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1 month ago | 
processingmagazine.com | Michael Coburn |Bryan Nelson |Leighton Jones
The inherent irony that is at the root of many industrial manufacturing processes is this: oftentimes, “bad” things are needed to produce “good” things. Or, to be a little more specific, hazardous things are needed to manufacture useful things. Manufacturers who produce chemical-based compounds such as caustics, acids, solvents and polymers should be well aware of this dichotomy.
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1 month ago | 
pumpsandsystems.com | Michael Coburn |Amin Almasi
The oil and gas industry continues to be the backbone of the global energy supply chain, powering economies and fueling innovation. Fossil fuels account for nearly 80% of the world’s energy use, according to the Energy Institute. Countries like India (89.2%), Russia (87.5%), China (81.5%) and the United States (80.5%) are leading consumers of these traditional energy sources.
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1 month ago | 
processingmagazine.com | Bryan Nelson |Michael Coburn |Leighton Jones
Selecting the right pump is critical in ensuring the success of any water management system. By focusing on key performance factors and application specific requirements, end users can confirm that they have the right pump tailored to meet the demands of their job. Whether the application involves wastewater treatment, construction dewatering, mining operations, or industrial processes, having the right pump directly impacts overall system performance.
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Jul 9, 2024 | 
pumpsandsystems.com | Michael Coburn |Amin Almasi
There is an inherent irony at the root of many industrial manufacturing processes: oftentimes, “bad” things are needed to produce “good” things. Or, to be a little more specific, hazardous things are needed to manufacture useful things. Manufacturers who produce chemical-based compounds such as caustics, acids, solvents and polymers should be well aware of this dichotomy.
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Apr 17, 2024 | 
processingmagazine.com | Jackie Stokes |Tom Zuckett |Michael Coburn
The Mount Holly, South Carolina, smelting facility of global producer Century Aluminum houses casting equipment to process nearly 230,000 metric tons of material into standard-grade ingot, HDC ingot, extrusion billet and other products. As the first primary aluminum plant in the world to achieve the ISO 9001 Quality System Standard, Mount Holly has the highest standards for production efficiency, energy utilization and environmental control.
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Apr 15, 2024 | 
processingmagazine.com | Tom Zuckett |Michael Coburn
Pumps, Motors & DrivesXylem launches single-use pumping solution for enhanced safety, quality and efficiency in handling biologicsNew Jabsco PureFlo 21 Single Use pump with first of its kind safety valve to be unveiled at INTERPHEX 2024. (Schaffhausen, Switzerland — April 9, 2024 — Xylem Release) — Global water technology company, Xylem, recently announced the launch of the Jabsco PureFlo 21 Single Use pump, a breakthrough solution for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
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Mar 15, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Michael Coburn |Daniel McCarty |John Pruitt
On February 26, 2024, the Connecticut Insurance Department (the CID) adopted Bulletin No. MC-25 on the “Use of Artificial Intelligence Systems in Insurance” (Connecticut Bulletin). This Connecticut Bulletin is similar to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Model Bulletin regarding the “Use of Artificial Intelligence Systems by Insurers” (Model Bulletin), which was adopted by the NAIC on December 4, 2023.
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Mar 6, 2024 | 
processingmagazine.com | Michael Coburn
Pumps are an integral part of everyday life. They are machines that move fluids and produce hydraulic energy. Over time, pump technologies have evolved to allow pumps to process fluids of varying viscosities and properties, such as chemicals, biofuels, crude oil and solvents. Several pumping technologies are available to operators, offering a wide variety of choices for their processing needs. They can select centrifugal, submersible, piston, or axial pumps and still have several options available.
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Jun 7, 2023 | 
laptrinhx.com | Michael Coburn
If you’re going to take on the second-highest peak in the lower 48 states, you might as well do it in great company. That’s precisely what we — Matthew Boehm, Michael Coburn, Péter Farkas, Jean-François Gagné, Marcin Gwóźdź, Kenny Gryp, Nando Laudares, and Alexander Rubin — decided to do. Fresh from attending Percona Live in Denver, we set off on a journey to conquer Mt Elbert, standing proud at 14,438′ (4400m).
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May 5, 2023 | 
pumps-africa.com | Michael Coburn
By Michael Coburn – Product Manager for Blackmer® GearShaft deflectionPumps are an essential piece of mechanical technology critical to the function of many industries. The need to move fluids stretches back to 6000 B.C. in Egypt and Mesopotamia when early civilizations dug canals to move flood waters to crops for irrigation. The earliest evidence of a pump dates to 2000 BC, while modern positive displacement pumps like vane and internal gear came along in the late 1800’s.
