Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute: Big Gains in Perceptions of U.S. Manufacturing as Innovative, Critical and High Tech
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
“The pandemic has raised awareness of the essential role of manufacturing in our lives. We are now at a watershed moment when a new wave of workers is needed to further advance our use of technology and maintain U.S. economic competitiveness. This industry is critical to bolstering our economy long term,” said Paul Wellener, vice chair and U.S. industrial products and construction leader, Deloitte LLP.
Crane Co. Board Approves Plan to Separate into Two Companies
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Upon completion, Crane Co.’s shareholders will benefit from ownership in two focused and simplified businesses that are both leaders in their respective industries and well-positioned for continued success.
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2013 Fertilizer Explosion in West, TX Still Serves as a Reminder for Safety Concerns
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Many of the points included in a 2016 report illuminate issues that still afflict chemical plants today.
Curtiss-Wright is First-time Recipient of Specific ASME Certification
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The company is the first organization to obtain this certification that allows it to design and fabricate metallic components for use in construction of high temperature reactors and their supporting systems, including advanced reactor and small module reactor designs.
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ESG-driven Innovation in the Chemical Industry
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Because they are essential participants in the manufacturing value chain, chemical companies that prepare early to comply with more rigorous environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards will build an advantage.
Flowserve Announces Partnership With Gradiant to Accelerate Growth in the Water Technology Market
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
In partnering with Gradiant, Flowserve not only strengthens its commitment and offerings to the water market, but it also supports the company’s sustainable development goals.
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Wolseley Industrial Becomes Ferguson Industrial
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Since the formation of Wolseley Industrial Group, the company has been powered by Ferguson. In line with that legacy, the company will now be known as Ferguson Industrial.
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Ferguson Industrial Acquires AP Supply Chain Co.
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The acquisition allows for geographic expansion into areas of Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas where Ferguson does not currently have a brick-and-mortar location.
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Baker Hughes Collaborates With C3 AI, Accenture and Microsoft on Industrial Asset Management Solutions
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The companies will also explore collaborating on solutions that help achieve net zero carbon emissions and decarbonize energy and industrial sectors, including emissions management.
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Neles Introduces a Renewed Nelprof Selection Tool for Automated Process Valves
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The valve-sizing and selection software for all intelligent automated process valves is now available.
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VMA MEMBER NEWS
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
Topics discussed include tax issues, PFAS regulations and consistency in trade policies.
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Meet the Chairman: Kirk Wilson
Wilson tells us about his goals for his tenure as chairman and what he thinks the biggest challenges and opportunities valve manufacturers and the industry are facing today.
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