IBM Reports Manufacturing as a Top Target for Ransomware Attacks
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
For the first time in five years, manufacturing outpaced finance and insurance in the number of cyberattacks levied against these industries, extending global supply chain woes.
Majority of Women in Manufacturing Recommend a Career in the Industry
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Based on responses from 663 industry professionals, the second-annual report unveils key insights into representation across industry; shares state- and sector-specific data, and highlights strategies for closing the gender gap in an effort to further diversify the manufacturing sector.
MRC Global Awarded Equipment Supply Contracts for Sunrise Wind Project
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The Sunrise Wind project will be the largest offshore wind farm by power generation capacity in the state of New York.
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U.S. Energy Prices in Flux with Russia-Ukraine Crisis
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The administration has been working to secure alternate sources of natural gas for Europe should Russia shut off exports, as well as pursue measures to keep U.S. gas prices in check.
Tennessee Power Utility to Commit to Development of Advanced Nuclear Reactors
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The initiative notably makes the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), which is a self-funded corporate agency and the largest public power utility in the United States, one of the first utilities in the country to publicly commit to exploring the development of an advanced reactor fleet.
LNG Industry Rebounds in 2021 Amid Constraints and Volatility
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The volatility emphasizes the need for a more strategic approach to secure reliable and flexible gas supply in future to avoid exposure to price spikes.
Equilibar Granted NC Governor's Award of Excellence
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The manufacturer was recognized for working with the state to increase its international presence and sales.
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ValvTechnologies Welcomes New Distributor SVI Industrial
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
ValvTechnologies welcomes new distributor SVI Industrial that represents the company in North Carolina and South Carolina.
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Manufacturing Resiliency to Hold Steady in 2022
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
These six tech investments will prove beneficial not just this year but also in the long term.
MRC Global Reports Full-year 2021 Recap and 2022 Outlook
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
U.S. sales in the fourth quarter of 2021 were $566 million, a $118 million (26%) increase from the same quarter in 2020
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VMA Member News
VMA Scholarship Applications Being Accepted
Scholarships are awarded to VMA member company dependents studying engineering or manufacturing.
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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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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.
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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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