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Factors to Consider When Selecting Metals for Valve Application: From a Metallurgist’s POV

Choosing the correct materials in manufacturing valves is crucial for safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Yet it can be very complicated, depending on many factors. Identifying the correct material has become paramount when working with customers to ensure safety. There are thousands of metallic material grades to choose from, each with unique properties, costs, and availability. […]

ValvTechnologies, LLC appoints HR Director

HOUSTON, TX. –ValvTechnologies, LLC, manufacturer of zero leakage severe service isolation valve solutions, has named Clint Knight as Director of Human Resources. In this pivotal role, Knight will lead our HR operations, overseeing employee relations, training and development, benefits administration, and more. Clint comes to us from International SOS, a global health and security firm […]

ValvTechnologies, LLC appoints VP Product Marketing & Development

HOUSTON, TX. – ValvTechnologies, LLC, manufacturer of zero leakage severe service isolation valve solutions, has named Todd McLemore Vice President Product Marketing & Development. In this new role, McLemore will be instrumental in shaping, expanding, and executing of the company’s product strategy, driving innovation, and implementing effective marketing initiatives within the severe service industries of […]

ValvTechnologies Launches New Addition to its V Series: V1-R, our trusted V series valve, now field serviceable

HOUSTON, TX – ValvTechnologies, the industry-leading manufacturer of zero-leakage, severe service isolation valve solutions, is proud to introduce the latest addition to our esteemed V Series family: the V1-R, which brings ease of maintenance to our trusted V Series line of valves. The V Series from ValvTechnologies has long been recognized for its exceptional service […]

ValvTechnologies Welcomes a New Authorized Repair Center in Corpus Christi

HOUSTON, TX – ValvTechnologies, the leading manufacturer of zero-leakage, severe service isolation valve solutions, is thrilled to announce the addition of Puffer-Sweiven Corpus Christi as its newest Authorized Repair Center. By working with Puffer, ValvTechnologies ensures prompt and efficient local support for its valued customers in Corpus Christi and the Rio Grande valley. “We are […]

ValvTechnologies Welcomes Control Southern As A Distributor

HOUSTON, TX – ValvTechnologies, the leading manufacturer of zero-leakage, severe service isolation valve solutions, is thrilled to announce the addition of Control Southern as its newest Distributor. By joining forces with distributors worldwide, ValvTechnologies ensures prompt and efficient local support for its valued customers. “We are extremely pleased to be partnering with a company that […]

ValvTechnologies, LLC appoints Director of Human Resources

HOUSTON, TX. – ValvTechnologies, LLC, manufacturer of zero leakage severe service isolation valve solutions, has named Eva Gilbreath, Human Resources Director. Gilbreath is responsible for managing and developing ValvTechnologies’ human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan, specifically in the areas of employee relations, talent and performance management, compensation and benefits. She brings […]

ValvTechnologies at Valve World 2022

ValvTechnologies at Valve World Expo 2022 Houston, TX. – ValvTechnologies, the leading manufacturer of severe service isolation valve solutions, will be exhibiting at Valve World Conference & Expo from November 29 to December 1, 2022 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Alongside LB Bentley and Severn, ValvTechnologies will showcase its custom engineered V Series metal seated ball valve. […]

ValvTechnologies Names Tony Garcia, Regional Sales Director, Americas

HOUSTON, TX. – ValvTechnologies, LLC, manufacturer of zero leakage severe service isolation valve solutions, has named Tony Garcia, Regional Sales Director, Americas. Garcia is responsible for the development and deployment of ValvTechnologies’ sales strategy in North and South America, leading a team of regional sales managers in multiple severe service industries such as Mining, Power, […]

International Mining Featured Article: Critical Valve Selection

Choose wisely! Ball valves play a significant role in the successful operation of a slurry transportation pipeline. That is why it’s imperative that the best valve selection is made to avoid substantial downtime. Industry Mining Director, Kenny Gorman, explores critical elements to consider in the latest issue of International Mining magazine. Read the featured article, […]

ValvTechnologies Featured in Hydrocarbon Engineering

ValvTechnologies was recently featured in May 2022 edition of Hydrocarbon Engineering. “As the world turns its attention to hydrogen as a primary energy resource, equipment manufacturers are gearing up to manage it. Richard Laukam, ValvTechnologies, and Tim Webb, Severn, discuss the pivotal role of valves in supporting a hydrogen economy.” To read the featured article, […]

ValvTechnologies Announces New Representation in Saudi Arabia

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ValvTechnologies Announces New Representation in Saudi Arabia HOUSTON, TX – ValvTechnologies, the leading manufacturer of zero leakage, severe service isolation valve solutions, welcomes Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Co. Ltd. as the exclusive distributor of ValvTechnologies’ valves in Saudi Arabia. “We are delighted to add Kanoo as our trusted partner in Saudi Arabia,” said […]

ValvTechnologies Featured in Hydrocarbon Engineering

ValvTechnologies was recently featured in the February 2022 issue of Hydrocarbon Engineering magazine. Regional Sales Manager, Latin America, Alejandro Plazas explains why considering the total cost of ownership of valves will ultimately pay big dividends. To read the full article on Calculating the Cost of Ownership online, click here.

Severn Group announces acquisition of ValvTechnologies

Deal expands specialist group serving the global severe-service valve market Gloucester, UK, 06 December 2021: Severn Group, the global family of specialist high-end valve engineering and manufacturing companies, which includes Severn and LB Bentley, has acquired US-headquartered ValvTechnologies, a leader in the design and manufacture of metal-seated, zero-leakage isolation valve solutions for demanding applications. The […]

RefComm Global Virtual Conference

RefComm Global Virtual Conference & Expo November 2-6, 2020 Visit ValvTechnologies’ virtual booth Click here for for information about the conference. RefComm® is recognized as the world’s premiere Delayed Coking (DCU) conference and exhibition. Join us online to connect with ValvTechnologies’ industry experts and learn more about our engineered valve solutions.

POWERGEN India

POWERGEN India POSTPONED until January 2021 New Delhi, India Click here for for information about the conference.   For more than 15 years, POWERGEN India has served as India’s premier forum for the power generation industry. Attracting over 8,000 attendees, POWERGEN India covers all forms of power generation, from conventional to renewable energy and other […]

SME MineXchange Conference & Expo

Society for Mining, Metallurgy &  Exploration  MineXchange (SME) Conference and Expo February 23 – 26, 2020 Phoenix Convention Center Phoenix, AZ. Visit ValvTechnologies and IAC/Tavco at booth #1504 Click here for for information about the conference. MineXchange 2020 SME Annual Conference & Expo is the only conference dedicated to all disciplines of mining engineering. Featuring […]

NAES O&M Conference

North American Energy Services (NAES) Conference February 25, 2020 Sheraton Music City Hotel Nashville, TN. Visit ValvTechnologies at booth #23 Click here for for information about the conference. NAES is an independent services company dedicated to optimizing the performance of energy facilities across the power generation, oil and gas and petrochemical industries. Their mission is […]

MOV/AOV Users Group (MUG/AUG) Conference

MOV/AOV Users Group (MUG/AUG) Conference January 13, 2020 – January 15, 2020 January 13-15 @ the Renaissance Austin Hotel in Austin, Texas. AUG is dedicated to the development and exchange of technical information concerning the performance, design, testing, and maintenance of air-operated valves, compressed air systems, and fluid leak management programs. The Motor-Operated Valve Users’ […]

BBTC MENA 2019 – Bottom of the Barrel Technology Conference

BBTC MENA 2019 – Bottom of the Barrel Technology Conference December 10, 2019 – December 11, 2019 December 10-11 @ The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa, Bahrain The growing importance of residue upgrading is clear to see. Today, competition in the petroleum refining industry continues to grow; therefore refiners are looking to minimise […]

Combined Cycle Users Group 2019

Combined Cycle Users Group 2019 August 26-29, 2019 Marriott St. Louis Grand St. Louis, MO The Combined Cycle Users Group (CCUG) was launched in fall 2011, at its first meeting in San Antonio, as an independent, user-directed group to serve owner/operators of combined-cycle, combined heat and power (CHP), and cogeneration plants. The organization’s meetings are […]

Nuclear Industry Check Valve (NIC) Meeting

Nuclear Industry Check Valve (NIC) users group meeting. June 11, 2019 – June 13, 2019 The Nuclear Industry Check Valve Group (NIC) is a forum of nuclear utility representatives formed for the exchange of technical information relating to the application, testing, and maintenance of check valves among the utilities and in coordination with other organizations […]

Nuclear Energy Assembly Annual Industry Conference And Supplier Expo

Nuclear Energy Assembly Annual Industry Conference and Supplier Expo June 3, 2019 – June 5, 2019 The Nuclear Energy Assembly is the gathering place for the best and brightest leaders from all areas of the nuclear energy industry and related fields. The Suppliers Expo features companies leading the field with cutting edge technology, products and […]

Asia Power Week 2019

September 3 – 5, 2019 MITEC, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia For more than a quarter of a century, POWERGEN Asia has served as Asia’s premier forum for the power generation industry. Attracting over 8,500 attendees from more than 60 countries, POWERGEN Asia covers all forms of power generation, from conventional to renewable energy and other low-carbon […]

RefComm Galveston 2019

April 29 – May 3, 2019 – Moody Gardens Hotel and Conference Center – Galveston, Texas RefComm® is recognized as the premier global conference for Delayed Coking and Fluid Catalytic Cracking, and now includes Residue HydroCracking.  RefComm deals with production goals, environmental regulations, revamps and maintaining equipment in your refinery. RefComm is highly unit specific and […]

American Nuclear Society Utility Working Conference

August 4-7, 2019 – Amelia Island, Fl – Omni Amelia Island Plantation The Utility Working Conference and Technology Expo (UWC) is an annual meeting of the minds that consistently generates strong, practical recommendations designed to address the industry’s most pressing needs. The focus of the 2019 UWC is to analyze cost drivers common to all […]

7F Annual Conference 2019

May 20-24, 2019 – Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel 7F Users Group, Inc. has grown dramatically since its first meeting in Baltimore, November 19-20, 1991, attended by 14 O&M personnel from four companies. The only 7F engine in service at that time was Virginia Electric & Power Co’s Chesterfield 7. It had been integrated with […]

AOV/MOV Users Group (AUG/MUG) Conference

MOV/AOV Users Group (MUG/AUG) ConferenceJanuary 14, 2019 – January 18, 2019 January 14-18, 2019 @ the JW Marriott in Palm Desert, California. AUG is dedicated to the development and exchange of technical information concerning the performance, design, testing, and maintenance of air-operated valves, compressed air systems, and fluid leak management programs. The Motor-Operated Valve Users’ […]

ADW 2018 – Asia Downstream Week

October 9-11, 2018 Bangkok, Thailand ADW incorporates two market-leading events; ASIA-TECH 2018 – Asia Downstream Technology Forum, showcasing innovation through refining technology and ASIA-BBTC 2018 – Asia Bottom of the Barrel Technology Conference, dedicated to technologies and practices for upgrading heavy oil and residue.     Click here for more information on ADW 2018.

Asia Power Week 2018

September 18-20, 2018 BSD City, Jakarta, Indonesia Asia Power Week, comprising POWER-GEN Asia and Renewable Energy World Asia, delivers a platform to meet, share, inform and learn about the latest advances in thinking and in technology for the Asian power industry. Asia Power Week 2017 commemorated 25 years of POWER-GEN Asia as the premier power […]

Combined Cycle Users Group 2018

Combined Cycle Users Group 2018 August 27, 2017 – August 30, 2018 The Combined Cycle Users Group (CCUG) was launched in fall 2011, at its first meeting in San Antonio, as an independent, user-directed group to serve owner/operators of combined-cycle, combined heat and power (CHP), and cogeneration plants. The organization’s meetings are dedicated to formal […]

RusBBTC 2018 – 13th Russia & CIS Bottom Of The Barrel Technology Conference & Exhibition

April 10-11, 2018 Moscow The 13th edition of RusBBTC will provide updates on the technology innovations and examples of proven implemented technologies for increasing conversion and will give an insight on the industry’s future development plans. Key topics include: Main Drivers to Implement Bottom of Barrel Complexes in Russia & World-wide Latest Update on Slurry Hydrocracking […]

ANS Conference UWC 2018

August 5-8, 2018 Omni Amelia Island Plantation Amelia Island, FL The Utility Working Conference and Technology Expo (UWC) is an annual meeting of the minds that consistently generates strong, practical recommendations designed to address the industry’s most pressing needs. The focus of the 2018 UWC is to analyze cost drivers common to all nuclear power […]

RefComm Galveston 2018

RefComm Galveston 2018 May 7, 2018 – May 11, 2018 Our global economy is flooded with light and heavy crudes. While the low feedstock price challenges upstream, it provides profit opportunities downstream. To prosper and excel, leverage your existing assets with the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and increase your knowledge. After a decade of […]

Offshore Technical Conference 2018

Offshore Technical Conference 2018 April 30, 2018 – May 3, 2018 The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is where energy professionals meet to exchange ideas and opinions to advance scientific and technical knowledge for offshore resources and environmental matters. Founded in 1969, OTC’s flagship conference is held annually at NRG Park (formerly Reliant Park) in Houston. OTC has […]

Feedwater System Reliability Users Group (FSRUG) Conference

Feedwater System Reliability Users Group (FSRUG) Conference January 22, 2018 – January 25, 2018 January 22-25 @ the Hilton Austin in Austin, Texas Feedwater System  Reliability User’s Group Mission: Reduce  the number of Feedwater System related plant trips and unplanned power reductions in the nuclear industry. Identify and implement solutions to common industry equipment reliability problems in […]

MOV/AOV Users Group (MUG/AUG) Conference

MOV/AOV Users Group (MUG/AUG) Conference January 15, 2018 – January 17, 2018 January 15-17 @ the New Orleans Marriott in New Orleans, Louisiana. AUG is dedicated to the development and exchange of technical information concerning the performance, design, testing, and maintenance of air-operated valves, compressed air systems, and fluid leak management programs. The Motor-Operated Valve […]

Combined Cycle Users Group 2017

Combined Cycle Users Group 2017 August 28, 2017 – August 31, 2017 The Combined Cycle Users Group (CCUG) was launched in fall 2011, at its first meeting in San Antonio, as an independent, user-directed group to serve owner/operators of combined-cycle, combined heat and power (CHP), and cogeneration plants. The organization’s meetings are dedicated to formal […]

Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo

Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo August 6, 2017 – August 9, 2017 The Utility Working Conference and Technology Expo (UWC) is an annual meeting of the minds that consistently generates strong, practical recommendations designed to address the industry’s most pressing needs. The focus of the 2017 UWC will be to analyze cost drivers common to […]

Asia Power Week 2017

September 19-21, 2017 Bangkok, Thailand Asia Power Week 2017 will commemorate 25 years of POWER-GEN Asia as the premier power industry event for the Asia continent. Initially beginning in 1992 as a collaborative event with our POWER-GEN India & Central Asia conference and exhibition, POWER-GEN Asia went alone a short while later, taking place in […]

Nuclear Energy Assembly 64th Annual Industry Conference and Supplier Expo

Nuclear Energy Assembly 64th Annual Industry Conference and Supplier Expo May 22, 2017 – May 24, 2017 NEI’s 64th Annual Industry Conference and Supplier Expo: Nuclear Energy Assembly is the annual conference of the nuclear technologies industry that brings together industry leaders from all levels. The conference draws hundreds of senior executives, NAYGN members and policymakers […]

Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo

Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo August 6, 2017 – August 9, 2017 The Utility Working Conference and Technology Expo (UWC) is an annual meeting of the minds that consistently generates strong, practical recommendations designed to address the industry’s most pressing needs. The focus of the 2017 UWC will be to analyze cost drivers common to […]

RefComm Budapest

RefComm Budapest October 2, 2017 – October 5, 2017 Our global economy is flooded with light and heavy crudes. While the low feedstock price challenges upstream, it provides profit opportunities downstream. To prosper and excel, leverage your existing assets with the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and increase your knowledge. After a decade of successfully hosting […]

RefComm Galveston 2017

RefComm Galveston 2017 May 8, 2017 – May 12, 2017 Our global economy is flooded with light and heavy crudes. While the low feedstock price challenges upstream, it provides profit opportunities downstream. To prosper and excel, leverage your existing assets with the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and increase your knowledge. After a decade of […]

ABMA 2017 Manufacturers Conference

ABMA 2017 Manufacturers Conference April 3, 2017 – April 5, 2017 The ABMA Manufacturers Conference is a unique event for the boiler industry. Known for leading edge content, the ABMA Manufacturers Conference brings together a diversified representation from the industry. The ABMA Manufacturers Conference brings a new emphasis on markets, worker recruitment, potential new environmental […]

HRSG User’s Group Conference & Expo

HRSG User’s Group Conference & Expo March 13, 2017 – March 15, 2017 HRSG User’s Group—Improving steam-plant reliability, durability and profitability. The HRSG User’s Group is unique among user groups serving this sector of the market in that ALL conference and workshop sessions are open to users, consultants, and manufacturers alike. This format provides the […]