Endress+Hauser launches partner program
Endress+Hauser has launched the Open Integration partner program to promote the cooperation between providers of industrial automation systems and fieldbus communication. Eight companies have already joined the program: AUMA Riester, HIMA Paul Hildebrandt, Honeywell Process Solutions, Mitsubishi Electric, Pepperl+Fuchs, Rockwell Automation, R. STAHL, and Schneider Electric.

Raven Lining Systems recognized
Raven Lining Systems and WT Energy Services, a certified applicator, were recently recognized as one of Water and Waste Digest’s Top Projects of 2015 for the work done to rehabilitate potable water storage tanks for the Town of Wilson, Oklahoma.

Freese and Nichols opens new office
Freese and Nichols has announced the opening of a new office at 6303 North Portland Avenue in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Franklin Electric unveils offerings for NGWA 2015 attendees
Franklin Electric, a manufacturer of complete pumping systems, is offering contractors and drillers an opportunity to sharpen their skills, along with new pumping-related solutions at the NGWA’s 2015 Groundwater Expo in booth 719 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. In addition to a variety of new products that will be on display, Franklin will offer short training sessions at its Hone Your Craft Expert Hub, focusing on solutions to questions commonly asked by water well professionals.

General Pipe Cleaners’ Hot-Shot earns award
The Hot-Shot pipe-thawing machine from General Pipe Cleaners was recently selected by Rental Magazine for the 2015 Editor’s Choice Award.

TRIC Tools CEO makes appearance on SiriusXM
John Rafferty, CEO and marketing director at TRIC Tools, appeared on SiriusXM Satellite Radio’s weekly program Bay Area Ventures on Nov. 23. Rafferty discussed the company’s history and product innovation with host Donald Landwirth.

LMK’s Hydro Hat withstands multiple patent reviews
Recent ruling of the Patent Trial and Appeal Board of the United States Patent and Trademark Office have no impact on the continued validity of the fundamental patent claims surrounding LMK Technologies' surrounding commercial embodiments for the Insignia Seal, the company said. Specifically, claims covering the Hydro Hat remain intact and valid following challenges to LMK’s patent claims made by BLD Services.

Envirosight expands offering of sewer inspection vehicles
Envirosight will expand its offering of Preferred Build-Out (PBOs) in 2016. The expanded offering includes the addition of a Ford Transit chassis option with a gas generator. Feature enhancements include expanding the capacity of wash-down tanks from 10 gallons to 18 gallons in most packages; installation of all generators with a dedicated battery; a full cork board wall above the operator’s desk; and custom shelving with tool holders above the equipment bay workbench.