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First National Legally Enforceable Drinking Water Standard for PFAS Passed

As part of the Administration’s commitment to combating PFAS pollution, EPA announces $1B investment through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to address PFAS in drinking water.


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NSF Acquires PSILab, Inc., Extending Its Offerings in Water Industry

The acquisition furthers its commitment to the quality, performance and safety of water products globally.

Mueller Water Products Announces Leadership Transitions

Martie Edmunds Zakas to serve as interim CEO; Steve Heinrichs named CFO; Paul McAndrew promoted to COO.

USGS Study Finds PFAS "Forever Chemicals" Across US Water Systems

At least 45% of the nation’s tap water is estimated to have one or more types of PFAS chemicals, according to a new study by the U.S. Geological Survey.

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Settles with Solvay on PFAS Remediation

Solvay Specialty Polymers USA, LLC, a subsidiary of Solvay S.A. announced an agreement resolving certain PFAS-related claims in New Jersey.

Applications

New Partnership Formed to Treat and Destroy PFAS from Municipal Water Systems

Ovivo and E2metrix Inc. to develop a complete, integrated solution for this critical problem.

Design

Check Valve Installation Considerations to Maximize Process Performance

Key considerations in successful check valve performance.

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Unico Mechanical Awarded Contract for US Army Corps of Engineers

Company will overhaul two 216-in. butterfly valves at Fort Peck Dam in Montana.


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Victaulic Acquires Horizon Metals Inc.

The newly added foundry will enhance the company’s infrastructure growth.

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Federal Government to Finance $340 Million in Upgrades to Water System in Philadelphia

EPA WIFIA loans are financing $36 billion in infrastructure upgrades, ensuring clean, safe water and creating 122,000 jobs nationwide.

Veolia Water Tech and OLI Systems Bring Water Chemistry Insights to Oil & Gas Industry

 Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions announced today a collaboration with OLI Systems, a leader in water chemistry-based process simulation and electrolyte thermodynamics, to optimize operating performance in the refining and petrochemical industries through the use of OLI's innovative cloud platform that delivers actionable insights to operations teams.

Applications

Materials Can Impact Product Design Life and Produce Safer Drinking Water

Some manufacturers are investing in R&D to improve products by using new materials to extend product life and value.

Insights

Opportunities Abound for Our Industry in 2023 and Beyond

Reflecting on 2022 and looking ahead at opportunities for the industrial valve industry.

Design

Improving the Reliability of Valves with Embedded Features of Today’s Smart Actuators

Texas plant expansion will achieve 320 million gallons per day of treated water capacity.

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Manufacturing

Which Gate Valve is Best for Today's Waterworks Systems?

A historical perspective may provide the answer.


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California Public Utilities Commission Approves Monterey Expansion

Company reduces size of desalination plant as a result of expansion.

Manufacturing

Ancient Roman Valves

The story of water supply in the ancient Roman Empire is grand.

Design

New Valve-Based Leak Monitoring Sensor for Water Distribution

System can help utilities monitor systems to avoid catastrophic leaks, and prevent environmental damage from leaks.

Claros Technologies, Kureha Partner to Power Clean Technologies by Capturing Valuable Metals in Oil- and Gas-Produced Water

The project goal is to deliver a nanosorbent that captures these minerals from water waste from gas and oil operations.

Aris Water Solutions, Chevron and ConocoPhillips Work Together on Water Reuse

-Aris Water Solutions, Inc. announced that it has entered into a strategic agreement with Chevron U.S.A.

California Coastal Commission Recommends Support of Proposed Desalination Facility on the Monterey Peninsula

The Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project will bring a much-needed reliable water source to the region for generations to come.

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Groth Corporation's Biogas Business Line Acquired

Energenecs, Inc. has purchased several product assets from the company.


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Flowserve Advances Its Desalination Offerings with Launch of New Flex Isobaric Energy Recovery Device

Device is the next-generation compact pressure exchanger for reverse osmosis plants.

Insights

Market Outlook Workshop Speakers Offer Insight Into Possible Recession, Ongoing Supply Chain Issues and Political Impacts for 2023

From the positive impacts of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to the negative repercussions from the war in Ukraine, external forces continue to shape an uncertain future.

Victaulic Acquires Tennessee Metal Fabricating Corporation

On September 9, 2022, Victaulic, a manufacturer of mechanical pipe joining, fire protection and flow control solutions, acquired the business assets of Tennessee Metal Fabricating Corporation (TMF). The acquisition supports the company’s growth in the infrastructure market and increases its capacity for large-diameter piping solutions.

Applications

Flowserve Flood Control Technology Featured in New Online Film Series

With rising sea levels, projects like this will become more necessary.

AUMA Selects Vandevanter as New Rep

New AUMA rep for eastern MO and southern IL

Design

Biden Administration Allocates Funding to Hydropower Development

Hydropower remains key player in power generation in U.S. currently accounting for 31.5% of renewable electricity generation and about 6.3% of total U.S. electricity

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