Q: Our piping specification requires that duplex stainless-steel castings be supplied per ASTM A890.
April 16, 2008
Q: Why does the valve supplier refuse to accept my claim that its material is out of specification based on my PMI analysis?
April 16, 2008
Q: I've seen references to a new NACE standard, MR0103.
April 16, 2008
Q: I've heard there are major changes to the 2003 revision of NACE MR0175.
April 16, 2008
Manufacturers of mechanical seals today are constantly working to engineer longer-lasting, safer, easier-to-use and lower-emission seals for the benefit of seal users, the products they produce and the environment.
April 15, 2008
The "live loading" of valve packing has been the topic of many articles and papers over the past few years.
April 15, 2008
At a recent sales meeting in California, I was surprised to discover the lack of awareness regarding linear valve actuators.
April 15, 2008
Expansion of oil and gas production into remote and inhospitable areas of the world challenges actuator manufacturers to produce rugged, reliable and often specialized products to meet the pipeline industry’s needs.
April 13, 2008
Oil and natural gas operators can help reduce methane and other emissions—and increase revenue—by replacing traditional pneumatic devices with energy-responsible pneumatic pressure and level control devices.
April 13, 2008
Yes, we are making strides toward developing alternative, cleaner energy sources such as wind, biomass and hydrogen technologies… but many in the industry believe coal gasification and nuclear power are the ‘real’ keys to reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
April 13, 2008
The graying of America—and the less-than-sexy appeal of a career in manufacturing and industrial settings—means an ever-increasing shortfall of experienced engineers and technicians.
April 13, 2008
One of the best-received presentations at the Valve Manufacturers Association annual meeting held last October in Naples, FL, was a panel discussion that explored the changing relationships within the industry's supply chain.
April 13, 2008
