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U.S. Manufacturing Index Hits Two-Year High

The U.S. manufacturing industry is strong and getting stronger, according to the results of the latest Institute for Supply Management report. The Purchasing Managers Index (PMI), which measures the economic health of the manufacturing sector based on new orders, inventory … Continue reading →
Our Top 5 Industrial Valve Articles of 2016

2016 was quite a year! The manufacturing industry saw a significant rebound, and oil prices started to recover as well. Both of these trends are expected to continue in 2017. At Allied Valve, we also saw some big changes this … Continue reading →
3 Trends to Watch Out for in the Oil and Gas Industry in 2017

As we make our way down the home stretch of 2016, it’s time to look ahead to what might be coming down the bend. Here are three trends that we think will shape the oil and gas industry in the … Continue reading →
Good News for Oil and Gas, Manufacturing

If you’re in the oil and gas or manufacturing industry, expect the rest of this year to look up. Here are three pieces of good news August is bringing this year. U.S. paves the way for faster oil and gas … Continue reading →
Survey: Manufacturers Plan to Meet Growth Objectives by Increasing Investment in Technology

Manufacturers plan to meet the challenges of increasing competition and pricing pressures by investing heavily in new advanced manufacturing and digital technologies, according to the results of the 2016 KPMG Global Manufacturing Outlook survey, released this week. KPMG wrote: “Manufacturers … Continue reading →
What is the Industrial Internet of Things and How Will It Affect Your Valves?

Last week, Valve Magazine published an article by ARC Advisory Group consultant Peter Reynolds on how the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) will be instrumental in improving control valve maintenance. Using data and analytics, companies will be able to time … Continue reading →
5 Ways Energy Companies Can Save Money in 2016

Falling oil and natural gas prices have hit the energy industry pretty hard this year. Fortunately, relief is on the horizon. Experts predict prices will gradually start to rise in 2016, though it will take some time before they reach … Continue reading →
How to Survive “The Great Crew Change”

In the oil and gas industry, nearly 50% of the workforce will retire in the next five to seven years, and there aren’t enough younger workers coming in to fill their place. This is being called “The Great Crew Change.” … Continue reading →
What’s New in Actuator Design?

As the industry works to tap new sources of energy and valve technology improves, so does the design of the actuators that power those valves. One could say that valves and actuators are a bit like cars and trucks — … Continue reading →
7 Ways to Reduce Fugitive Emissions Along Your Pipeline

Reducing fugitive emissions, particularly methane, is a major priority in the fight against climate change. The EPA estimates that 45% of total methane emissions come from the production segment of the oil and natural gas industry, and earlier this year, … Continue reading →