Report: Low-producing Oil, Gas Wells Make Up 50% of Methane Emissions
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The study underscores the importance of federal standards addressing pollution from smaller sites.
Ohio University Graduate Builds a Career in Valves After Completing his Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
“I didn’t want to be at a company where I was another number. I wanted to be a specialist, which is why I chose valves,” said Lowery.
ITT Honored by VETS Indexes as a 2022 Recognized Employer
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
In 2021, ITT launched its Veteran’s Resource Group to build and grow an inclusive veteran community across the company.
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Largest Wastewater Heat Recovery System in the United States Launches in Denver
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The new system will heat and cool buildings with recycled thermal energy from a nearby wastewater pipeline.
#water-wastewater
LyondellBasell Announces Plans to Exit Refining Business
By: Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
LyondellBasell announced on April 21 its decision to cease operation of its Houston refinery no later than Dec. 31, 2023.
U.S. Energy Secretary Says Oil, Gas Output Will Continue to Increase
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The administration expects domestic oil production will increase as well in coming months and help stabilize prices for crude and gasoline.
Gardner Intelligence: Business Index of 61.4 Reflects Expansion in New Orders and Production at Accelerated Rates
By: Jan Schafer, Director of Market Research
With the exceptions of exports and supplier deliveries, 2022 has been good for trends in manufacturing activity measured as part of GBI.
New Smart Valve Positioner Helps Increase Productivity, Reduce Maintenance
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Utilizing hall-effect sensors, the TopWorx PD Series detects valve position via contactless sensing — minimizing wear and reducing the risk of costly downtime.
#automation #actuators #VMAnews
Baker Hughes Acquires Mosaic Materials to Advance Next-Generation Carbon Dioxide Capture Technology
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Mosaic’s technology is the latest addition to Baker Hughes’ portfolio of carbon capture utilization and storage solutions, which includes post-combustion capture, compression, subsurface storage and long-term integrity and monitoring.
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Biden Launches $6B Effort to Save America's Distressed Nuclear Plants
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
A strong majority of states — about two-thirds — say nuclear, in one fashion or another, will help take the place of fossil fuels.
VMA Member News
Valve Forum Opens with Industry Leadership Perspective
The upcoming Valve Forum: Conference & Exhibits will open with a timely and wide-ranging discussion on the state of the industrial valve industry, as leaders from across the value chain convene for the General Session on Monday, April 13 at The Westin in The Woodlands, Texas.
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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
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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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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