Valve World Magazine June 2024 | Page 68

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Total Valve expands Farris distribution territory
Total Valve has announced the expansion of its Farris Distribution Territory to include the Rockies Region , in addition to its existing areas of operation in Oklahoma , Kansas , Missouri , NW Arkansas and the Texas Panhandle . The company will now distribute and service Farris relief valves in Colorado , Utah , Wyoming , Montana , South Idaho , NE Nevada and West Nebraska .
As a stocking distributor and service centre for Farris , Total Valve aims to meet the evolving needs of the valve industry . The Rock Springs , Wyoming location will become a comprehensive stocking and valve assembly facility , enhancing delivery and service solutions . Additionally , Total Valve plans to open a new facility in the Salt Lake City area this summer , with further plans for a facility in Colorado .
DFC wins best exporter award
IMI appoints technical expert for green hydrogen growth
Dynamic Fluid Control ( DFC ) are joint winners under the Best Exporter award category at the Black Industrialists and Exporters Conference , recently held at the Sandton Convention Centre . Minister of the DTI ( Department of Trade and Industry : Republic of South Africa )
Ebrahim Patel has hailed this conference as the largest-ever showcase of black industrial excellence in the South African economy . Participation in this prestigious event underscores its commitment to advancing economic growth and job creation in South Africa .
IMI has appointed Dr Cornelia Neumann as its new Sales and Business Development Manager to support the company ’ s expansion into the green hydrogen market in Germany . Dr Neumann will be responsible for growing IMI ’ s portfolio of hydrogen customers in key sectors such as transport , power , and industry , following the development of the IMI VIVO PEM electrolyser . With a doctorate in technical chemistry from RWTH Aachen University and over three years of experience in the chemical industry , specialising in electrochemistry , Dr Neumann
joins IMI to support its ongoing energy transition . IMI is growing its presence in the German market , particularly within mobility , where green hydrogen offers a superior range compared to electric vehicles , making it an ideal fuel for haulage and intercity transportation .
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