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ITT Donates $100,000 to CARE to Support Ukrainian Refugees

Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine

In addition to its $100,000 company donation, ITT has also launched a special 1:1 employee matching gift program where it will match the total contributions ITT employees make to CARE in 2022 up to $50,000.
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NIST MEP Helps Manufacturers Respond to the Pandemic and Thrive Despite It

Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine

MEP Centers in every state are helping companies in new and different ways that include helping protect their workforce during the pandemic, finding sources of capital, stabilizing their supply chains and protecting manufacturers from cybersecurity threats. 

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Hybrid Work is Here to Stay: Expert Advice and Industry Input

COVID-19 has forever changed the way we work.

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Thirty-nine Years of Experience Offer Key Takeaways for New Industry Professionals

By: Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine

Steve McJones shares his insights on the oil and gas industry.

Manufacturing

ITT Acquires Habonim, a Leading Provider of Industrial Valves and Actuators

Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine

ITT Inc. announced on April 4, 2022, that it has acquired privately held Habonim for $140 million in an all-cash transaction.
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Hunt Valve Awarded $2M Contract by Newport News Shipbuilding for Ford Class Carrier Essential Parts

Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine

“In light of the post-pandemic supply chain challenges and uncertainty about the war in Ukraine, NNS is being extremely prudent by stocking the parts necessary,” said FMD CEO George Whittier.
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Plant Equipment Inc. Becomes Rep for Trillium Valves USA

Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine

Trillium Valves USA announced the appointment of Plant Equipment Inc. as an authorized representative, effective immediately.
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Emerson Pledges $200 Million in Charitable Giving Over 10 Years Focused on Education Equity in St. Louis

Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine

“Our vision is to make our communities a better place to live, work and thrive for all residents by focusing on the education inequities that prevent all youth from achieving their full potential,” said Lal Karsanbhai, Emerson’s president and CEO.
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Manufacturing

Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute: Big Gains in Perceptions of U.S. Manufacturing as Innovative, Critical and High Tech

Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine

“The pandemic has raised awareness of the essential role of manufacturing in our lives. We are now at a watershed moment when a new wave of workers is needed to further advance our use of technology and maintain U.S. economic competitiveness. This industry is critical to bolstering our economy long term,” said Paul Wellener, vice chair and U.S. industrial products and construction leader, Deloitte LLP.

Manufacturing

U.S. Adds 431K Jobs in March in Sign of Economic Health

Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine

Across the economy in March, hiring gains were widespread. Restaurants and bars added 61,000 jobs, retailers 49,000, manufacturers 38,000 and hotels 25,000.