Upcoming Webinars from VMA
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The Valve Manufacturers Association (VMA) has announced a slate of upcoming webinars, some just for members and others open to the public.
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The Valve Manufacturers Association (VMA) has announced a slate of upcoming webinars, some just for members and others open to the public.
April 4, 2025, 11:00 AM EDT: VMA members only. Trump 2.0: Implications for the Valve Industry. This webinar will provide an overview of the tariff and trade implications, the new agency heads and how regulatory approaches and policies may change. VMA members can register by logging into their accounts on the website and proceeding from there.
May 15, 2025, 11:00 AM EDT: Open registration. Heroes MAKE America: Connecting the Military Community with the Manufacturing Industry. The Manufacturing Institute’s Heroes MAKE America initiative collaborates with manufacturers to strengthen the pipeline from military service to manufacturing careers. This program supports military hiring strategies by connecting manufacturers with the broader military community through certification training programs, hiring events, facility tours, career fairs, and other direct engagement opportunities.
June 26, 2025, 3:00 PM EDT: Open registration. HVOF Coatings for Severe Service Ball Valves. This presentation explores the characteristics, selection and benefits of HVOF coatings for severe service ball valves. This presentation is based on the article from the Winter 2025 issue found here.
For more information on these or other upcoming VMA events in person and online go to vmaevents.org.
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