Materials & Manufacturing

The design and manufacturing process of valves and actuators is instrumental in attaining and maintaining the desired quality of the product. We cover the foundry and casting sector and also more modern technologies, such as CNC machining and 3D or additive manufacturing.

ASCO extends composite solenoid valve

ASCO Numatics, the manufacturer of comprehensive fluid automation, flow control and pneumatics solutions, has extended its 212 series to include 3/8” and 1” pipes sizes that incorporate the FasN universal connection system.

Garlock launches redesigned butterfly valves

The Garlock family of companies announced the return of their original line of butterfly valves and the launch of new product.

Gauge protector and gauge snubber by AS-Schneider

Gauge protectors and gauge snubbers by AS-Schneider provide a reliable and economical solution to protect measuring instruments from the effects of pressure fluctuations.Gauge protectors are designed for steadily increasing continuous pressure such as in the thermal expansion of the medium in the pipeline.

VAl-Matic acquires QuadroSphere ball valve line

Val-Matic Valve and Manufacturing Corporation, the US valve manufacturer, has acquired the QuadroSphere ball valve line.

Dixon extends hygienic process valve range

Dixon announces the extension of its wide range of hygienic process valves with the addition of the Dixon Rieger range of hygienic and aseptic mix proof and double seat valves.

Smalley receives 2nd GM Excellence Award

Smalley Steel Ring Company has received General Motors' prestigious GM Supplier Quality Excellence award, for the second consecutive year. This is the second year GM is honoring suppliers who the company believes are making noteworthy contributions to GM's goal of providing the best overall customer experience in the automotive industry.

Pivotal LNG to supply LNG to UPS facility

Pivotal LNG, a wholly owned subsidiary of AGL Resources, entered into its second agreement with UPS to provide liquefied natural gas (LNG) to UPS’s fleet operations in Jacksonville, Fla.

New pressure gas regulator from Cashco

The new pressure gas regulator PGR-1 valve from Cashco is a high accuracy, pressure loaded, pilot-operated, pressure-reducing regulator available in five different body sizes.The PGR-1 designation has a hidden meaning.

Modular fitting system for leak-free valves

The 11.000 series Modular Fitting System, uses the popular push fit cartridge design for 15mm and 18mm outer diameter tubing.

Subsea launches Ecofix corrosion repair

Subsea Industries launched a new product for filling and building up a corroded and pitted steel surface to its original form prior to recoating with Ecoshield.