Fully Functioning Single-Phase Solar Project Operating in Texas

Fully Functioning Single-Phase Solar Project Operating in Texas

Vesper Energy’s Hornet Solar is one of the largest installations in the U.S.

New Sensor Offers More Metrics and Data

New Sensor Offers More Metrics and Data

The new F.Core flow sensor from Norstat offers flow measurement, temperature, pressure and energy consumption – offering up a wide range of applications for machines, systems and compressed air applications.

Emerson Announces Newest Updates to DeltaV

Emerson Announces Newest Updates to DeltaV

New capabilities help users collaborate across the enterprise for better business outcomes.
#controls #automation

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New Tariffs Announced Impact Valve Industry

Some tariffs will be as high as 49% on specific countries.

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Changes in Leadership at Exxon Mobil Corporation Announced

Karen T. McKee, president of ExxonMobil Product Solutions and vice president of ExxonMobil is retiring; Matt Crocker appointed her successor.  

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Westinghouse and Chemetics Inc. Sign MoU to Support New-Build Projects

The agreement covers projects in Canada and globally.  

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Executive Leadership Changes at Victaulic

Executive Leadership Changes at Victaulic

Retirement of EVP and CRO leads to new appointment as EVP of sales.

DoD-Funded Project Announced to Eliminate "Forever Chemicals"

DoD-Funded Project Announced to Eliminate "Forever Chemicals"

The program aims to destroy “forever chemicals.”  
#water-wastewater

Glenfarne Becomes Majority Owner of Alaska LNG

Glenfarne Becomes Majority Owner of Alaska LNG

Alaska LNG is the sole federally permitted LNG export project on the U.S. Pacific coast.  

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Ecovyst Acquires Sulfuric Acid Operations from Cornerstone

The Ecoservices segment of Ecovyst is a provider of virgin sulfuric acid and sulfuric acid regeneration services. 

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Major Global Companies Pledge Support to Triple Nuclear Energy

Companies meeting at CERAWeek in Houston, Texas, are joining forces to launch a cross-sector pledge to emphasize the importance of nuclear.  

Sealless, Magnetic Drive Pump Launched by Flowserve

Innomag TB-Mag Dual Drive Pump is double hermetically sealed and features a secondary containment system to reduce impact from failure.  

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VMA MEMBER NEWS

Upcoming Webinars from VMA

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

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

How VMA empowers members and the industry by informing and educating.
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VMA News

VMA News

VMA Board of Directors Announced; VMA William Sandler Scholarship Applications Open; RE Mason joins VRC; VMA Provides PFAS Guidance; Hydrogen + Energy Valve Summit and Valve Forum Registration Open
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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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New Dust Collection Monitoring and Control from Emerson

New Dust Collection Monitoring and Control from Emerson

Products combine in intelligent dust collector automation solution with advanced diagnostics and floor-to-cloud connectivity.
#maintenance-repair #iiot #automation

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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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Chemours and Energy Fuels Forming Strategic Alliance for U.S. Critical Minerals

Chemours and Energy Fuels Forming Strategic Alliance for U.S. Critical Minerals

Source: Chemours The need for critical and rare earth minerals continues to grow globally.

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EPA Methane Emissions Fee Likely Overturned with Resolution

Congress voted to overturn the rule that was enacted in 2024 as part of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.

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Curtiss-Wright Awarded Contracts from TerraPower for Natrium Plant

The contracts are to design and supply plan simulation and digital control solutions.

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Approval Granted to New Emissions Monitoring Technology

New tools give operators methane management tools that are easy to implement.

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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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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.  
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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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Case Study: Sizing of Tailings Tank Level Control Valves in Mining Applications

Case Study: Sizing of Tailings Tank Level Control Valves in Mining Applications

A comprehensive engineering approach is needed to ensure valves are properly designed to handle  abrasive services such as mining applications.
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Valve Basics: Plastic Valves

Valve Basics: Plastic Valves

Polymer materials of construction expand capabilities of valves for specific applications.
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