The Expanding Network of Valves
As industry itself reaches into more and more areas of the world, getting the equipment needed to run that industry to the locations and projects where it’s needed when it’s needed has taken on increased importance.
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Opportunities and Solutions for a Crumbling Infrastructure
President Obama’s Fix-It-First program, announced during the February 2014 State of the Union address, calls for $40 billion in spending on a backlog of urgent repairs and upgrades to America’s infrastructure.
Valve Shipments This Year Will Reach a 5-year High
In 2014, the U.S. industrial valve industry will see the fifth straight year of increases in annual shipments.
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You Don’t Have a Malware Problem
Cyber security is of increasing concern around the world.
The Fed, the State of the Union and Valves
During the Valve Manufacturers Association’s last Market Outlook event, one of the issues raised was who the new chairman of the Federal Reserve would be and what that would mean for the economy.
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Nuggets of Knowledge: Industry Veterans Share What They’ve Learned
No matter what industry or line of business people are in, or how long they have been on the job, they never stop learning.
VMA Forum: The Challenges of Leadership
Cyber security, trends in distribution and how to become a better leader were among the topics presented at the 32nd Annual Valve Industry Leadership Forum, which took place in Atlanta on Jan. 16 and 17.
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VALVE Magazine’s Top Ten Stories: 2013
At VALVE Magazine, we’re always looking for great articles that offer valuable information to our readers.
Richard Coffman: Doing Business with Humor and Humility
Like so many of the people involved in the valve industry, 40-year-veteran Richard Coffman can trace much of his success to being in the right place at the right time, and being confident enough to take advantage of an opportunity.
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Actuator Commissioning Made Simpler
There is something about opening a box labeled “some assembly required” that causes one of two reactions—the joy of the challenge or dread.
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