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industry update
One X announces acquires United Energy Partners
Kingdom( KIFC) introduces new fire safe ball valve
One X- A Completions Partner( One X), a Kingswood Capital Management, LP( Kingswood) portfolio company has acquired United Energy Partners( UEP), the provider of pressure control services and equipment rental solutions for energy operators. Through this strategic acquisition, One X has become one of the largest independent operators of serviceless( greaseless) pressure control valves in the United States, with operations across the Permian Basin, DJ Basin, Eagle Ford Shale, Bakken Shale, and Haynesville Shale. Headquartered in Greeley, Colorado, United Energy Partners provides pressure control equipment services and rentals by utilising cutting-edge serviceless valve technology
that improves safety, site preparedness and reliability. With this innovative offering, UEP has established itself as the premier pressure control partner across Colorado, Texas, Utah, Wyoming, North Dakota and New Mexico. Existing UEP management will remain onboard and work with One X to expand its service offerings and geographic reach. Based in Houston, Texas, One X provides pressure control services, flowback, drill-out, and well testing services to several major international energy operators. It was acquired by Kingswood Capital Management in October 2023. Acquiring UEP will expand One X’ s geographic breadth and industry-leading technology portfolio.
Kingdom Flow Control Co., Ltd., is thrilled to announce an exciting addition to its product lineup based on customers’ valuable feedback and dedication to safety. Meet the new fire safe version of the popular 1000 WOG 3-PC body ball valve! The key features include API 607 Certified: Meets rigorous fire
safe testing standards; Versatile Sizing: Available in sizes from 1 / 4” to 4” for all your needs; Multiple connection options: Choose from threaded, socket weld, butt weld and flanged ends; 1000 WOG rating: Perfect for demanding industrial applications; and 3-Piece body design: Ensures easy maintenance and part replacement.
E Tech Group names Karla Lunan as new CFO
E Tech Group, a provider of industrial automation and control systems integration, announces the appointment of Karla Lunan as Chief Financial Officer. Lunan succeeds Sharon Koenig who will be retiring this year but will remain with the company through July 3, 2025. The position is effective immediately. With more than 25 years of leadership experience spanning finance, human resources, and
IT, Lunan will oversee the finance and human resources teams. She has a proven track record across the energy, construction and manufacturing industries and has held senior leadership roles at both private and publicly traded companies. Her leadership will be instrumental as the company expands its international footprint and invests in emerging areas such as cybersecurity and business intelligence. www. valve-world. net Valve World August 2025
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