VMA Welcomes Caltrol Inc.

Caltrol Inc. is the newest company to join the VMA. Caltrol, established in 1934, is an employee-owned company and Emerson Impact Partner. Serving California, Nevada, Arizona and Hawaii, Caltrol is a leader in sales and distribution of industrial process automation products including valves and controls Caltrol also provides consulting, engineering, service, and support offering solutions of all sizes and complexity. To learn more, visit the company’s website.

Photo Credit: Caltrol Inc.

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