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OMAL Automation

OMAL Automation is a pioneer valve and actuator manufacturer , renowned for product solutions that are characterized by superior quality and high performance . Headquartered in Italy , the company has expanded its reach to successfully permeate the United States . With a strong focus on their groundbreaking design , the company continues to strive for a high level of success . Find this month ’ s Spotlight on Pages 2-3 .

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UNITED STATES : The Cla-Val Company has presented the city of Walla Walla with the Smart City Award in recognition of the City ’ s rapid adoption of new technology , bringing all their valves online with a novel approach to streaming valve data into SCADA via their AMI solution .

The city ’ s water distribution system has over 25 Cla-Val valves . By bringing these valves online , the city now has live flow , pressure & valve position data to make informed decisions quickly , without going into the field . With the addition of the Cla-Val XP2F Smart Solution , the city used its existing infrastructure to bring all the valves online through the Sensus Infrastructure advanced metering infrastructure ( AMI ) already in place .

BRAZIL : Enauta Participações S . A . announced that its Board of Directors unanimously approved the submission of a merger proposal to the Board of Directors and shareholders of 3R Petroleum Óleo e Gás S . A . (“ 3R ”). A merger of Enauta and 3R establishes one of the largest and most diversified independent oil and gas companies in Latin America . The combination results in a balanced , five-year high organic growth portfolio with the ability to add value in an environment of consolidation and resilience to the commodity pricing cycle .

Emerson announced that , for the sixth consecutive year , the company has been honored with the title of 2024 Socially Responsible Company in Mexico from the Mexican Center for Philanthropy ( CEMEFI ) and the Alliance for Corporate Social Responsibility ( AliaRSE ). The Social Responsibility Badge recognizes leading companies in their voluntary and public commitment to contribute social value to their operations , considering their interest groups .

This title is awarded after a systematic evaluation process that measures a company ’ s social responsibility through a series of indicators in environmental , social , and governance areas . It characterizes social responsibility as a way of managing and conducting business in which companies make sure their op-

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The International Oil & Gas Producers Association ( IOGP ) plays an important role in the oil & gas industry and its governing standards . IOGP Standards Committee and Subcommittees liaise with industry standards organizations to develop relevant industry standards . Shell Engineering Team Lead , Ayman Cheta discusses his role as Chair of IOGP Piping & Valve Standards Subcommittee , the importance of maintaining these standards and the value of connecting with others in the industry .

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In addition to receiving the title , Emerson was also recognized as

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a company with particularly noteworthy environmental practices .

It has become increasingly imperative for governments and businesses worldwide to prioritize the reduction of total methane emissions generated by industrial processes . The oil and gas sector emits around 80 Mt of methane annually , accounting for roughly 40 % of total human-cause methane emissions . These emissions may be reduced by over 75 % by implementing leak and detection repair programs and upgrading leaky equipment . Methane abatement in oil and gas is highly cost-effective , and approximately 40 % of methane emissions may be eliminated at no net cost Pages 6 - 7

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With this recognition , combined with its global corporate sustainability vision , Emerson reaffirms its commitment to interest groups and renews its purpose to drive innovation that makes the world healthier , safer , smarter and more sustainable .

Greenhouse gas ( GHG ) emission reduction requirements are found at the state and country level in most developed countries . For example , in 2020 , China announced its goals to strive for carbon dioxide peaking before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality before 2060 . 1 As major industrial emitters face increased scrutiny to reduce emissions , the focus on regulatory compliance will also extend downward to encompass large- and medium-sized enterprises .

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