Power Gen 2012: Our Review
VMA and VALVE Magazine staffers attended POWER-GEN International at the County Convention Center in Orlando, FL from December 11-13.
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Valve World 2012 – Truly a Global Industry
Valve industry professionals from around the world attended Valve World Expo 2012 in Dusseldorf, Germany from November 27 to 29.
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Victaulic Announces New Name for Sprinkler Fitting System Product Line
Victaulic has changed the name of the AquaFlex Sprinkler System product line to the VicFlex Sprinkler Fitting System.
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Anvil International's New HVAC Hook-Up Kits
The new Gruvlok® KNX series Hydronic Hook-Up Kits from Anvil International integrates the typical 54 components required to connect piping to hydronic heating or chiller system equipment into a pre-engineered, pre-assembled and pre-tested kit of only four components, saving up to 80% on labor compared to traditional connection methods.
#components #automation
API: October Petroleum Demand Lowest for the Month Since 1995
Total U.S. petroleum deliveries (a measure of demand) were down 2.3% from October a year ago but increased 1.3% from this past September to 18.4 million barrels per day.
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Report Details Inaccuracies in West Coast Gas Price Data
In May 2012, West Coast gasoline prices spiked while oil prices fell.
Assured Automation's FireChek® Thermal Activated Emergency Shutoff
When FireChek® senses excessive heat from a nearby fire, it immediately vents the pneumatic actuator and closes the actuator air supply line.
#controls #actuators #automation
New AUMA Actuators Offer Significant Torque Advancement
AUMA is extending its portfolio of modular electric actuators to include an SQ.2 part-turn range for butterfly and ball valve automation.
#actuators #ball-butterfly-plug #automation
New ITT Push-Through Slurry Valve Minimizes Downtime in Heavy Applications
ITT Engineered Valves introduces the Fabri-Valve 33 PTA push-through slurry valve.
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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Register Now for Valve Repair Seminar
Sharpen your skills, learn from industry leaders and connect with peers at event in Pasadena, Texas.
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