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A Reference Manual on Elastomers

A Reference Manual on Elastomers

The history and general application of elastomers in pipes, valves and fittings is the subject of the Manual of Practice developed by the American Water Works Association (AWWA).

General Thought Leadership Water/wastewater

March 23, 2021

Gas and Liquid Valves for Medical Devices

Gas and Liquid Valves for Medical Devices

Gas and liquid valves are used throughout the medical device industry, in major part due to their automated functions, along with their excellent reliability and long life.

General

March 23, 2021

Isolation Valves for High-solids Severe Service

Isolation Valves for High-solids Severe Service

Understanding suspended solids and their effect on equipment is critical in choosing isolation valves for slurry service.

Automation General MRO

March 9, 2021

Ransomware Threatens Industrial Control Systems

Ransomware Threatens Industrial Control Systems

Manufacturing, process industries and utilities rely on industrial control systems (ICSs) to function and maintain product quality and safety.

Thought Leadership

February 25, 2021

Practical Steps for Transferring Knowledge

Practical Steps for Transferring Knowledge

Using three fast-learning knowledge transfer techniques will help multiple generations in the workforce learn from each other.

Thought Leadership

February 24, 2021

Where Valves Are Used: Everywhere!

Where Valves Are Used: Everywhere!

Learn about the many industries in which valves play critical roles in this comprehensive article that was first published in 2017.

General Thought Leadership

February 10, 2021

Nuclear: A Partner in the Quest for Clean and Sustainable Energy

Nuclear: A Partner in the Quest for Clean and Sustainable Energy

The nation’s nuclear energy industry has deep roots that have always been focused on reliability and safety.

Controls General Sustainability

February 9, 2021

The Strong and Growing Biopharmaceutical Market

The Strong and Growing Biopharmaceutical Market

Thousands have been involved in the rapid development of COVID-19 vaccines—among them, valve and control manufacturers.

General Thought Leadership

January 27, 2021

Standards for Actuator/Gearbox Flanges

Standards for Actuator/Gearbox Flanges

“Many variations in valve and actuator dimensions and characteristics have come into play especially now that we have worldwide vendors,” said Paul Souza, training manager at AUMA Actuators in a presentation at the Valve Manufacturers Association Virtual Valve Forum in November 2020.

Actuators General Quality/Compliance Valve Basics

January 27, 2021

Small Business Optimism Declined in December

Small Business Optimism Declined in December

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index declined to 95.9 in December, down 5.5. points from November.

Leadership Manufacturing

January 19, 2021

Remote Auditing and Inspection of Control Valves Prior to Shipment

Remote Auditing and Inspection of Control Valves Prior to Shipment

With the coronavirus pandemic, travel has become awkward and possibly dangerous, requiring COVID testing and/or quarantine when passing from one country, or even from one state, to another.

General

January 13, 2021

Practical Steps for Retaining Expertise

Practical Steps for Retaining Expertise

Losing the skills of experienced, trained engineers has always challenged original equipment manufacturers.

General Thought Leadership Valve Basics

January 12, 2021

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