Why the growing global water crisis will soon dominate the focus of the pump industry

From Pumps & Systems: Why the growing global water crisis will soon dominate the focus of the pump industry.

The June 2006 cover of Pumps and Systems magazine read—“Water: The Next Oil?” In that issue, then editor, Mike Riley challenged as follows: “Take this to the bank: Water will eventually replace oil as our planet’s core commodity.” Industrialized nations currently look to fossil fuels and note that a time will come when society will consume what is left of this valuable resource, and we acknowledge an urgent need for research and spending to find alternative energy sources.

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The World's Thirst for Water

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US high-pressure pumps go to ailing Japan reactor

From Yahoo! News: The US military said Wednesday it had delivered high-pressure water pumps to Japan to help cool a stricken nuclear power plant as part of the US aid effort amid Japan's worst crisis since World War II.

"High-pressure water pumps were offloaded from USNS Safeguard in Yokosuka last night and delivered to Yokota Air Force Base for further transfer to the government of Japan for employment at the Fukushima power plant," the US Pacific Fleet said in a statement.

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US high-pressure pumps go to ailing Japan reactor

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Berlin Technologies presents: Allweiler centrifugal pumps - NBWH series

Submersible Pumps suit wastewater and drainage applications

From ThomasNet: ITT has introduced its new Bell & Gossett Impact(TM) series of high-efficiency submersible wastewater pumps that are designed for use in commercial and building services applications where wastewater or drainage must be disposed of quickly, quietly and efficiently.

Featuring Bell & Gossett's unique, self-cleaning impeller and casing, the Impact Pumps are specifically configured to process solids more easily and reduce clogging while improving hydraulic efficiency. The pumps operate at efficiencies exceeding
market standards by 10-15%, consume less energy and last longer, even in high demand conditions.

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ITT Bell & Gossett Introduces New IMPACT(TM) Series Submersible Wastewater Pumps

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Atlas Copco Gas and Process Acquires JC Carter Company Cryogenic Pump Business

From PR.com: The Atlas Copco Gas and Process Division has finalized the purchase agreement of the pump business from JC Carter Company LLC, located in Costa Mesa, California, USA.

JC Carter is a leading producer of cryogenic submerged motor pumps, which have many applications in the growing natural gas market. The company’s products are primarily used in liquid natural gas regasification and liquefaction plants, and natural gas liquid processing. In 2009, the company had around 70 employees and revenues of approximately $25 million USD (MSEK 175).

“The acquisition will facilitate JC Carter’s long-term growth. It will also extend Atlas Copco’s product range we can offer to our customers in the LNG market, and the chemical and petrochemical industries,” said Peter Wagner, President of Atlas Copco Gas and Process.

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Atlas Copco Gas and Process Acquires JC Carter Company Cryogenic Pump Business

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Piston Pumps target off-road vehicle applications

From ThomasNet: The Sauer-Danfoss family of electronically controlled H1 pumps continues to expand, providing high performance, greater efficiency, and additional functionality for off-road vehicles.

Sauer-Danfoss has launched its new 60cm³/68cm³ and 89cm³/100cm³ H1 piston pump frame sizes. The H1 range of piston pumps, first introduced to the market in 2005, now includes six displacement ranges. "These new frame sizes provide additional flexibility and functionality, which enables OEMs to improve overall vehicle efficiency and increase productivity," says Branko Horvat, Sauer-Danfoss Product Marketing Manager.

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New 60cm³/68cm³ and 89cm³/100cm³ Piston Pumps Join the H1 Family

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Berlin Technologies at Israchem 2011

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