Rope, Steam & Sealing: The Basics of Valve Packing

Rope, Steam & Sealing: The Basics of Valve Packing

Mechanical packing may look simple, but it has a long history shaped by ships, steam engines, industrial growth and environmental responsibility.
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VMA Board Member Rachel Hollinger Promoted to COO at DeZURIK

VMA Board Member Rachel Hollinger Promoted to COO at DeZURIK

Hollinger’s promotion to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer is effective immediately.
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Market Outlook for the Valve and Flow Control Industry
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Market Outlook for the Valve and Flow Control Industry

The recent workshop highlighted key sectors and optimism seemed to prevail.
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

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New Methane Meter Captures Levels 4 and 5 Emissions

Bridger Photonics has expanded its capabilities to meet OGMP 2.0 framework.

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Quest Flow Controls Limited Invests in U.S. Company

The Indian manufacturer acquired 45% ownership of the Texas-based company.

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Valcor Engineering Adds Vibration Lab

Lab offers comprehensive and efficient testing capabilities, eliminating lead times of using external facilities.

Veir Successfully Demonstrates Superconducting Power for Data Centers
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Veir Successfully Demonstrates Superconducting Power for Data Centers

First-gen technology delivers 10x more power within compact footprint.

Competitions Launch for Solutions to Fouling and Corrosion
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Competitions Launch for Solutions to Fouling and Corrosion

Emerson and HeroX launch challenges to enhance reliability, accuracy and lifespan of flow measurement products.

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Flowserve Divests Legacy Asbestos Liabilities

At closing Flowserve will have no further financial exposure to the transferred liabilities.

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Financing Secured for 1.2 GW CCGT in Lee County, Texas

Bilateral financing helps facilities secure essential long leadtime equipment such as turbines.

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Trane Technologies Unveils Comprehensive Thermal Management Reference Design

The collaboration with NVIDIA will set new standards for performance, scalability and rapid deployment for AI data centers.  

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VMA Member News

VMA Board Member Rachel Hollinger Promoted to COO at DeZURIK

VMA Board Member Rachel Hollinger Promoted to COO at DeZURIK

Hollinger’s promotion to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer is effective immediately.
#VMAnews

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VMA Chairman Kirk Wilson Announces Retirement

VMA Chairman Kirk Wilson Announces Retirement

Alice DeBiasio named as successor and president of Flowserve’s Flow Control Division.
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Registration Now Open: 87th Annual VMA/VRC Meeting

Registration Now Open: 87th Annual VMA/VRC Meeting

Gather with top executives from across the industrial valve and flow control industry.
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VMA News

Awards, leadership roles and industry events are on the horizon for VMA members. Here’s how to get involved and help shape the future of the valve industry.
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UL Solutions Launches Certification for Industrial Products
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UL Solutions Launches Certification for Industrial Products

The new certification program for energy and industrial automation equipment helps manufacturers advance sustainability goals.

BWXT and Rolls Royce Sign MoU for SMR Development
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BWXT and Rolls Royce Sign MoU for SMR Development

The nuclear steam generator design conract supports future collaboration on the development of small modular reactor.

Continental Disc Announces Rupture Line Expansion
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Continental Disc Announces Rupture Line Expansion

Continental Disc Corporation, a global leader in rupture disc technology and pressure relief solutions, is excited to announce the expansion of its industry-leading APX rupture disc.
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New pressure transmitter provides real time control

The Rosemount 4051S pressure transmitter can eliminate the need for separate reporting devices such as PLCs.

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Chart Industries Shareholders Approve Sale to Baker Hughes

BH will acquire all outstanding shares of Chgart Industries equivalent to total enterprise value of $13.6 billion.

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E Tech Group Renames Recently Acquired Company

The acquisition of JSat Automation was finalized in May, and the company will now be known as E Tech Group.

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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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Rope, Steam & Sealing: The Basics of Valve Packing

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#basics #knowyourvalves

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