Study: offshore rigs need cybersecurity improvements
A two-year study concluded that deep-water drilling rigs are not prepared in general to protect themselves against cyber attacks. Rigs need more than firewalls and antivirus software to be secure, the study found.
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AIV and Gulf Coast Modification announce promotions of Trey Cook Ryan Loving
AIV, LP and Gulf Coast Modification (GCM) announce that Trey Cook will become the CEO of both AIV and GCM while remaining the President of AIV.
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America Moves Toward a Stronger Infrastructure
Here’s what you need to now about the multi-billion-dollar funding designated for the water and wastewater markets as part of the American Jobs Plan.
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The Next Step in Functional Safety
The primary goal of functional safety is to prevent accidents.
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A Reference Manual on Elastomers
The history and general application of elastomers in pipes, valves and fittings is the subject of the Manual of Practice developed by the American Water Works Association (AWWA).
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Where Valves Are Used: Everywhere!
Learn about the many industries in which valves play critical roles in this comprehensive article that was first published in 2017.
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The Strong and Growing Biopharmaceutical Market
Thousands have been involved in the rapid development of COVID-19 vaccines—among them, valve and control manufacturers.
New Process Uses Papermill Waste to Produce Chemicals for Making Nylon
A new processing method converts a primary waste product of the paper industry into chemicals used to make nylon.
Market Outlook 2021: Uncertainties Create Strategy Challenges
The well-received VMA/Hydraulics Institute event was not all doom and gloom. One of the main themes that the speakers repeated was that it is just such times of challenge when innovation and new ideas are born.
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New Requirements for Actuator Sizing
After decades of confusion, the American Water Works Association has created new standards for actuator sizing that clear up some of the confusion and also provide guidance on where safety factors need to be applied.
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