Succession Planning in the Valve World: Lessons from a Third-Gen Owner
Forward planning is essential in business. You may have a great team today with in-depth product knowledge and close ties to customers, but what happens should team members retire or move on?
HVOF Coatings: Defending Components in Harsh Environments
In industries that push equipment to its limits—where searing temperatures, corrosive fluids, and abrasive slurries are everyday challenges—failure is not an option.
Build a Metrics-Driven Sales Culture in Valve Distribution
Measuring and driving performance are essential skills for any sales team—and sales leaders.
Drive Efficiency with Hybrid-Electronic and Hydraulic Valves
Conventional motorized valves typically serve a single control function with minimal capacity for electronic versatility or hydraulic backup capabilities.
Maintenance for Flow Control Actuators in Severe Service Applications
When the UK’s Buncefield oil storage terminal exploded in 2005 it was said to be the biggest blast in Europe since the Second World War. The disaster was caused by faulty equipment used to monitor the flow of petrol entering a tank and is a stark reminder of the need for a strict maintenance regime in severe service applications.