VALVE Magazine: Readers' Choice 2017
Happy New Year to our VALVE Magazine readers and contributors.
Construction and Mining: Is 2018 The Year for Growth?
While there is a degree of optimism in the mining industry that hasn’t been seen for some years, much uncertainty still exists in this sector.
Process Instrumentation in Oil and Gas
Process instrumentation is an integral part of any process industry because it allows real time measurement and control of process variables such as levels, flow, pressure, temperature, pH and humidity.
#pressure-relief
Inspiration and Automation: Keys to Best-in-Class Operations
For the last several years, at industry gatherings of all kinds, the subject of automation is guaranteed to dominate the conversation.
#automation
Nahorski is New Chairman; Pecora and Sandler Receive Awards
At VMA’s 2017 Annual Meeting, Oct. 13-15 at the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island in Florida, members elected a new slate of officers, while several individuals were recognized for their service to the valve industry and the association.
#VMAnews
Adapt and Thrive, Say Annual Meeting Speakers
The theme of adapting to change was set very early for the Valve Manufacturers Association (VMA) and Valve Repair Council (VRC) 79th Annual Meeting.
#maintenance-repair #VMAnews
Market Outlook 2018: A Sunnier Mood with a Few Caveats
The atmosphere at VMA’s 2018 Market Outlook Workshop was much more positive than what’s occurred the last two years, with many members reporting bidding and orders up.
#VMAnews
Is it Time to Toss Those Commissions?
It’s tough to pinpoint exactly what and when developments happened in the distribution industry prior to the internet, but based on conversations with past leaders, the commission model of selling started in the early 1960s.
Six Secrets to Attract, Hire and Retain Sales Professionals
Manufacturers and distributors across all economic sectors are adopting and integrating inside sales models in record numbers.
