Fidelis and Babcock & Wilcox Join Forces to Process Coal into Low-Carbon Energy

Fidelis and Babcock & Wilcox Join Forces to Process Coal into Low-Carbon Energy

Source: Fidelis New Energy Source: Babcock & Wilcox Fidelis New Energy announced that the company and Babcock & Wilcox (B&W), through its wholly-owned Mountaineer C2H, LLC subsidiary, have joined forces for the development of B&W’s BrightLoop facility at the Mountaineer GigaSystem site in Mason County, West Virginia.

Emerson Extends North America Impact Partner Services

Emerson Extends North America Impact Partner Services

Emerson’s network of 18 locally accessible, Emerson-certified, strategic partners will service select measurement devices throughout North America.
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New Partnership to Deliver On-Site Clean Power for Data Centers

New Partnership to Deliver On-Site Clean Power for Data Centers

Modern Hydrogen and Mesa Solutions announced the partnership at POWERGEN in Houston.

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EPA Approval Granted to Replace Traditional Monitoring Technology

New tools give operators methane management tools that are easy to implement.

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EPRI Data Center and Grid Reliability Initiative Expands to Europe

The nonprofit explores how data centers can support the grid, and more.

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Participation Requested in Reshoring Survey

The Reshoring Initiative, in collaboration with Regions Recruiting, is interested in hearing from valve and flow control manufacturers for their latest survey.

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How Much Carbon Can 3D-Printed Valve Components Save?
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How Much Carbon Can 3D-Printed Valve Components Save?

Additive manufacturing is often assumed to be more sustainable than subtractive production but there has been relatively little evidence to support that claim — until now.  
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The Rise and Fall and Rise Again of Nuclear Power

As some countries have worked to phase it out for other sustainable renewables, others find it to be the most efficient and best choice for their systems.  
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Latest Launches

Latest Launches

High-precision positioner for industrial valves Source: ifm ifm’s MVQ positioner is used to move valves to the required position, based on a signal from the control level indicating the degree to which the valve is open in percentages.
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The American Society of Mechanical Engineers

ASME was formed to help “the global engineering community develop solutions to real world challenges.” The nonprofit was founded in 1880 to enable collaborations, sharing of knowledge and skills across engineering and to promote engineering to the general public.

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New Year and New Opportunities

Talk about coming in like a lion! 2025 is already posing great challenges and opportunities.

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Modern Hydrogen Enters Strategic Partnership with Puget Sound Energy

Companies team up on delivering cleaner, reliable energy and reducing emissions at their source.  

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Reflect, Plan and Pivot: VMA's Commitment to You

Reflect, Plan and Pivot: VMA's Commitment to You

How VMA empowers members and the industry by informing and educating.
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VMA Board of Directors Announced; VMA William Sandler Scholarship Applications Open; RE Mason joins VRC; VMA Provides PFAS Guidance; Hydrogen + Energy Valve Summit and Valve Forum Registration Open
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VMA's Policy Agenda and President Trump's Priorities

Update from the VMA on recent Executive Orders signed by President Trump and their impact on the flow control industry.  
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Successful Conference on Fluoropolymer Restriction Impact on Flow Control Industry

Successful Conference on Fluoropolymer Restriction Impact on Flow Control Industry

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VMA, the Hydraulic Institute and the Fluid Sealing Association collaborated as part of the Flow Control Coalition to bring together industry experts and stakeholders on this topic.  
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Industry news and updates; acquisitions; projects

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Reflect, Plan and Pivot: VMA's Commitment to You

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VMA Board of Directors Announced; VMA William Sandler Scholarship Applications Open; RE Mason joins VRC; VMA Provides PFAS Guidance; Hydrogen + Energy Valve Summit and Valve Forum Registration Open
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HVOF Coatings for Severe Service Valves

Chrome carbide is one coating that can be done during manufacturing or repairs that extends service life of valves and other flow control components.

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VMA's Policy Agenda and President Trump's Priorities

Update from the VMA on recent Executive Orders signed by President Trump and their impact on the flow control industry.  

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Industry Profile: Stuart Prestridge

A personal profile of Stuart Prestridge from Setpoint Solutions, and long-serving member of the Valve Magazine editorial advisory board.

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Additive Manufacturing Versus Cavitation

The design freedom possible with laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) metal 3D printing is making it faster and easier to produce complex anticavitation devices for valves.
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The Eccentric Plug Valve

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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?
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Case Study: Sizing of Tailings Tank Level Control Valves in Mining Applications

A comprehensive engineering approach is needed to ensure valves are properly designed to handle  abrasive services such as mining applications.
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Valve Basics: Plastic Valves

Polymer materials of construction expand capabilities of valves for specific applications.
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