Press Releases

Cranston, RI (Oct. 11, 2011) Thielsch Engineering, Inc. is pleased to announce the 4-SYTE System Strategy, an interactive data management program that gives energy and utility companies access to initial design, repairs, updates and operational information of critical boiler and piping systems in “real-time.” This advanced digital program offers immediate solutions for power plants regardless […]

In collaboration with the engineering team of schlaich bergermann und partner, FLABEG is developing a new innovative collector design for improved efficiency and cost reduction of solar thermal parabolic trough power plants.

WELLESLEY HILLS, Mass., Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Joseph F. Finn, Jr. C.P.A. ("Finn") of the firm Finn, Warnke & Gayton, LLP ("FWG") announced today that Mechanology, Inc.’s steam turbines, business offered for sale at a sealed bid sale on November 18, 2011, are suited for applications in power recovery and power generation packages. Wasted […]

ATLANTA (September 20, 2011) – PIC Group, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has entered into an Operations and Maintenance Services agreement with LCEC Generation, LLC (LCEC) for the 43 megawatt power generation plant that LCEC is currently constructing in Lovington, New Mexico. PIC will provide full care, custody and control O&M services during […]

Tyco Flow Control has announced the completion of a new 2400m2 extension to its Sempell facility in Korschenbroich, Germany. This marks the culmination of more than $25 million investment in the plant over the past two years to broaden Sempell’s product portfolio and service capability. “We’re committed to bringing innovative new solutions to the global […]

Tyco Flow Control, a unit of Tyco International Ltd. (NYSE: TYC) has expanded its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Korschenbroich, Germany specializing in flow control products used in the conventional and nuclear power generation industry. • The expansion includes a new production building which adds an additional 2,400m2 (26,000 sq ft) to the existing facility and houses […]

Wärtsilä Corporation, Trade and Technical Press Release, 12 September 2011   The new power plant is Wärtsilä’s first power generation project in the United Arab Emirates. This gas-fuelled power plant will be the first of its kind in the country, and will be located in Ras Al Khaima to supply power to industrial consumers. Wärtsilä’s […]

Manheim, PA and Corona, CA – Harrington Hoists, Inc. announced that it has achieved the ISO 9001:2008 certification on August 8, 2011.   The intention of seeking this certification is to improve business performance by implementing processes that will ensure the company meets or exceeds customer needs. “Harrington has always been customer focused and we strive […]

Linthicum, Maryland (March, 2011) – Larox Flowsys. The new line of Larox Knife Gate Valves prove to be advantageous over competition. Along with the industrial cast-iron body and heavy duty stainless steal gate, each Larox Knife Gate Valve is fully loaded and originally equipped with a flushing port, limit switch mounting, locking gate, and both […]

Phoenix, AZ August 11, 2011 – Layne Christensen Company announces the opening of its “Center of Excellence” Facility in Phoenix, Arizona. With a 130-year commitment to the water industry, this newest addition to the company’s footprint is strategically positioned to provide sustainable and economical water treatment solutions for both industrial and municipal applications.  Recognizing the […]

Wärtsilä Corporation, Local press release, 18 August 2011 The newly commissioned power plant located in Modesto, California, provides the community with the needed flexible, fast-start peaking generation to balance the expected increase in intermittent renewable generation resources. Modesto Irrigation District (MID) built the peaking plant to support their goal of meeting California’s mandated 33 percent  […]

Clearwater, Florida – August 18, 2011 – Sensidyne, LP, a leading manufacturer and supplier of industrial health and safety equipment, releases the CDEM-1000 for sale. The Sensidyne CDEM-1000 Coal Dust Explosibility Meter is a portable, handheld, easy-to-use instrument, designed to provide a direct indication of the potential explosibility of a coal and rock dust mixture […]

The Air/Vacuum Valve automatically exhausts large volumes of air from the system while it is being filled with the slurry. When the contamination is being emptied, air displaces the fluid and re-enters the pipeline to equalize pressure. It prevents discharge of the medium to keep your work environment clean and safe. When the system is […]

August 12, 2011 San Jose, CA, USA – As a global leader providing innovative solutions to the power generation industry for nearly three decades and in response to the industry needs for a stronger technical foundation when employing guided wave technologies, Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SI) announces the acquisition of the Inspection Services Group from […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn., August 16, 2011 – The Kindorf® Fast Set Beam Clamp from Thomas & Betts simplifies the installation of threaded rod on I-beams by requiring no tools for installation: the clamp simply slides onto the I-beam flange. Once the clamp is secured to the flange by hand, the threaded rod can be screwed through […]

We have moved our North American headquarters to 113 Campus Drive, Princeton, NJ, 08540, (Tel) 609-799-4449, (Fax) 609-799-5559. In addition to housing the company’s growing North American workforce, the new facility features four expanded state-of-the-art process safety testing laboratories and an expansive training theater that houses the Chilworth Process Safety Academy.   Our expanded facilities […]

Multifab is pleased to announce the introduction of our DNT SERIES M-FLEX 600 pipe and duct connection material. M-Flex 600 is a breakthrough in technology utilizing a new style PTFE which is capable of continuous operation to 600° F while remaining strong. It can be used in wet or dry applications while maintaining a zero […]

PIC Group, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of the Spanish-language version of its website, www.picworld.com. Visitors can switch between English and Spanish by selecting the language tab at the top of the website. During the past few years, PIC has experienced significant international growth. With four Latin American branches, this area of the […]

BATESVILLE, Indiana, August 5, 2011 – /PR NewsWire/ – Hillenbrand, Inc. (NYSE: HI) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire privately held ROTEX Global, LLC, a portfolio company of Windjammer Capital Investors, for $240 million in cash, subject to certain closing and post-closing adjustments. The acquisition is expected to close in late August, subject […]

Zurich, Switzerland, Aug. 2, 2011 – ABB, the leading power and automation technology group, has won an order worth around $1 billion from the Dutch-German transmission grid operator TenneT to supply a power link connecting offshore North Sea wind farms to the German mainland grid. This is the largest power transmission order in ABB’s history. […]

Just like people, power plants can sometimes have rewarding new careers after their typical retirement age. A small plant in Mexico demonstrates just how valuable well-maintained, old equipment can be.

HOUSTON, August 1, 2011 – A cooperative in northern Vermont serving a largely rural area has proven that even small utilities can achieve great smart grid results by planning wisely. For improving service to its members by developing a grid modernization strategy before “smart grid” was a buzz phrase, Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC) is the […]

HOUSTON, August 1, 2011 – Kansas City Power & Light (KCP&L) wins this year’s top award from POWER magazine for Iatan 2, located 30 miles northwest of Kansas City. The owners of the 850-MW (net) Unit 2 demonstrated how to plan for and build a coal-fired power plant in a way that balances the needs […]

Allentown, PA – July 26, 2011: ASGCO’s line conveyor safety equipment is designed with one main priority – making sure workers are protected hazardous moving machine parts and pinch points within the conveyor system. Our Safe-Guard line of products are also versatile and constructed from powder coated steel. The MSHA and OSHA accepted Flat Return […]

Siemens plans to acquire the Dutch sister companies NEM B.V. and Nem Energy Services B.V. (NES). The two specialists in heat recovery steam generators for combined-cycle (gas and steam) power plants (CCPP) together employ a workforce of around 1,000 and booked sales of EUR325 million in fiscal 2010 (ended September 30). The companies are currently […]

Fort Smith, Ark. – Baldor Electric Company, a Fort Smith, Arkansas‐based manufacturer of energy-saving industrial electric motors, drives, mechanical power transmission products and generators, is now responsible for selling and supporting the complete line of ABB low and medium voltage industrial electric motors and generators. This move by ABB allows Baldor to offer local customers […]

LONDON – 21 July, 2011 – Many European states are investing in smart metering in the drive to meet EU’s energy targets to be achieved by 2020. The third energy directive is driving member states for 80 percent smart meter penetration by that date.  However, according to Frost & Sullivan, region-wise disparity exists due to […]

WILMINGTON, N.C.—July 27, 2011— With Poland evaluating two GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GEH) reactor models for the country’s first nuclear power plant projects, GEH today announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Warsaw-based engineering firm Energoprojekt Warszawa, S.A. (EW) to discuss the feasibility of partnering on future reactor projects. The MOU with […]

 Washington, D.C.—-The newly released REN21 Renewables 2011 Global Status Report shows that the renewable energy sector continues to perform well despite continuing economic recession, incentive cuts, and low natural gas prices.   Authored by Worldwatch Institute Senior Fellow Janet Sawin in collaboration with a global network of research partners, the report shows that in 2010, […]

Theisen Baumaschinen Mietpark GmbH & Co KG, one of the largest construction machinery rental companies in Germany, has purchased 32 new wheeled and crawler excavators from Doosan.  Theisen continuously invests in the purchase of new machines to keep the average age of its fleet at a potentially record-breaking 2.5 years.  As well as reducing the […]