RIVERSIDE, Calif. (June 11, 2012) – BLACOH Fluid Control, a provider of pulsation dampeners and similar products designed to control pump system vibration and hydraulic surge, recently announced key additions to their sales force in both the U.S. and Europe. This news follows shortly after a similar announcement that the company had expanded their Customer Focus Team, the group responsible for providing service and support to distributors and OEMs worldwide.
MINNEAPOLIS (June 1, 2012) – Pentair, Inc., announced the appointment of Jim Lucas to the position of vice president of Investor Relations effective immediately. Lucas will replace Sara Zawoyski, previously vice president of Investor Relations, who has been promoted to the position of chief financial officer for Pentair's Technical Products business. To ensure a smooth transition, Lucas and Zawoyski will work closely together through August 1, 2012.
AUSTIN, Texas (May 30, 2012) – Gov. Rick Perry has appointed Sockalingam "Sam" Kannappan of Houston and Edward Summers of Austin to the Texas Board of Professional Engineers for terms to expire Sept. 26, 2017. The board licenses qualified engineers, enforces the Texas Engineering Practice Act and regulates the practice of professional engineering in Texas.
Xylem continues ITT's water focus and continues to grow.
New Associate Editor Hired, Circulation Increased
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (June 21, 2012) – Growth, an increase in circulation and positive feedback from a loyal readership have led to a decision from Cahaba Media Group to increase the frequency of Upstream Pumping Solutions magazine from four to six times a year, beginning in 2013.
LAS VEGAS (June 6, 2012) – Momentum is building for MINExpo INTERNATIONAL 2012, the world's largest and most comprehensive exposition dedicated to mining equipment, products and services. The event is set for Sept. 24-26 in Las Vegas.
WASHINGTON (June 1, 2012) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing common-sense standards informed by important input from stakeholders, including industry, for new flares and process heaters at petroleum refineries which maintain important public health benefits while dramatically reducing costs.
VLEUTEN, The Netherlands (June 1, 2012) – Verder Liquids division realizes its distribution plans for Northern Europe by opening a Denmark office per June 1. Located in the Copenhagen area, Verder A/S will both sell Verderair diaphragm pumps, Verderflex peristaltic pumps and a selection of other A-brands, and universal spare parts for progressing cavity pumps.
OLATHE, Kan. (May 31, 2012) – Ingram’s Magazine, Kansas City’s long-form business publication, selected Grundfos to top its list of “Best Companies to Work for in Kansas City.” Grundfos was chosen from among the metropolitan area’s mid-sized companies for its unique compensation, benefits and workplace cultures.