Industry Profile: Chris Jones
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Industry Profile: Chris Jones

Source: Chris Jones Chris Jones is the Chair of the VRC Board of Directors.

Latest Launches

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Emerson’s BESS solution; Trillium Flow's rising stem ball valve; Alfa Laval launches AI-based condition monitoring solution.  
#controls #ball-butterfly-plug #gate-globe-check

Ameresco Announces Hydropower Project for Alaska Energy Resiliency

Ameresco Announces Hydropower Project for Alaska Energy Resiliency

The project will help transition local industries to 100% renewable base-load energy and connect remote communities to diversified energy sources.  

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Looking Back, Planning Forward

Navigating a new paradigm.

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Synderys and U.S. BESS Corp Announce Strategic Partnership

Companies form exclusive partnership to fortify battery energy storage systems across North America.  

NEWS

Westinghouse and Eclipse Automation Sign Agreement for Nuclear New-Build Projects

MOU supports deployment of AP1000 and AP300 technology in Canada and globally.  

Control Valve and Pressure Relief Valve technology

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Groth Corporation's 88E and 88F Valve Released

Groth Corporation's 88E and 88F Valve Released

Valves combine best-in-class flow rates with certified flame arresting protection in a compact design.  

Alfa Laval Launches AI-Based Condition Monitoring Solution

Alfa Laval Launches AI-Based Condition Monitoring Solution

Alfa Laval launched Clariot, a next-generation, AI-based condition monitoring solution, built for hygienic process equipment to deliver accurate analysis and support.
#components

IGS Energy Becomes One of Largest Energy Retailers in U.S. and Canada

IGS Energy Becomes One of Largest Energy Retailers in U.S. and Canada

The company recently combined with Just Energy and now serves nearly 7.5 million residential customers.  

NEWS

U.S. DOE Expands Research Coordination With Norway

The commitment is to collaborate on water power research and development with Norway’s Royal Ministry of Energy.  

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Parker Hannifin to Purchase Curtis Instruments from Rehlko

Rehlko, a global player in energy resilience, announced today that it has reached a definitive agreement to transition ownership of its Curtis Instruments business to Parker Hannifin Corporation, the motion and control technologies company, for approximately $1 billion in cash.

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First Shipment Departs LNG Canada Facility

The facility has the capacity to produce 14 mtpa of LNG, mostly for export.

Control Valve and Pressure Relief Valve technology

VMA Member News

Looking Back, Planning Forward

Navigating a new paradigm.
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VMA Advances Member Issues on Taxes,Tariffs and PFAS Regulation

VMA News updates
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Strength Through Community and Collaboration

Strength Through Community and Collaboration

In the last issue, I reflected on the importance of agility in today’s business environment.
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VMA Works to Protect Member Interests with Capitol Hill Visits

VMA Works to Protect Member Interests with Capitol Hill Visits

Topics discussed include tax issues, PFAS regulations and consistency in trade policies.  
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DNOW to Acquire MRC Global in All-Stock Transaction

DNOW to Acquire MRC Global in All-Stock Transaction

The combination of the two companies will create a broader geographic reach and a more diversified product line offering.  

Linde to Supply Industrial Gases to Louisiana Ammonia Facility

Linde to Supply Industrial Gases to Louisiana Ammonia Facility

The facility will be a world-class, low-carbon plant.

Rising Stem Ball Valve Added to Trillium's Red Point Line

Rising Stem Ball Valve Added to Trillium's Red Point Line

The new valve was designed to reduce friction on moving components and extend service life.  
#ball-butterfly-plug

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PSG Acquires IPP Pump Products GMBH

ipp’s products will expand Dover’s participation in a variety of industry sectors.  

Battery Energy and Asset Management Storage Software from Emerson

Ovation Green battery energy storage solutions streamline control and reliability while increasing flexibility and battery life.  

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Paper Mill Breaks Ground on Billion Dollar Expansion

Green Bay Packaging is investing in the Arkansas facility’s infrastructure and replacing key process components as part of the refurbishing and expansion of the plant.

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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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Optimizing Actuator Performance in Harsh Mining Environments

How to overcome maintenance challenges and improve precision control in flotation applications for better performance and increased profitability.  
#maintenance-repair #actuators #basics

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Understanding Metallurgy for Valve Applications

Understanding Metallurgy for Valve Applications

Materials should always be part of the consideration for optimal performance.
#materials #basics

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The Eccentric Plug Valve

The Eccentric Plug Valve

The first non-lubricated eccentric plug valve was developed in the late 1920s, designed to solve the issue of pitch buildup in paper mill valves.  
#basics #water-wastewater #knowyourvalves

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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?
#basics #solenoids

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