VALVE Magazine Spring 2023 ISSUE

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Erosive Pulp & Paper Systems Require Proper Valve Selection
As new recycled paper plants are being built for the first time in decades, not only do paper companies have opportunities to grow revenue but so do service suppliers such as valve companies.
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FEATURES
ApplicationsAchieving Sustainability Goals Through Efficient Valve Technology
From low-power valves to cloud devices, smart valve technologies are a critical part of net-zero strategies that can help reduce energy use and industrial emissions.
Insights
The Four OT Cybersecurity Threats to Focus on in 2023
The premise that information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) environments, and the industrial internet of things (IIoT) overall, are converging is nothing new to professionals in the cybersecurity world.Technical
Updated Piping Codes and Valve Standards
As with every intended use for valves, piping carries its own set of standards that valve companies and users need to understand.
Applications
Zero-Emissions, High-Power Demand Actuators in Off-Grid Locations
Alternatives to using process gas and electrically powered actuators are available.COLUMNS
InsightsSustainability, Security and Standards for Our Industry
This spring, VMA convened members, nonmembers and the entire value chain in San Antonio at the VMA Valve Forum: Conference and Exhibits.ARTICLES
Victaulic Acquires Horizon Metals Inc.
The newly added foundry will enhance the company’s infrastructure growth.Management Buyout of Cowan Dynamics Complete
Phased-in transaction began years ago and just wrapped up.Industry Capsules
News from the IndustryInsights
VMA News
Valve Manufacturers Association NewsVMA Welcomes Cadenas PartSolutions LLC
Company offers libraries of manufacturer’s products to download 3D models into user design files in whatever CAD or BIM system that they are working with.Applications
Emerson Selected to Automate Golden Triangle Polymers Facility
One of the world’s largest ethane crackers will leverage the Plantweb digital ecosystem to optimize operations, mitigate emissions.
Flowserve and Hydrogen Optimized Announce Green Hydrogen Partnership
The companies have entered a memorandum of understanding to advance hydrogen production.Design
Emerson Introduces Flushing Ring with Valve-Integrated Design
Rosemount 319 Flushing Ring with valve-integrated design suitable for a wide range of differential pressure applications.Manufacturing
Flowserve Announces Collaboration with Clariter, Recycling Plastic Waste into Green Products
Strategic partnership will include supplying pumps, valves, seals and aftermarket support to plants.Kitz Corporation of America Announces New President
Jim Walther to step down as president and become chairman after 36 years with KCA; Mike Chamberlain named president.Manufacturing
Victaulic Promotes Gary Moore to Executive VP and CRO
Moore began his career in sales and has progressed to his new role.Gilmore Celebrates 60-Year Anniversary
Company makes products for essential infrastructure in energy and industrial markets.Design
Flowserve Introduces Reduced Port Flanged Ball Valves
The Worcester 51/52 have been re-engineered for global availability by standardizing design, materials, construction and product certifications.Emerson Launches New ASCO Aluminum Filter Regulators
Able to handle the highest flow rates in their class, the regulators provide precise pressure regulation in downstream instruments.Applications
Digital Automation Technologies from Emerson Play Key Role in QatarEnergy and Chevron Phillips Chemical project
The Ras Laffan Petrochemical Complex is a $6 billion integrated polymers project, a joint venture between QatarEnergy and Chevron Phillips Chemical.Conval Appoints Scott Allard as President
Valve manufacturer’s new president has deep experience in flow control industry.Flowserve Launches Bluetooth Actuator App
FlowSync offers smarter and safer actuator setup, commissioning and operation.Aspen Technology Introduces Emissions Management Solution to Accelerate Customer Sustainability Initiatives
Advances carbon emission reduction efforts with comprehensive decision support capability.Manufacturing