Partnership Announced to Develop Nuclear Propulsion for Space Power
Design

Partnership Announced to Develop Nuclear Propulsion for Space Power

SpaceNukes is positioned for SPAR as the only US company experienced designing, building and testing a new reactor concept in the past 50 years.

Vertical Well Depth Record Set for Shale Gas
Applications

Vertical Well Depth Record Set for Shale Gas

China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec) announces breakthrough.

Universal Robots Introduces Fastest Ever Cobot
Manufacturing

Universal Robots Introduces Fastest Ever Cobot

The UR15 boasts unparalleled motion capability enabling increased productivity and reduced costs across applications and industries.  
#automation

NEWS

High-Temperature Incineration Proves Reliable Solution for PFAS Elimination

First-of-their-kind tests evaluated thermal treatment of AFFF fire fighting foam, PFAS-contaminated soil and spent carbon water treatment media.  

Optimizing Actuator Performance in Harsh Mining Environments

How to overcome maintenance challenges and improve precision control in flotation applications for better performance and increased profitability.  

NEWS

Sunoco LP to Acquire Parkland Corporation

Transaction is valued at $9.1 billion.

Control Valve and Pressure Relief Valve technology

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Siemens Introduces AI Agents for Industrial Automation

Siemens Introduces AI Agents for Industrial Automation

Launching at Automate 2025, the AI agents enhance the company’s existing offerings.
#controls #automation

The Evolution of Valve Automation for Emergency Shutdowns

The Evolution of Valve Automation for Emergency Shutdowns

Valve failures happen, but having a well-planned and tested emergency shutdown system can limit lost time and expenses.
#controls #automation #solenoids

Strength Through Community and Collaboration

Strength Through Community and Collaboration

In the last issue, I reflected on the importance of agility in today’s business environment.
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Welcome to the Spring 2025 issue of Valve.

Manufacturing

Purpose Built Forged Parts Optimized for End Use

Experienced forging suppliers prioritize end use of the part from the early stages of the process to ensure quality, performance and safety in critical applications.

NEWS

North Island Drilling Project Begins in Vancouver

The program covers a 4.3-mile area.

Control Valve and Pressure Relief Valve technology

VMA MEMBER NEWS

Strength Through Community and Collaboration

Strength Through Community and Collaboration

In the last issue, I reflected on the importance of agility in today’s business environment.
#VMAnews

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VMA Works to Protect Member Interests with Capitol Hill Visits

VMA Works to Protect Member Interests with Capitol Hill Visits

Topics discussed include tax issues, PFAS regulations and consistency in trade policies.  
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VRC Welcomes Scallon Controls

VRC Welcomes Scallon Controls

The VRC welcomes Scallon Controls as a member!
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Register Now for Valve Repair Seminar

Register Now for Valve Repair Seminar

Sharpen your skills, learn from industry leaders and connect with peers at event in Pasadena, Texas.
#VMAnews #maintenance-repair

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Industry News

Industry News

Industry news and updates; acquisitions; projects.

Latest Launches

Latest Launches

Flowserve Launches Sealless Pump with Secondary Containment The Innomag TB-Mag Dual-Drive Pump is a magnetic drive pump that is double hermetically sealed and features a secondary independent containment system to reduce impact from failures.
#controls

New MSS Standards Published Recently
Technical

New MSS Standards Published Recently

The three new standards are available on the MSS website.
#standards

NEWS

VMA Works to Protect Member Interests with Capitol Hill Visits

Topics discussed include tax issues, PFAS regulations and consistency in trade policies.  

NEWS

VRC Welcomes Scallon Controls

The VRC welcomes Scallon Controls as a member!

NEWS

Latest GDP Report Shows Mixed Messages

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

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Design

3D Printed Inconel Sleeve Protects Critical Valves from Thermal Shock

Valve manufacturer Velan has developed a double-walled sleeve using lattices as thermal insulation to protect critical severe service valves from thermal shock and stress.

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Optimizing Actuator Performance in Harsh Mining Environments

How to overcome maintenance challenges and improve precision control in flotation applications for better performance and increased profitability.  
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Understanding Metallurgy for Valve Applications

Understanding Metallurgy for Valve Applications

Materials should always be part of the consideration for optimal performance.
#materials #basics

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The Eccentric Plug Valve

The Eccentric Plug Valve

The first non-lubricated eccentric plug valve was developed in the late 1920s, designed to solve the issue of pitch buildup in paper mill valves.  
#basics #water-wastewater #knowyourvalves

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Solenoid Valves: Direct-Acting Versus Pilot-Operated

During a recent training session with VMA members, one of the most frequently asked questions I get from people came up: What’s the difference between direct-acting and pilot-operated solenoid valves (SOV), and how do we choose between them?
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