Standards Spring from the Need to Protect
Most of us in the valve industry take for granted the interchangeability and standardization of the valves produced today.
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From a Humble Beginning, an Industry Rises
Although VMA members might think the valve industry began with formation of the Valve Manufacturers Association on Sept. 1, 1938, in reality, the industry in this nation was around for 100 years before that date, its roots firmly attached to the American industrial landscape.
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VMA Delivers… Valve Education
By: Judy Tibbs, Editorial Consultant, VALVE Magazine
Nearly 100 attendees gathered March 6-7 to learn valve and actuator fundamentals at VMA’s Valve Basics Seminar & Exhibits at the Hilton NASA Clear Lake in Houston.
#VMAnews #basics #actuators
Life-Cycle Costing
For most of us, the purchasing process is relatively simple: Find the lowest cost for the desired item, make the purchase and then move on to the next task.
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Valve Industry Education: Are You Prepared for the Great Brain Drain?
By: Judy Tibbs, Editorial Consultant, VALVE Magazine
If you’re a part of the valve industry, you likely are aware of the huge need for valve education and training.
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Solenoid Valves
Solenoid valves are usually considered an accessory in the process valve industry; however, while there is some truth to this, these accessories are crucial to the proper operation of any system that uses them.
#basics #automation
Valve World Americas: PST Workshop Raises More Questions than Answers
A number of interesting and informative sessions took place at the recent Valve World Americas, held June 21-22 in The Woodlands, TX.
Accessories for Control Valves
While control valves are an essential part of most flow processes today, they cannot accomplish their key tasks without help from the many accessories that aid in smooth operation.
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A VMA Technical Seminar Presentation: Leak Detection and Repair
By: Judy Tibbs, Editorial Consultant, VALVE Magazine
At the Valve Manufacturers Association’s Technical Seminar, held March 3-4 in Jacksonville, FL, attendees—who represented both valve manufacturers as well as end-users—heard from a diverse group of industry specialists on topics such as Fugitive Emissions Trends, Quality & Testing, and Evolving Technology.
#VMAnews #automation #maintenance-repair
More Than 200 Participate in Valve Education Event
VMA staff and volunteers organizing the first Valve Basics Seminar & Exhibition suspected attendance would be high, but the strong showing exceeded even the most optimistic expectations.
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