Issue 6 – August 2025
Valve World Americas Expo & Conference 2025 Review
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VALVE INNOVATION ACROSS
Maintaining Flow Control Actuators for Severe Applications
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SPECIAL TOPIC: OIL & GAS
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SPECIAL SPECIAL TOPIC TOPIC: HYDROGEN: ACTUATION & RENEWABLE & AUTOMATION ENERGY
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• CONTENTS JUNE 2026 •
TECH TALK
Engineering Parameters for Selecting Valve End Connections
SPECIAL TOPIC
The Critical Role of Valves in Geothermal Energy
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Valve end connections define how valves join to piping systems. This article reviews common end connection types and key criteria for optimal performance.
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The world is looking for cleaner energy on an industrial scale and high-performance valves play a significant role in producing renewable energy from geothermal sources.
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MEETING POINT......................... 14 GLOBAL HIGHLIGHTS MAP................ 34 INNOVATIONS AND SOLUTIONS........... 38 INDUSTRY UPDATES...................... 40
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Engineering Parameters for Selecting Valve End Connections
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The Essentials of Air Valves Explained
In water piping systems, air valves are critical for system functionality. Aquestia’ s Laurent Dupuis explains why he stresses this message when discussing these valves for water applications.
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