Manufacturing Technology Orders Highest in Two Decades for First Two Months of 2022
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
However, several headwinds stand in the way of growth, most notably inflation. Persistent inflation, exacerbated by geopolitical events, threatens to undermine the base of consumer demand that has supported the manufacturing technology industry the last twelve months.
Clean Steam Generator for Food and Beverage Eliminates Risks of Using Plant Steam
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The new Clean Steam Generator (CSG-FB) for Food and Beverage is used to deliver food-quality steam, specifically for direct injection processes within the food and beverage industry sector.
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Cleco Planning $900M Carbon Capture Project at Central Louisiana Electric Plant
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
“Cleco’s Diamond Vault project positions both the company and the region for new leadership roles in the emerging green energy economy,” Louisiana Central president and CEO Jim Clinton said.
Admiral Valve LLC dba CPV Manufacturing Launches the Next Generation of Ergonomic Handles
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The next generation of handles provide less hand discomfort and easy operation to workers who maintain CPV valves on a regular basis.
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NIST MEP Helps Manufacturers Respond to the Pandemic and Thrive Despite It
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
MEP Centers in every state are helping companies in new and different ways that include helping protect their workforce during the pandemic, finding sources of capital, stabilizing their supply chains and protecting manufacturers from cybersecurity threats.
ITT Donates $100,000 to CARE to Support Ukrainian Refugees
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
In addition to its $100,000 company donation, ITT has also launched a special 1:1 employee matching gift program where it will match the total contributions ITT employees make to CARE in 2022 up to $50,000.
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ITT Acquires Habonim, a Leading Provider of Industrial Valves and Actuators
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
ITT Inc. announced on April 4, 2022, that it has acquired privately held Habonim for $140 million in an all-cash transaction.
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Hunt Valve Awarded $2M Contract by Newport News Shipbuilding for Ford Class Carrier Essential Parts
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
“In light of the post-pandemic supply chain challenges and uncertainty about the war in Ukraine, NNS is being extremely prudent by stocking the parts necessary,” said FMD CEO George Whittier.
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Canadian Provinces Release Strategic Plan to Develop and Deploy Small Nuclear Reactors
By: Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Leading organizations like the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and the IEA agree that technology and innovation can be a catalyst in the transition to a lower-carbon economy.
PHMSA Announces Requirements for Pipeline Shutoff Valves to Strengthen Safety, Reduce Emissions
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
“More than a decade in the making, this new rule requires the installation of modern technology to mitigate the impacts of pipeline failures on people, first responders and our environment,” said PHMSA Deputy Administrator Tristan Brown.
VMA Member News
Meet the Chairman: Rob Velan
Velan shares his background and talks about his future goals for the coming year as Chairman of the Board of Directors of VMA.
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Reflecting on 2025 and Charting a Strong Path Forward
One of my favorite times of year for VMA is the Annual Membership Meeting.
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Standards Spotlight: American Foundry Society
With the impacts of U.S. policy on reshoring manufacturing and tariffs, Ben Yates, VP of business development for American Foundry Society, recently spoke at the 2025 VMA Annual Meeting to provide an overview of the foundry industry in the U.S. and discuss the opportunities and trends.
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