The U.S. industrial workforce is undergoing one of the most significant transitions in modern history. According to the U.S. Census Bureau and Federal Reserve, approximately 10,000 baby boomers retire each day, amounting to more than 3.6 million annually.
Retirements have been rising steadily for decades but unlike previous generational shifts, this transition impacts every level of the valve and equipment industry. It’s not just senior leadership; engineers, plant operators, buyers, and field sales professionals are also leaving.