ST. LOUIS – The Power Transmission Distributor Association (PTDA) Foundation has presented Sandy Sullivan, Nidec Motor Corporation national account director, with its Wendy B. McDonald Award.

The award is given to a woman who has established herself as a critical contributor to her company’s success and has affected positive change within the power transmission/motion control industry.

Bjerringbro, Denmark — Siemens and Grundfos have signed a digital partnership framework for strategic cooperation between the two companies. The new partnership focuses on the complementary products and solutions provided by both parties in three main areas: water and wastewater applications, industrial automation and building technology.

Ellesmere Port, U.K. — Cook Compression has opened a satellite service facility in Sicily, Italy. The service facility supports the rapid reconditioning of compressor valves for ISAB S.r.l, a part of Lukoil Oil Company, and other refineries in the region. ISAB has awarded Cook Compression a multiyear contract to provide technical support, reconditioning and upgrades for reciprocating compressor valves.

Pasadena, Texas — Sulzer is opening a new service center outside Houston, Texas—a large pump repair shop that is equipped with lift capacity to handle large machines along with enhanced repair technologies and equipment.