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Robots and Valves: A Good Match?

Robots and Valves: A Good Match?

While the science fiction image of robots conjures up visions of humanoid-like machines with arms, legs and a head, the reality is that most robots have no resemblance at all to humans.

Automation Manufacturing Thought Leadership

July 27, 2015

NAM Monday Economic Report – July 27, 2015

NAM Monday Economic Report – July 27, 2015

Just two weeks ago, the Greek debt drama overshadowed the plunge in the Shanghai stock market, but with Greece receiving a bailout (and staying in the Eurozone, at least for now), more attention is being paid to China’s decelerating growth.

Manufacturing Thought Leadership

July 27, 2015

The Current State of R&D in the Valve Industry

The Current State of R&D in the Valve Industry

As valve end-user industries become more complex and demanding, manufacturers and suppliers must develop and find better, more efficient products to do the work.

General Thought Leadership

July 21, 2015

The Industry Comes Together at the 2015 Valve World Americas Show

The Industry Comes Together at the 2015 Valve World Americas Show

The expo floor was filled with some 200 exhibitors representing many facets of the valve industry including manufacturers, suppliers and distributors.

Thought Leadership

July 20, 2015

NAM Monday Economic Report – July 20, 2015

NAM Monday Economic Report – July 20, 2015

In her semiannual congressional testimony last week, Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen noted recent progress in the U.S. economy, even as she observed lingering challenges with manufacturing output and weaker-than-desired levels of consumer and business spending.

Manufacturing Thought Leadership

July 20, 2015

From Cannon Balls to Pressure Seals: Graphite for Sealing

From Cannon Balls to Pressure Seals: Graphite for Sealing

Graphite has qualities that make it a great choice for certain applications in the manufacturing world.

General Valves

July 15, 2015

NAM Monday Economic Report – July 13, 2015

NAM Monday Economic Report – July 13, 2015

In the minutes for the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting June 16–17, Federal Reserve participants expressed some worry about economic challenges abroad, particularly in China and Greece.

Manufacturing Thought Leadership

July 13, 2015

Conflicting requirements in Section II and VIII materials specifications

Conflicting requirements in Section II and VIII materials specifications

Q: In two Materials Q&A columns back in Winter 2010 and Spring 2010, you discussed making flanges from forged bar, and in the Spring column you indicated that it would be interesting to submit an inquiry to ASME regarding the conflicting requirements in the Section II material specifications vs.

General Quality/Compliance Thought Leadership

July 7, 2015

New, Surplus, Repaired or Rebuilt?

New, Surplus, Repaired or Rebuilt?

If you’ve been around valves for a while, you’ve likely heard the term “new surplus,” plus a few other saltier descriptions for valves that are offered for sale.

MRO Thought Leadership

July 7, 2015

Training Is a Crucial Part of the Picture

Training Is a Crucial Part of the Picture

A swiftly growing fire erupts from a piece of malfunctioning equipment at a plant that has a reputation for reliable operations and very few workplace accidents.

Automation Leadership Thought Leadership Valve Basics Workforce Development

July 7, 2015

New CAD Modeling Tools for Pneumatic Components

New CAD Modeling Tools for Pneumatic Components

Experienced engineers know that not all supplier CAD tools or files are created equal.

General

July 6, 2015

NAM Monday Economic Report – July 6, 2015

NAM Monday Economic Report – July 6, 2015

Financial markets around the world have grappled with the debt uncertainties in Greece and, to a lesser extent, in Puerto Rico.

Manufacturing Thought Leadership

July 6, 2015

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