BROUSSARD, La. – Variable Bore Rams Inc. (VBR), one of the largest original equipment manufacturer (OEM) ram and blowout preventer (BOP) component providers in the world, has opened a new facility in Kermit, Texas.

VBR provides a wide variety of BOP rams manufactured by Cameron, GE (Hydril), and NOV (Shaffer). With access to the 9,000 sq. ft facility, which spans five acres of land, VBR has extended its reach further into West Texas and surrounding areas.

RACINE, Wisc. – Twin Disc, Inc., a power transmission technology company for marine and land-based applications, announced it will celebrate its 100th anniversary throughout the year.

OAK CREEK, Wis. — AW-Lake COMPANY announces the appointment of Robert Murphy as Vogtlin Sales Channel Manager responsible for new international business growth and customer service. With more than 30 years of sales and service management experience with instrumentation companies, Murphy will be a crucial player in building and strengthening relationships with sales representatives as they introduce Vogtlin thermal mass instrumentation to new diverse markets.

COLUMBIA, Md. – Xylem is bringing together water industry leaders and utility operators to discuss Modernizing Water Infrastructure on May 17. During the workshop, experts on water, sustainable water management and infrastructure will share insights, best practices, and innovative approaches on optimizing water distribution. All sessions of the live workshop will also be available via webinar.