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Kaj Väätäjä Appointed as New CEO of Halton Group August 19, 2026 Long-standing CEO of Halton Group, Kai Konola, has decided to step down at the beginning of November 2026. Kaj Väätäjä, President, HydronicS Division at Danfoss A/S has been appointed as his successor and will become Halton’s new CEO. “Our focus is on executing our global growth strategy, Beyond 500. Kaj Väätäjä brings broad experience from demanding executive roles in global technology and…

Halton Selected to Support Sizewell C Nuclear Power Station Project Lahti, Finland and Ebbw Vale, Wales – Halton Wales, part of Halton Group, a global technology leader in demanding indoor environments, has been awarded a major contract to supply specialist high-integrity HVAC dampers for the Sizewell C nuclear power station project in the United Kingdom.…

From zero leakage to maximum safety: Dampers for small-scale nuclear plants Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are the nuclear industry’s next growth market. To ensure the safety of this promising power technology, reliable HVAC dampers are imperative. Halton, a market leader in large-scale nuclear projects, sees a significant opportunity. The nuclear power industry is entering a…

Halton Group Bolsters Executive Team with Two Strategic Appointments New Executive Vice Presidents appointed to lead Halton’s Foodservice and Marine, Energy, and Infrastructure strategic business areas as the company accelerates its global growth strategy. Sami Piirainen and Shuresh Maran are stepping into their new roles as of 1st of January, 2026. Sami Piirainen has been appointed…

Halton Wales has now moved to Ebbw Vale – A New Chapter in Growth and Sustainability Halton Wales has officially relocated from Pontypool to a new, larger facility in Ebbw Vale, Wales. The move reflects Halton’s continued growth and its long-term commitment to both local and global industry through enhanced capacity, innovation, and sustainability. The…

Halton Group accelerates climate action by committing to set science-based targets Halton, a global technology leader in demanding indoor air solutions commits to set a near-term science-based target as well as a net zero target aligned with the requirements of the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Halton’s commitment includes reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2…

Halton Wales Achieves Prestigious ISO 19443 Nuclear Safety Standard Halton Wales is proud to announce that it has successfully attained the ISO 19443 certification, a globally recognized standard for quality management systems specific to the nuclear sector. This significant achievement underscores Halton Wales’ commitment to excellence in nuclear safety and quality, positioning the organization at…

How to convince a customer: test your product a million times Tunnel dampers must be custom-made to the millimeter to fit any layout. Brutal testing in 400–1000 degrees Celsius ensures reliable operation. When it comes to budget, transportation cost of heavy-duty tunnel dampers can be a surprise – pleasant or unpleasant! Ensuring fire safety is…

Our name has officially changed As of September 30, 2024, Flamgard Engineering Ltd is now known as Halton Wales (MEI) Ltd, retaining the same company number.If you have any queries regarding this please get in touch with the office.