Thought Leadership

Solenoid Valves: Direct-Acting Versus Pilot-Operated
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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?

General Thought Leadership Valve Basics Valves

October 31, 2024

Connection, Learning and Innovation: The Power of Industry Events
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Connection, Learning and Innovation: The Power of Industry Events

Industry events help us learn, connect and grow and everyone should try to be more involved.

Automation Thought Leadership

October 30, 2024

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Infrastructure Project Growth Expected to Continue

Speakers at the recent Market Outlook Workshop conducted by VMA and HI have mixed predictions across industry sectors.

General Sustainability Thought Leadership Water/wastewater

October 29, 2024

Gratitude and Recognition for All Involved
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Gratitude and Recognition for All Involved

Celebrating achievements, industry Support and future growth

Thought Leadership

October 28, 2024

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Industry Profile: Phil Mahoney

Valve Magazine talks with Phil Mahoney of A. W. Chesterton Company about his industry experience and what he does for fun.

Thought Leadership

October 25, 2024

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Latest Launches

Real-time valve monitoring; high-pressure severe service check valve; wireless 8-channel transmitter.

Controls Thought Leadership Valves

October 25, 2024

Standards Spotlight: The National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors
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Standards Spotlight: The National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors

The National Board Inspection Code is a flagship publication produced by NBBI. This internationally recognized standard governs and maintains rules for pressure equipment.

Automation Quality/Compliance Thought Leadership Valves

October 24, 2024

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Industry Profile: Maria Aguirre

Maria Aguirre is a former member of the Valve editorial advisory board.

Thought Leadership

August 6, 2024

Perspectives: A Thank You to Valves
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Perspectives: A Thank You to Valves

I recently heard a radio story that the “Potomac River Tunnel Project” run by DC Water had broken ground.

Thought Leadership

August 1, 2024

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Moving from Fossil Fuels to a Hydrogen Economy

Manufacturers, standards organizations and industry are collaborating to accelerate hydrogen as a replacement fuel to power our grid and our economy.

General Oil & gas Renewables Sustainability Thought Leadership

August 1, 2024

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Ready for Life Cycle Assessment?

Suppliers are increasingly being asked to report data related to carbon footprint and environmental impact. The requirements are likely to spread through the supply chain. Here is an introduction to life cycle assessment (LCA).

General Supply Chain Sustainability Thought Leadership

July 31, 2024

Standards Spotlight: AWWA
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Standards Spotlight: AWWA

The American Water Works Association, or AWWA, was founded more than 140 years ago making it the oldest organization of water professionals globally.

Quality/Compliance Thought Leadership Water/wastewater

July 31, 2024

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