Smarter Batch Automation Now Available for Valmet DNAe DCS

Smarter Batch Automation Now Available for Valmet DNAe DCS

The latest version is fully integrated into Valmet DNAe and Valmet D3 automation soutions.
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VMA Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

VMA Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

Scholarships are awarded to VMA member company dependents studying engineering or manufacturing.
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Emerson Releases ValveLink Pro Software
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Emerson Releases ValveLink Pro Software

Comprehensive diagnostic capabilities quickly diagnose issues and maximize uptime.
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IMI to Supply Specialty Filtration Equipment for C EPR reactor

The order is for the Sizewell C nuclear power plant in Suffolk, England.

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MSS Publishes Errata Sheet for MSS SP-160-2024

The standard relates to valves for hydrogen fluoride alkylation service.

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NRC Announces Reorganization to Support Efficiency and Innovation

The agency will be organized under new reactors, operating reactors and nuclear materials and waste.

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Senior leaders from Nordion, PSEG and Westinghouse attend signing ceremony.
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VMA's Valve Basics Seminar and Valve Forum Programs Announced

VMA's Valve Basics Seminar and Valve Forum Programs Announced

The Valve Forum: Conference & Exhibits is the most dynamic gathering for professionals across the entire valve industry value chain.
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Bill Sandler, Longest Serving VMA Employee, Has Died

Bill Sandler, Longest Serving VMA Employee, Has Died

Sandler spent more than 40 years and was President of the association when he retired in 2019.
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Federal Reserve Bank Webinar Highlights Workforce Needs for Reshoring

The free webinar features speakers from workforce organizations, the Federal Reserve and educational speakers.

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Exhibits and Sponsorships Still Available for Valve Forum

The event, April 13-15, is taking place in Greater Houston and draws attendees from all over the U.S. and Canada.

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DOE Realigns Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation Programs

Effective immediately, CMEI will be divided into three pillars, each of which will be led by a corresponding Deputy Assistant Secretary.

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VMA Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

VMA Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

Scholarships are awarded to VMA member company dependents studying engineering or manufacturing.
#VMAnews

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Exhibits and Sponsorships Still Available for Valve Forum

The event, April 13-15, is taking place in Greater Houston and draws attendees from all over the U.S. and Canada.
#VMAnews

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VMA's Valve Basics Seminar and Valve Forum Programs Announced

VMA's Valve Basics Seminar and Valve Forum Programs Announced

The Valve Forum: Conference & Exhibits is the most dynamic gathering for professionals across the entire valve industry value chain.
#VMAnews #basics

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Bill Sandler, Longest Serving VMA Employee, Has Died

Bill Sandler, Longest Serving VMA Employee, Has Died

Sandler spent more than 40 years and was President of the association when he retired in 2019.
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Emerson Named IIOT Company of the Year

Emerson Named IIOT Company of the Year

Source: Emerson Emerson today announced it has been named the “2026 Industrial IoT Company of the Year” in the 10th annual IoT Breakthrough Awards.
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First HALEU Feedstock Delivered to Standard Nuclear

First HALEU Feedstock Delivered to Standard Nuclear

First load to be used in reactor at Idaho National Laboratory.

Jabil Acquires Hanley Energy Group to Support Data Center Power Management

Jabil Acquires Hanley Energy Group to Support Data Center Power Management

Hanley Energy Group’s system and energy optimization expertise will help expand Jabil’s rack-level data center infrastructure capabilities.  

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PFAS Advocacy Continues

VMA submits comments to EPA and joins coalition letter on New Mexico PFAS labeling.

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Snowflake Launches Energy Solutions for the AI Data Cloud

30+ new partner solutions help unify IT, OT, and business data — powering predictive maintenance, grid optimization, and emissions reduction for a more reliable and lower-carbon future. 

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Velan Holding to Sell Entire Holdings to Birch Hill Equity

The sales transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026.

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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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