3D Printed Inconel Sleeve Protects Critical Valves from Thermal Shock
By: Stephanie Hendrixson, Executive Editor
Valve manufacturer Velan has developed a double-walled sleeve using lattices as thermal insulation to protect critical severe service valves from thermal shock and stress.
Curtiss-Wright Awarded Contracts from TerraPower for Natrium Plant
The contracts are to design and supply plan simulation and digital control solutions.
The Rise and Fall and Rise Again of Nuclear Power
As some countries have worked to phase it out for other sustainable renewables, others find it to be the most efficient and best choice for their systems.
#pressure-relief #materials
Emvolon Selected by DOE and EPA to Adapt Technology Eliminating Flaring
Emvolon, an MIT spin-off, will work with Pioneer Energy to adapt its technology at an oil and gas facility in Texas.
IoT Breakthrough Awarded to Emerson
The ninth annual award recognizes Emerson’s workflow management software for its work helping life sciences companies efficiently develop, scale and manufacture.
Westinghouse Awarded Contract to Develop Microreactors for NASA-DOE
The contract will enable the company to continue development of a space microreactor design through the Fission Surface Power (FSP) project.
The Eccentric Plug Valve
The first non-lubricated eccentric plug valve was developed in the late 1920s, designed to solve the issue of pitch buildup in paper mill valves.
#basics #water-wastewater #knowyourvalves
TerraPower Awards Natrium Reactor Enclose System Contracts
ENSA, Doosan Enerbility, HD Hyundai and Marmen were all named as partner manufacturers.
Liquid Cooling Technology for Data Center Cooling
Technology from Nexalus will work with Hewlett Packard Enterprise servers to turn data centers into closed-loop clean energy power stations.
Air Valves: The Unsung Heroes of Water Infrastructure
Air in pipelines can cause significant problems in systems, so prevention is critical.
#water-wastewater