Featured Story

Our Featured articles are long reads that require more reading time than our news articles. In this section, you can find our cover stories, compelling content featuring prominent manufacturers, end-user interview with valve experts around the world, in-depth technical articles and interesting project reports from various industries, ranging from oil & gas, chemical and petrochemical to power generation, pharmaceuticals and food and beverage industries.

The Importance of Updating Standards, An Interview with Clay Rodery, C&S Technology

Keeping codes and standards continually up to date is crucial within any industry.

A Practical Approach to LDAR Efficiency Evaluation

As a growing number of oil & gas facilities worldwide implement leak detection and repair (LDAR) plans, owners and the public are interested to understand better their effectiveness, and how total facility leak emission is decreased as a result of LDAR implementation.

Combining Testing Methods to Detect and Mitigate Emissions

The United States (USA) has been working and leading the charge to address air quality concerns and reduce overall emissions going into the atmosphere for over 50 years.

Reducing Emissions in a Changing World, An Interview with Brian Blowers, Director of ESG...

Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards and frameworks play a crucial role in sustainability at any company.

Velan: A Promising Future Nurtured on a Heritage of Excellence

Recognized as a world leading manufacturer of industrial valves, Velan earned its reputation by delivering what it promises; quality that lasts.

AI-Powered Translation vs. Universal Standards, The Future of Descriptions in the Valve Industry

A long-discussed topic within the pipe, valve, flange, and fitting industry revolves around adopting a universal standard for product descriptions.

Applying the 80-20 Rule to the Valve Market

The 80-20 theory is based on 20% of markets generating 80% of the Earnings Before Tax, Interest, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA).

Managing Maintenance at a Chemical Plant: An Interview with Charles Federle, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer,...

Chemical plants require crucial maintenance. Navigating repairs and scheduling turnarounds are only some of the critical aspects involved in the world of mechanical maintenance.

The Evolution of Distribution Channels in the Valve Industry: Interview with George Booth, Chairman...

Valve World Americas had the pleasure of speaking with George Booth, Chairman of Gebflow Control Co. (GEBCO) to learn about the evolution of the valve industry’s distribu­tion channels.

Carbon Capture and Storage, A Growing Mitigation Tactic

Climate change mitigation strategies are at the forefront of discussions regarding how the global population and various governments can achieve the ambitious greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction commitments needed to achieve the Paris Accords 2015 stated goal of limiting global warming to below 2°C, but with a target of 1.5°C, above preindustrial levels.