Valve World Magazine March 2024 | Page 44

industry

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ValvTechnologies appoints VP Control Devices acquires Gilmore
ValvTechnologies , LLC , manufacturer of zero leakage severe service isolation valve solutions , has named Todd McLemore Vice President of Product Marketing & Development . In this new role , McLemore will be instrumental in shaping , expanding , and executing the company ’ s product strategy , driving innovation ,
and implementing effective marketing initiatives within the severe service industries of mining , nuclear , oil and gas , and power . With over 24 years of experience and a passion for process improvement and product marketing , McLemore joins us from VinTech Nano Materials . His extensive background includes significant sales leadership roles at both CITGO Petroleum and Shell Oil Company . McLemore brings deep knowledge and expertise in product development and lifecycle management , positioning him to spearhead ValvTechnologies ’ innovation strategy efforts .
Control Devices , LLC , a portfolio company of HBM Holdings , announced that it has acquired Gilmore . The acquisition expands Control Devices ’ flow control solutions portfolio while widening its reach in the oil and gas market . The acquisition also broadens HBM Holdings ’ expertise in the flow control sector . Gilmore , headquartered in Houston , TX , designs and manufactures high-performance severe service valves ( check ,
relief , regulator , shuttle , control , etc .) and other flow control solutions , including custom valves to meet client specifications and pressure relief systems . Its products are designed for demanding applications and harsh environments in the upstream oil and gas industry . Control Devices is a leading designer and manufacturer of highly engineered flow control products utilized in niche applications across various end markets .
GEMÜ 1441 cPos-X – the electro-pneumatic positioner
With a smart app operating system , the GEMÜ 1441 cPos-X is an intelligent , digital electropneumatic positioner in twowire technology used to control pneumatically operated process valves . The two-wire technology offers advantages when it comes to simplified wiring . The field device ’ s power is supplied via a signal source and requires no further electrical supply . It can be paired with many pneumatically operated valves , thus expanding their range of functions and providing optimal support with control processes in automated plant areas . This electro-pneumatic positioner is especially key for potentially explosive areas that are difficult to access , using a Bluetooth interface the GEMÜ app allows your personnel to operate it and view detailed information remotely via a smartphone or tablet .
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