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NEMA Revises Guide to Motors and Generators

Updates address inverter-fed polyphase motors, temperature rise testing, and tolerances

October 6, 2016

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) announced it has revised NEMA MG 1-2016 Motors and Generators. NEMA MG 1 assists users in the proper selection and application of motors and generators.

Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Armstrong with Product Strategy Leadership Award

Design Envelope products deliver maximum value with low operating risk and costs

October 5, 2016

Based on its analysis of the intelligent fluid-flow equipment market, Frost & Sullivan has recognized Armstrong Fluid Technologies with the 2016 Global Frost & Sullivan Award for Product Line Strategy Leadership.

Taco Comfort Solutions Inc.: Hydronic Circulator

September 26, 2016

This circulator features the BIO Barrier^®, which protects the pump from contaminants, and the SureStart function, which automatically frees locked rotor conditions and self-purges air.

TRU-Vu Monitors Inc.: Daylight Monitor

September 26, 2016

The daylight-viewable monitor is designed to produce clear, sharp video images in bright daylight conditions. It operates in harsh environments down to minus 22˚F (minus 30˚C) and up to 185˚F (85˚C).

Belimo Announces Innovation Contest

Prize money will be awarded to first, second, and third place entries

September 20, 2016

Belimo Americas has announced an Innovation Contest regarding zone valves. Internal leakage in zone valves can cause significant loss of energy and money, noted the company. The contest involves finding a simple method for detecting and measuring zone valve internal leakage.

ORNL Evaluates HVACR Adhesives, Solar Coatings

Could improve efficiency and performance of HVACR systems, solar plants

September 19, 2016

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and 3M are teaming up to study whether adhesives can be developed to join HVACR components. ORNL is also working on a better way to clean and maintain solar mirrors.

Ice Breaker: Temporary Benefits of Saddle Valves

They’re good in a pinch but consider replacing them when possible

Joe Marchese

September 12, 2016

One common access valve initially used is some type of saddle valve. These valves are convenient and generally easy to install, but they are not usually considered to be a long-term type of valve and generally should not be left on a system permanently.

Tencarva Machinery Co. Acquires Dixie Pump & Machine Works

Also acquires portion of Predictive Maintenance Consultants

September 9, 2016

Tencarva Machinery Co. LLC has acquired Dixie Pump & Machine Works in Brookhaven, Mississippi, plus the assets of a portion of Predictive Maintenance Consultants in Brookhaven, from owners Reggie Allen and Collins Allen.

Modine to Acquire Luvata Heat Transfer Solutions

Acquisition will add one of the largest suppliers of HVACR coils and coatings

September 7, 2016

Modine Manufacturing Co., a leading provider of thermal management technology and solutions, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Luvata Heat Transfer Solutions (HTS) for approximately $422 million, to be financed through a combination of cash, debt, and $25 million of Modine common stock.

RS Components and ebm-papst Extend Distribution Partnership

RS will continue to suppy ebm-papst fans and motors

September 5, 2016

RS Components (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc, has renewed its agreement with ebm-papst to supply its high efficiency fans and motor products throughout the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) and Asia-Pacific (APAC) regions.