In cooperation with several approval companies as well as the German DIN standards committee, NORMA is now developing general approval criteria in order to use pipe couplings on an international scale on dry fire extinguishing pipes for marine applications. This is an area which at the moment lacks some generally accepted and approved test criteria.

The Board of Directors of NORMA Group elected John Stephenson to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective September 14, 2009. John Stephenson will be placed in charge of the Operation division of NORMA Group.

The new NORMACONNECT RFP is a reliable flame protector for maximum safety up to 850°C according to latest IACS requirements and ISO 19921 regulations.

New housing design for a high clamping force, improved reliability and performance are just some few words to describe the New Generation ABA NOVA hose clamps that offers a reliable connection for a maximum safety.

Qingdao (China). With the opening of a new plant in Qingdao, NORMA Group expand their worldwide production capacity. The production in China includes hose clamps and plastic parts manufacturing.