Inovair produces high-efficiency blowers that meet BABA requirements
Lenaxa, Kansas-based Inovair has been recognized by EPA as the first manufacturer of high-efficiency blowers that are fully compliant with the Build America, Buy America Act. This milestone achievement delivers immediate benefits to municipalities and engineering firms seeking to leverage federal infrastructure funding while minimizing regulatory risk and procurement delays.
Veolia expands footprint in Brazil
As part of its GreenUp growth strategy, Veolia is strengthening its footprint in Northeast Brazil with the integration of Alagoas Ambiental and Serquip Tratamentos Resíduos AL, two of the region’s top waste management companies, into its national operations. This move expands Veolia’s service portfolio and infrastructure in Alagoas, adding three new EcoParks and two health care waste treatment facilities to its network.
Kyle Waters joins SEEPEX as environmental market manager
SEEPEX has added Kyle Waters as its new environmental market manager, Western Region. A graduate of Erskine College, he has spent nearly a decade honing his expertise in the specialty chemical industry, specializing in eco-friendly process additives.
Lutz-Jesco GmbH acquires FXM line of peristaltic pumps from Valmet
Lutz-Jesco GmbH has acquired the FXM line of peristaltic metering pumps from Valmet. The FXM series, formerly branded under Flowrox and known for its durability and ability to handle abrasive and viscous fluids, will be fully integrated into Lutz-Jesco’s range of high quality transfer and metering equipment. The acquisition includes all related technology, designs and intellectual property, ensuring a smooth transition and continued support for current FXM customers.
Flomatic promotes Daniel Hidalgo to LATAM sales and marketing manager
Flomatic Valves has promoted Daniel Hidalgo to the position of LATAM sales and marketing manager. In this dual role, he will continue to drive Flomatic’s marketing strategy globally while expanding the company’s presence in the Latin American market, which includes countries in Central and South America as well as Mexico and the Caribbean.
OBIC 1100 approved for potable water applications
OBIC announced that its flagship product, OBIC 1100, has received certification from the Israel Institute of Standards for use in potable water applications. OBIC 1100 is already NSF-61 certified in the U.S., and the product’s proven safety and performance played a key role in facilitating the rigorous testing and approval process in Israel. The Israel Institute of Standards mirrors the testing and performance protocols used in the U.S., ensuring that OBIC 1100 met stringent safety and material requirements.
In-Situ welcomes Melody White as new principal technical consultant
In-Situ welcomes Melody White as a principal technical consultant. With more than 25 years’ experience supporting water operators across the U.S. and internationally, she brings a wealth of knowledge in chemistry, biological processes and system optimization for both drinking water and wastewater treatment. White has shared her expertise at WEFTEC annually since 2012 and serves as an instructor at Colorado’s Advanced School for Water and Wastewater and the Leadville School for Water. Contributions to the industry also include co-authoring the WEF Wastewater Fundamentals III Study Guide and Standards for Operation of Nutrient Removal Facilities (WEF 37-24).
NETZSCH Pumps unveils remodeled office space
NETZSCH Pumps celebrated the grand opening of its newly remodeled office at 119 Pickering Way in Exton, Pennsylvania. The official opening event, held on Feb. 26, brought together company leadership, employees, and special guests, including Moritz Netzsch, Giuliano Albiero, and Thomas Streubel. The celebration featured speeches, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, an office tour and a gathering to mark the occasion.
ResinTech appoints Kevin Osborn as residential sales manager
ResinTech has appointed Kevin Osborn as residential sales manager for the United States market. In his role, Osborn will lead the residential sales team in expanding ResinTech’s presence across the U.S., focusing on the company’s premium resin and filtration products for residential applications. Osborn brings 24 years’ industry experience to the position, most recently serving as regional sales manager for the northeast at A.O. Smith North American Water for 12 years.
INDCO celebrates 50 years of industrial mixing
INDCO is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a provider of mixing system solutions, specializing in batch sizes up to 50,000 gallons. The company, founded in 1975 as a producer of portable industrial mixers for the paint and coatings industry, is headquartered in New Albany, Indiana. Charles E. Broadus, a former chemical engineer for DuPont, created his first mixer product line to sell to his former employer. Once established, he branched out and expanded to serve the broader paint and coatings industry.
Hawkins acquires WaterSurplus
WaterSurplus announced that the assets of Surplus Management, doing business as WaterSurplus, have been acquired by Hawkins. Founded in 1989, WaterSurplus provides sustainable water treatment solutions across industries throughout the United States and internationally. The company’s offerings include membrane separation and certified NSF/ANSI 61 media filtration systems, engineering and design services, custom turnkey equipment, rapid-response PFAS removal solutions, a diverse rental fleet and surplus equipment sales.
Asahi/America introduces new district sales manager
Asahi/America has added Chris Cain to its outside sales team as district sales manager. Cain joined Asahi/America in February as district sales manager for the southeastern sales region of Florida and Georgia. He brings over 25 years’ experience to his new role where he will be responsible for supporting distributors and customers within his territory, offering product recommendations, support and project assistance.
John Kharsa to succeed Randy Brown at FCI
John Kharsa was appointed general manager of Fluid Components International by DwyerOmega, succeeding Randy Brown, who is retiring after 22 years of service in multiple leadership roles, most recently as FCI’s president. In his new role, Kharsa assumes full operational responsibility for FCI’s industrial process, nuclear power and aerospace business units. His oversight includes products and services, engineering, manufacturing, sales and marketing, quality and profitability. Kharsa will report directly to DwyerOmega President Naoto Mizuta as part of DwyerOmega’s transition to a function-based organizational structure.
