where flammable materials are present in or around the tanks.
Understanding the World of Corrosion: Interview with Thu Addis, Corrosion Engineer, bp
Internal vs. External Corrosion Corrosion takes on two main forms; internal and external. While both can lead to significant damage, internal corrosion is caused by different factors than external corrosion. There are therefore different ways of addressing each form. Internal corrosion refers to corrosion that takes place in the inside of a pipeline.
Constant Innovation: Chesterton’s Contribution to Emissions Abatement
Chesterton's Contribution to Emissions Abatement FEATURED STORY Constant Innovation: A.W. Chesterton is a family company, with a customer-focused approach to industrial sealing. Providing the industry with engineered fluid sealing solutions, Chesterton strives to exceed customer expectations, and enable them to improve their processes.
How to Make the Best Choice of Hose Reinforcement for Specific Applications
Reinforcement Style Typically, there are three different types of materials that make up hose reinforcement layers – fiber, stainless steel, or plastic. Wires of these materials are typically constructed into one of two forms of reinforcement; coiled or braided. While it is easier to manufacture coiled reinforcements, they are usually not as durable as their braided counterparts.
Factors to Consider When Selecting Hose Assemblies
Factors to Consider Assembly Pressure Rating Supply chain management, in one form or another, exists at any manufacturing enterprise. The production process of hoses, connections, and related items is not possible without building an effective control system. Supply chain management (SCM) is a system of management strategy organization. It consists of a structured and integrated approach including the planning of production, logistics and other processes.
Metal Hoses on Construction Sites
The two main types of flexible metal hose are corrugated hose and stripwound hose. Both of these styles have applications at construction sites. Corrugated metal hose is formed from an airtight tube and is typically covered with one or more layers of metallic braiding to allow for higher working pressures. It is often used where temperature extremes are present or where corrosion, permeation, or fire-safety are a concern.
Flexaust: Delivering the Total Hose Solution
Progressive History Flexaust’s origin dates to the 1930s, when Harold Hersey, a mining engineer from Arizona, developed a flexible hose constructed of neoprene-coated cotton adhered to wire. The hose system allowed for dangerous fumes to be vented out of the tunnels and fresh air to be brought into the working miner.
Going the Extra Mile: Insights on the Hose Industry
The Importance of Hoses Since working at Pooley Inc., Balcom is often asked the question: what is the big deal with hoses? Why are they so important, and what are they really used for? His response explained that a hose can be much more than a simple tool. “People think of a garden hose. A simple hose.
Power Plant Market: A Chess Game for Hose and Coupling Suppliers
For example, Andritz is generating nearly $1 billion USD in annual revenues for this technology. Hydropower is a limited resource with some environmental challenges, but an important option for reduced CO2. Ammonia can also be created with CO2 sequestration. Ammonia can be directly combusted or converted to hydrogen prior to combustion. An example is Yara, a major ammonia producer, that has been contracted to provide millions of tons of ammonia to Japanese power plants.
Methods of Excavation: Hydro and Vacuum Excavators
Excavation Methods Vacuum excavators can be used to carry out construction tasks that can be completed by utilizing hydro excavation. There are three classifications of hydro excavation: air, hydrodynamic, or the combined method. The air method, is the use of air, rather than water, to achieve soil erosion. This version of excavation works best in sandy soil conditions and when there is a need for preliminary work, prior to construction.
Heat Exchanger World Americas 2022: A Resounding Success!
Dynamic Conference The technical conference similarly gave a platform to heat exchanger experts, from various sectors, to focus on a wide range of topics related to the heat exchanger and heat transfer industries. The conference, consisted of two workshops running concurrently on a variety of topics, including Tube to Tubesheet Joints, Maintenance, Antifouling & Cleaning, Design & Materials, Bolted Joints, Air Cooled Heat Exchangers and New Technologies.
Untangling Problems and Solutions for Supply Chain Challenges
Hose + Coupling World had the pleasure of learning about the ongoing challenges with supply chain for the hose industry from Chris Reed, the Director of Supply Chain and Operations for Singer Equities. Not only did he provide insight into the current state of the supply chain, but also offered advice for industry professionals to approach the market in the future. Have you read this article? Click the link to view in full.
Trelleborg Appoints Sales Engineer for Sealing Solutions in the US
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions appoints Nick Zehr to sales engineer. In this role, Zehr will be responsible for growing Trelleborg’s industrial and automotive markets in Michigan and Indiana. Trey Howard, regional sales manager for Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in the Southeast and Midwest, says: “Nick comes to us with a proven sales background and has contributed to key accounts this past year as one of our Customer Success Advocate.
R&G Fluid Power Group Ltd acquires Fluid Power Services Ltd & Hedley Hydraulics Ltd
R&G Fluid Power Group Ltd has acquired Fluid Power Services Ltd and Hedley Hydraulics Ltd, further cementing R&G’s position in the UK Fluid Power industry and strengthening the hydraulics division. Established in 1988, Fluid Power Services Ltd are located on the docks in Liverpool with a branch also in Warrington, both benefiting from active trade counters, the company hold stock and have access to a huge range of hydraulic and pneumatic products.
Hose Master Hires Regional Sales Representative
Hose Master is pleased to announce the addition of Josh Strausbaugh as Regional Sales Representative. Josh joins Hose Master with an understanding of industrial products sold through distribution with end-user interaction. Josh has worked for manufacturers in a similar capacity serving the eastern U.S. Josh will promote Hose Master’s industrial sales efforts in the states of Tennessee, North, and South Carolina and report to Daniel McCarthy, Regional Sales Manager. Courtesy of Hose Master.
Dixon’s New Crimp Fuel Oil Couplings
Used as an assembly on fuel oil delivery hoses, Dixon’s new Crimp Fuel Oil Couplings use the same ferrules for crimping as for internal expansion. Assembly time is fast and does not require the tooling typically used for internal expansion. Courtesy of Dixon. Sara Mathov is a feature editor contributing to Valve World Americas, Stainless steel World Americas and other related print & online media.
Stafford Manufacturing Introduces New Rigid Shaft Coupling Website Configurator
Stafford Manufacturing Corp. has introduced a new configurator that lets users design its own rigid couplings and completely specify a coupling to meet the exact requirements. The Stafford Rigid Coupling Configurator lets users create their own 1-, 2-, and 3-piece couplings and specify the bore size(s) and whether or not to include a keyway, selection of the clamping screw including material, sizes and quantity, and the coupling material and finish options.
LegenDay Starts Supplying High Precision Silicone Parts
LegenDay announced that it has started supplying industrial equipment’s high-precision silicone parts. These are a series of industrial-grade silicone accessories, such as protective caps, valves, micro seals, hose connectors, and gaskets – to mention a few. LegenDay invested in a modern silicone parts production line to achieve tight tolerance and accuracy. The tolerance can range from +/- 0.003 inches to +/- 0.025 inches.
Watson-Marlow Highlights Qdos Chemical Metering Pumps
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) highlights its range of Qdos chemical metering pumps for chemical processing and OEM applications. The Qdos range features a simple drop-in installation that eliminates the ancillary equipment required by diaphragm pump alternatives while maintaining accurate, linear, and repeatable metering for all chemical processing conditions.
Sulzer Inaugurates Highly Automated and Digitized Pump Production Line And Logistics Center
Sulzer has successfully finalized an extensive modernization project in the Kotka pump factory. The automation and digitization of the processes will take the production to a completely new level, cutting production throughput time by 93%. Sulzer has been manufacturing pumps in Kotka for 130 years. Now the company is entering a new era with the new, state-of-the-art pump production line that meets the highest industry standards, alongside excellent ergonomics and safety.
Unclogging a Pump with Just a Variable Frequency Drive?
For years, the changing nature of wastewater has posed challenges for pump operators at utilities, municipalities, and industrial wastewater process plants. To help preserve freshwater resources, reduced-consumption devices such as toilets, shower heads, and water-consuming appliances have become the standard. This progression has had the effect of making the wastewater more solid than fluid. When disposable wipes were introduced, the content of solids in the wastewater systems increased further.
Metso Outotec Opens a New Pump Assembly Plant in Peru
Metso Outotec has opened a new pump assembly plant in Lima, Peru. With this strategic investment, Metso Outotec is responding to the increasing market demand for large pumps used in mining applications in South America, and at the same time reducing delivery times to its customers in the region. Once fully operational, the plant will be able to deliver standard Metso Outotec pumps with competitive lead times to regional customers.
Pfeiffer Vacuum Introduces the New SmartVane Rotary Vane Pump
Pfeiffer Vacuum, a leading provider of vacuum technology, introduces the first rotary vane pump for mass spectrometry with a hermetically sealed pump housing. The SmartVane serves as a backing pump for mass spectrometers (ICP-MS, LC/MS), for applications in environmental and food analytics, as well as in pharmaceutical and clinical analytics. This vacuum pump is designed to ensure that no oil leaks occur therefore preventing any contamination.
Vogelsang Presents New Hicone Progressive Cavity Pump
Vogelsang GmbH & Co. KG has launched a new progressive cavity pump for use in biogas plants. The conical form, combined with an innovative setting system, saves energy and significantly extends the service life. The HiCone supports pumping capacities of up to 290 m3/h. If a gap arises between rotor and stator due to wear in operation, the capacity drops.
Armstrong Fluid Technology Announces New Fire Pump Parts Kits
Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced the availability of new Parts Kits for Fire pumps. Consisting of engineered combinations of Armstrong genuine parts, the Parts Kits include all the replacement parts and related hardware required to complete the service and maintenance tasks that fire pumps require.
Hydraspecma Acquires Ymer Technology’s Wind Division
HydraSpecma has agreed to acquire the Wind Division of the Swedish industrial group Ymer Technology. The transaction will carve-out the Wind Division into a separate entity, and the agreement is subject to the completion thereof and the customary regulatory approvals. The Wind Division, which makes up about 80 per cent of Ymer Technology’s overall operations, is headquartered in Silkeborg, Denmark, and employs about 180 people.
Nomination Committee of Trelleborg AB Proposes New Chairman Of The Board
During his 14th year on the Board, and fifth as Chairman, Trelleborg Group’s Chairman of the Board Hans Biörck has announced that he will not be standing for re-election at Trelleborg AB’s 2023 Annual General Meeting. The Nomination Committee of Trelleborg AB has therefore resolved to propose current Board member Johan Malmquist as the company’s new Chairman of the Board at the 2023 Annual General Meeting. Johan Malmquist has been a Board member of the Trelleborg Group since 2016.
Danfoss Power Solutions Names President of Fluid Conveyance Division
Danfoss Power Solutions, a leading global supplier of mobile and industrial hydraulics as well as electric powertrain systems, has appointed Ines E. Sira as the new president of its Fluid Conveyance division, effective immediately. Based at the company’s campus in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, U.S., Sira will be a key member of the Power Solutions leadership team and will report directly to Eric Alström, president of Danfoss Power Solutions.
Swanson Industries Announces Acquisition of Tiefenbach North America
Swanson Industries, a leading provider of hydraulic cylinder manufacturing, remanufacturing, repair, and distribution services, is pleased to announce that it has acquired the majority ownership of Tiefenbach North America, LLC. The acquisition was completed on October 31, 2022. Tiefenbach Control Systems, Gmbh will retain minority interest in TNA.
The Steps Within the Supply Chain Management System
Practically any modern industrial manufacture from shipbuilding to oil & gas production use hoses to ensure uninterrupted operation. Like arteries, a variety of liquid forms are pumped through a system of hoses and connections, such as anything from plain water to petrochemicals or chemical reagents. Hoses are often taken for granted as an element that can be easily replaced in case of damage.
Parker Elects Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer
Parker Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies, announced that its Board of Directors has elected Jennifer A. Parmentier as Chief Executive Officer and Andrew D. Ross as Chief Operating Officer, each effective January 1, 2023. Parker also announced that its Board approved, effective January 1, 2023, an increase in the size of the Board from twelve to thirteen Directors and the appointment of Parmentier as a member of the Board. Parmentier will succeed Thomas L.
Supervisory Board Renews the Term Of Office Of Managing Board Member and Chief People & Sustainability Officer
The Supervisory Board of Siemens AG renewed the appointment of Managing Board Member Judith Wiese (51). The term of the Chief People & Sustainability Officer and Labor Director will run a further five years until September 30, 2028. “We recognize the substantial contribution that Judith Wiese has made since she joined Siemens two years ago. Judith holds a key role in ensuring that Siemens can attract and retain the best people and to create an environment in which they can thrive.
Swagelok Company Announces Changes to Board of Directors
Swagelok Company announced the retirement of James C. Boland and the election of Kenneth G. Hochman to its board of directors. Boland was elected as one of the board’s first independent directors in 2004. As a member of the board for 18 years, Boland oversaw many successful transformational changes to the company’s global footprint and operations. He also provided oversight to develop the structure and controls that continue to drive the company’s global expansion.
Five-Year Milestone for Landia with Its Wastewater Aeration System
A wastewater mixing and aeration system made by Landia has completed five years of uninterrupted service in North Wales at KK Fine Foods, manufacturers of high-quality meat, fish and vegetarian meal solutions. Externally-mounted, the 11kW AirJet comprises venturi nozzle(s) and the Landia Chopper Pump invented by the company back in 1950. Operating 24/7, this simple yet highly effective mixing and aeration system keeps solids in suspension in a 328m3 glass-lined steel tank.
NETZSCH Announces Hiring of OEM Product Manager
NETZSCH Pumps USA is proud to announce that Tom Evans joined the NETZSCH team as the OEM Product Manager for our PERIPRO Peristaltic Pump. He will be responsible for growth of sales, after sales and service for PERIPRO Pumps in the OEM market. Tom comes to NETZSCH with a strong background in industrial product and market development management having worked for several global companies that manufactured precision engineered products for demanding process industries. Courtesy of NETZSCH.
Torque Optimization & Its Purpose in Pumps
Some of the challenges end users face with pumping systems are the natural frequency and vibration that occur during operation. Having a torque force that is consistent with the speed of the pump allows for smooth operation and effectively avoids the recurrence of troubleshooting. It is important operators are aware of the consequences of failing to optimize the torque in pumping units and the differences between speed and torquing. Have you read this article? Click the link to view in full.
Grundfos Celebrates Grand Opening of Global Headquarters for Grundfos Americas Corporation
Grundfos, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technologies, announced the grand opening of its Grundfos US Headquarters located outside of Houston in Brookshire, Texas. This facility houses both the Global Headquarters for Water Utility and Main Office for Grundfos Americas Corporation.
Thordon Bearings Prove Its Worth In Abu Dhabi Offshore Platform Pumps
Thordon Bearings’ water-lubricated elastomeric polymer bearings have been installed to well pumps aboard an undisclosed offshore oil platform operated by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). Five KSB three-stage mixed flow impeller-type pumps were each retrofitted with Thordon pump bearings – 13 SXL intermediate bearings, four Composite bearings and a single SXL throttle bearing – replacing the original silicon carbide bushes.
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