Fall 2025 ISSUE
Meet the Chairman: Rob Velan
Velan shares his background and talks about his future goals for the coming year as Chairman of the Board of Directors of VMA.
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FEATURES
InsightsKeeping Track: PFAS Bans in Industrial Operations Continue to Evolve
With the new administration still finding its footing with bans, VMA continues to work as part of a coalition to influence policy decisions.Design
Advanced Sealing Technologies for Subsea Ball and Gate Valves
Discover how single-piston effect (SPE) and dual-piston effect (DPE) seat designs are engineered to meet the demanding pressures and temperatures of subsea applications.Insights
Market Outlook for the Valve and Flow Control Industry
The recent workshop highlighted key sectors and optimism seemed to prevail.
Rope, Steam & Sealing: The Basics of Valve Packing
Mechanical packing may look simple, but it has a long history shaped by ships, steam engines, industrial growth and environmental responsibility.COLUMNS
InsightsIndustry Profile: Stephane Meunier
What inspired you to pursue a career in the world of valves and actuators? It was a matter of being at the right place and at the right time!Insights
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Looking back and ahead at the same time.Reflecting on 2025 and Charting a Strong Path Forward
One of my favorite times of year for VMA is the Annual Membership Meeting.Manufacturing
Standards Spotlight: American Foundry Society
With the impacts of U.S. policy on reshoring manufacturing and tariffs, Ben Yates, VP of business development for American Foundry Society, recently spoke at the 2025 VMA Annual Meeting to provide an overview of the foundry industry in the U.S. and discuss the opportunities and trends.
ARTICLES
Oceaneering Awarded U.S. Navy Corporate Component Repair Program Contract
The company is one of three suppliers awarded contracts.Design
Partnership to Scale Advanced Nuclear Energy for AI Infrastructure Announced
The parties aim to mobilize up to $50 billion in public and private investments for Xe-100 projects and the expansion of associated supply chain capacity.
Baker Hughes Completes Acquisition of Continental Disc Corporation
Baker Hughes has completed its all-cash, $540 million acquisition of Continental Disc Corporation (CDC) from investment partnerships managed by Tinicum Incorporated.Wind-Powered Facility in Texas Breaks Ground
Green data center company, Soluna, says Project Kati is its biggest to date.
Chart Industries Shareholders Approve Sale to Baker Hughes
BH will acquire all outstanding shares of Chgart Industries equivalent to total enterprise value of $13.6 billion.Manufacturing
Emerson’s New Temperature Transmitter Delivers Accuracy, Stability and Usability
The Rosemount 3144S Temperature Transmitter improves ease of use with plug-and-play configuration, a large backlit display, and Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
Financing Secured for 1.2 GW CCGT in Lee County, Texas
Bilateral financing helps facilities secure essential long leadtime equipment such as turbines.Design
BWXT and Rolls Royce Sign MoU for SMR Development
The nuclear steam generator design conract supports future collaboration on the development of small modular reactor.Industry News
Industry news from the flow control world.New pressure transmitter provides real time control
The Rosemount 4051S pressure transmitter can eliminate the need for separate reporting devices such as PLCs.Design
Competitions Launch for Solutions to Fouling and Corrosion
Emerson and HeroX launch challenges to enhance reliability, accuracy and lifespan of flow measurement products.EPA Proposal to Increase Efficiency and Protections under TSCA
Proposed changes aim for efficiency and effectiveness.Applications
Alléo Energy Unveils Carbon-Negative Green Hydrogen System
Bay Minette plant produces green hydrogen at commercial scale.
Berkshire Hathaway Reportedly Buying OxyChem from Occidental
The petrochemical business deal is estimated to be nearly $10 billion.E Tech Group Renames Recently Acquired Company
The acquisition of JSat Automation was finalized in May, and the company will now be known as E Tech Group.VMA Board Member Rachel Hollinger Promoted to COO at DeZURIK
Hollinger’s promotion to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer is effective immediately.VMA Chairman Kirk Wilson Announces Retirement
Alice DeBiasio named as successor and president of Flowserve’s Flow Control Division.
Design
Trane Technologies Unveils Comprehensive Thermal Management Reference Design
The collaboration with NVIDIA will set new standards for performance, scalability and rapid deployment for AI data centers.
Design
Prometheus Powers AI With Fuel Made From Air
Orders now open for fuel for carbon-neutral AI power, delivered off-grid and at scale.
Pentair to Acquire Hydra-Stop
The valve manufacturer is being purchased for $290 million.Design
MSS Publishes New and Revised Standards
These standards have been released in the past few months.Mueller Water Products Appoints New SVP
Darin Harvey joins the company as senior vice president of operations and supply chain.
Design
Fairbanks Morse Defense to Acquire Truflo Marine from IMI
Expanded valve and actuator design and manufacturing capabilities further expand FMD offerings and global customer base.
Flowserve Divests Legacy Asbestos Liabilities
At closing Flowserve will have no further financial exposure to the transferred liabilities.Design
UL Solutions Launches Certification for Industrial Products
The new certification program for energy and industrial automation equipment helps manufacturers advance sustainability goals.U.S. DOE Selects Four Companies for Advanced Nuclear Fuel Projects
The decision was made to help strengthen domestic supply chains for nuclear fuel.Aalo Atomics Becomes First U.S. Nuclear Reactor Company with Contract for Uranium
Hits crucial next milestone on path to 2026 startup.
VMA News
VMA and VRC Annual Meeting Delivered Connection, Insight and Industry Intelligence VMA’s premier member gathering took place this fall in Naples, Florida, drawing more than 100 attendees for three days of high-value content, discussion and networking.Equilibar Introduces IC Series for High-Flow Applications
The new valve and regulator line offers dome-loaded multiple orifice technology.Latest Launches
Latest product developmentsDesign
Continental Disc Announces Rupture Line Expansion
Continental Disc Corporation, a global leader in rupture disc technology and pressure relief solutions, is excited to announce the expansion of its industry-leading APX rupture disc.Applications
