INSIGHTS

Insights 5/2/2025

From the Editor

Welcome to the Spring 2025 issue of Valve.

Insights 4/30/2025

Latest GDP Report Shows Mixed Messages

Headline number was negative, but this was primarily driven by a large increase in imports.

Insights 4/28/2025

Meet the Chairman: Kirk Wilson

Wilson tells us about his goals for his tenure as chairman and what he thinks the biggest challenges and opportunities valve manufacturers and the industry are facing today.
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Insights 3/31/2025

Upcoming Webinars from VMA

Source: Getty Images The Valve Manufacturers Association (VMA) has announced a slate of upcoming webinars, some just for members and others open to the public.
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Insights 2/5/2025

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers

ASME was formed to help “the global engineering community develop solutions to real world challenges.” The nonprofit was founded in 1880 to enable collaborations, sharing of knowledge and skills across engineering and to promote engineering to the general public.

Insights 2/4/2025

Reflect, Plan and Pivot: VMA's Commitment to You

How VMA empowers members and the industry by informing and educating.
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Insights 2/4/2025

New Year and New Opportunities

Talk about coming in like a lion! 2025 is already posing great challenges and opportunities.

Insights 1/27/2025

VMA's Policy Agenda and President Trump's Priorities

Update from the VMA on recent Executive Orders signed by President Trump and their impact on the flow control industry.
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Insights 1/24/2025

Industry Profile: Stuart Prestridge

A personal profile of Stuart Prestridge from Setpoint Solutions, and long-serving member of the Valve Magazine editorial advisory board.
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Insights 1/22/2025

Reflections on Leadership: Lessons Learned in My Career

Giving your team autonomy and always listening and learning leads to strong teams and confident salespeople.

Insights 11/26/2024

Successful Conference on Fluoropolymer Restriction Impact on Flow Control Industry

VMA, the Hydraulic Institute and the Fluid Sealing Association collaborated as part of the Flow Control Coalition to bring together industry experts and stakeholders on this topic.
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Insights 10/30/2024