Past Events & Webinars - Valve Manufacturers Association of America

Past Events & Webinars

VMA is known for its industry-leading education and networking opportunities. Whether in-person or online, they offer invaluable insights, tips, and cutting-edge strategies tailored specifically for our industry. Stay ahead of the curve and join us at our next event ! In the meantime, explore our collection of past presentations below.

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2025 Valve Forum: Conference & Exhibits

April 8-10, 2025, Orlando, FL

Title: Tariffs Classifications & What to Know about Duties, Fees, and Country of Origin Requirements
Presenter: Robert Imbriani, Executive Vice President, International, Team Worldwide Global Logistics Solutions
Description: An understanding of the Harmonized System is essential for Importers and Exporters alike. Proper classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule or Harmonized Schedule B is a regulatory requirement under the Customs Modernization Act and export control regulations and is important to understand in order to avoid fines, penalties, overpayment of duties, and other regulatory compliance problems.

Title: 2025 Industry Standards Update
Presenter: David Bayreuther, Head of Ball Valve Product Line, Valmet Flow Control
Description: This presentation provided an update to U.S. industry standards organizations as well as international (ISO) standards, and their corresponding published valve standards. Three Industry organizations will be covered including ASME B16 Codes and Standards, API Refining and Manufacturers Standardization Society, and MSS. Important revisions to current and new standards covering valves, flanges, piping components, and quality procedures were discussed

Title: The Importance of the OEM and Repair Shop Relationship
Presenters: Chris Jones, Director of Final Control Services, Midwest Valve Services; Jason Rose, Manager, Technical Services, Velan; Thomas Dillavou, Global Director Accredited Service Providers, Emerson
Description: This session outlined a structured approach to evaluating ball valve leakage performance in accordance with ISO 15848-1 and API 6D Annex M. The results of this study provide a detailed understanding of how different packing materials (Graphite and Reinforced PTFE) and test methods affect valve sealing efficiency under multiple test gases (Helium and Forming Gas made up of 5% Hydrogen and 95% Nitrogen), offering valuable insights into valve performance and reliability in various industrial applications.

Title: Emissions in Rotary Valves: Optimizing Test Parameters to Ensure a Green Tomorrow
Presenters: Ram Viswanathan, Director of Engineering – Ball Valves & Knife Gate Valves, Bray International, Inc. and Justin Bernard, Senior Engineer II, Bray International, Inc.
Description: This session outlined a structured approach to evaluating ball valve leakage performance in accordance with ISO 15848-1 and API 6D Annex M. The results of this study provide a detailed understanding of how different packing materials (Graphite and Reinforced PTFE) and test methods affect valve sealing efficiency under multiple test gases (Helium and Forming Gas made up of 5% Hydrogen and 95% Nitrogen), offering valuable insights into valve performance and reliability in various industrial applications.

Title: Navigating the Basics of U.S. Export Controls
Presenter: Robert Imbriani, Executive Vice President, International, Team Worldwide Global Logistics Solutions
Description: Export controls and compliance with the various U.S. regulations has long been a complex issue for exporters. Determining agency jurisdiction and classification under the appropriate regulations is important to help you expand your global sales, differentiate you from your competition, and help avoid costly delays.

Title: Magnetic Actuation: From Low E to No E
Presenter: David Yakos, CTO, MagDrive Technologies, Inc.
Description: Explore new advancements in magnetically driven valves, the history of development, and the exciting potential of how they can completely encapsulate fugitive emissions from the valve stem. From high temperature to cryogenic; from high torque to control valves, learn the challenges and benefits of magnetically driven valves as we eliminate fugitive emissions from valves altogether

Title: Nitinol for Valves
Presenter: Joe Kellogg, CEO & Founder, Kellogg’s Research Labs
Description: This session discussed the use of nitinol as a new technology for actuator miniaturization, vibration dampening, and durability in valves.

Title: Design for Maintenance & Service
Presenter: Jerry Major, Vice President, Product Engineering, Emerson
Description: Product design includes several critical aspects to achieve the desired quality, reliability, performance, manufacturability and maintainability. This session outlined an approach to product design with a focus on how the design affects maintenance and repair through the lifecycle of the product.

Title: Generative AI to Drive Efficiencies – Relationship Can Only Be Driven by Humans
Presenter: Richard Santucci, President, S&H Strategic Sales Consulting, LLC
Description: As generative AI transforms various business functions, its full impact on sales, strategic planning, and account management remains uncertain. And while AI boosts efficiency, it cannot replace human-to-human customer relationships. Success will depend on how well organizations integrate AI with strategic relationship management. This seminar discussed a proven relationship management framework designed for industrial equipment manufacturers, helping teams advance toward trusted advisor status.

Title: Build America, Buy America: Opportunities, Considerations and What to Know in 2025
Presenter: Dustin Painter, Partner, Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
Description: This session covered the results of the Build America Buy America Act since 2021 and updates. This session also took a deep dive in the explanation and precise interpretation of the material categories (Iron & Steel Compliance, Manufactured Products, Compliance, Construction Materials Compliance). The goal is to provide clarity and assistance for Manufacturers, Specifiers and Customer/End Users on the navigation and understanding concerning the detailed BABAA requirements.

Title: Introduction to Control Valves & Systems
Presenter: Brannon Gant, Control Valve Technical Sales, Setpoint Integrated Solutions, Inc.
Description: This presentation defined control valves, explained what they do and described typical control valve styles, including variations, types and applications. The discussion also included valve sizing and selection, cavitation and flashing, and a brief overview of single loop controllers, control systems and pertinent safety standards.

Title: How to Keep Employees Engaged, Motivated, and Contributing to Your Success
Presenter: Dante Dominick, Sr. Director, Marketing, Intertek Alchemy
Description: This data-driven session tackled one of the top challenges facing our industry: how to retain quality employees. This presentation took a deep dive into research and analysis that provides a roadmap to implement actionable strategies that have been proven to strengthen the performance of your frontline workers while increasing their job satisfaction. The result is a safer, more productive workforce with greater retention. The best practices covered in this session are based on comprehensive research analyzing the training programs of 1,000+ manufacturing facilities.

Title: Advancements in Coating Technologies to Mitigate Fouling
Presenter: Fadila Khelfaoui, Corporate Engineer, Metallurgy, Velan, Inc.
Description: This presentation explored the advanced thin-film coating technologies to mitigate fouling and enhance durability in residue hydrocracking processes. Also discussed were the latest advancements in coating technologies, with an emphasis on their effectiveness in corrosion control and prevention.

Title: Introduction to Butterfly Valves
Presenter: Mitch Anderson, VP, Global Quality, Manufacturing & Sustainability, Bray International, Inc.
Description: This presentation of the quarter-turn valves covers three different butterfly valve designs. Like plug and ball valves, these are very simple to operate. Over the years they have become more and more popular for services no one would have thought possible less than 30 years ago. This presentation discussed the advantages and disadvantages.

Title: Industrial Buying Influence 2025 – Trends and Tactics for Maximizing Marketing Impact
Presenter: Dave Necessary, Executive VP, Marketing & Product, Gardner Business Media
Description: This presentation examines motivations driving industrial buyer and buying behavior and offers practical takeaways for maximining the return on your sales and marketing efforts. It includes a mix of survey and audience data, best practices and successful use cases all aimed at helping you achieve your brand and your business’ marketing goals.

Title: Advances in Powder Metallurgy – Hot Isostatic Pressing for Valve Manufacturing Applications
Presenter: Marc Albert, Principal Lead, Advanced Nuclear Technology, EPRI
Description: This presentation discussed current trends in powder metal technology; current ASTM specs and acceptance within ASME boiler and pressure vessel codes; and opportunities to demonstrate the technology.

Title: Introduction to Solenoids
Presenter: John Molloy, Training Manager, Discrete Automation, Emerson
Description: Solenoid valves are utilized for many different types of fluid control and fluid power applications. The question is, are you ready to learn all the different options available, plus understand when to use each one whether general purpose to critical safety requirements?

Title: Heroes MAKE America – Connecting the Military Community with the Manufacturing Industry
Presenter: Amy Thomas, National Director, Heroes MAKE America, The Manufacturing Institute
Description: The Manufacturing Institute’s Heroes MAKE America initiative collaborates with manufacturers to strengthen the pipeline from military service to manufacturing careers. This program supports military hiring strategies by connecting manufacturers with the broader military community through certification training programs, hiring events, facility tours, career fairs, and other direct engagement opportunities.

Title: Emerging Trends in Valve Automation
Presenter: Jason Hoffbauer, Product Engineer III, Emerson
Description: This presentation addressed the technological advancements in valves and actuators driving the focus and the future of the industry.

Title: Introduction to Check Valves
Presenter: Noah Miller, Applications/Engineered Sales Manager, Check-All Valve
Description: Check valves are used to prevent reverse flow. But are you familiar with the sizing required for your application? Do you know where and when to utilize a check valve? This presentation covered how to approach your application.

Title: Preparing for PFAS Reporting & Other Requirements
Presenter: Cally Edgren, VP Regulatory & Sustainability, Assent, Inc.
Description: There is numerous reporting requirements related to PFAS either already in place or upcoming. Attendees learned about the state and U.S. EPA requirements, along with the Canadian requirements. It also covered information on what is required, and how to go about collecting and submitting your company’s data. Additionally, other considerations and issues to be aware of as your company navigates its response to potential bands on PFAS were reviewed.

Title: Hazards of Onstream Plug Valve Repair
Presenter: Michael Alford, Refining Piping and Valve Specialist, Marathon Petroleum Company
Description: Due to the unique design of plug valves, there have been multiple incidents within the industry during online valve repair activities involving gear operators or actuator mounting brackets that have inadvertently resulted in removal of the top cap/cover bolting while the valve is in service. This presentation looked into some of the common factors between these incidents regarding the valve and gear operator/actuator mounting bracket design that contributed to the incidents, and how the valve industry is trying to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Title: Keynote Address: Practical Sustainability Programs for Valve Manufacturers
Presenter: Mitch Anderson, VP, Global Quality, Manufacturing & Sustainability, Bray International, Inc.
Description: In an era where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, the valve industry stands at a pivotal crossroads. As leaders in this industry, we have the unique opportunity and responsibility to drive positive changes for all our stakeholders—customers, communities, employees, and the environment.

2025 Hydrogen + Energy Valve Summit

April 8, 2025, Orlando, FL

Title: TVA Nuclear Overview
Presenter: Greg Boerschig, Vice President of the Clinch River Project, Tennessee Valley Authority
Description: The Tennessee Valley Authority spoke on their clean energy strategy that maintains affordability, adds capacity to the grid and supports energy security. Today, 55% of TVA’s power supply comes from carbon-free sources – nuclear, hydropower and solar. TVA has the third-largest nuclear fleet in the country. Specifically, learn about TVA’s advanced nuclear organization and plans, and what advanced nuclear designs could mean for suppliers.

Title: Nuclear as Part of Energy’s Future
Presenter: Marc Albert, Principal Lead, Advanced Nuclear Technology, EPRI
Description: With the demand for energy increasing, nuclear is positioned to be a significant source of clean energy growth. In fact, the DOE projects that nuclear power has the potential to triple by 2050. This session explored “new nuclear” including some of the challenges and opportunities in meeting this forecast through advanced nuclear designs.

Title: Hydrogen (and Other Energy) Policy Drivers
Presenter: Aaron Lang, Partner, Foley Hoag, LLP
Description: This session reviewed some of the key external impacts on hydrogen, as well as RNG, LNG and sustainable fuels. Impacts from government policy and regulations and permitting were also covered.

Title: Considerations in Materials & Testing
Presenter: Neil Mendes, CEO, Alpine Polytech
Description: Learn about trends in the energy market, including cutting-edge innovations in material testing and performance to help meet the demand for increased energy.

Title: Energy Demand: Outlook for 2025 and Beyond
Presenter: Amy Stein, Cone Wagner Professor of Law, University of Florida Levin College of Law
Description: This session explored the different forces impacting the increased demand for energy, with a focus on technology and AI. The different types of energy that may be best suited for these areas, and some of the opportunities and challenges facing these energy options were also discussed.

2024 PFAS Implications for Flow Control Industry Conference & Member Exclusive Workshop

November 12-13, 2024, Alexandria, VA

Title: Insurance Considerations
Presenter: Cameron Argetsinger, Shareholder, Anderson Kill
Description: Regardless of the type of insurance your company carries, it is important to understand how insurance companies and actuaries may look at PFAS exposure. This session will review considerations that companies should be reviewing now so that they are ready to have positive conversations with insurance companies on coverage. Types of insurance coverage and where PFAS may or may not be included will also be reviewed.

Title: Industrial Hygiene Programs
Presenter: Michael Larrañaga, PhD, PE, CIH, FAIHA, President and Managing Principal, R.E.M. Risk Consultants and Editor-In-Chief for the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene
Description: “What are some the considerations that companies should be thinking about when employees handle or come into contact with PFAS substances – through either products manufacturing or lubricants and other aids used in the manufacturing process?” “Are there best practices for addressing employee concerns? Presented by an industrial hygienist, this session will address these topics and more, and help manufacturing professionals understand what – if any – changes they may want to consider for their EHS programs.

Title: Legal Liabilities and Disclosures
Presenters: Joe Green, Partner, Environmental and Regulatory, Kelley Drye
Description: There have been comparisons of PFAS to asbestos, especially for the potential of future lawsuits. This session explored if that is in fact a fair comparison and the similarities and differences. Other liability considerations were also covered, including areas impacting exposure, usage, purchasing or selling property, and more. This session explored the importance of working with your supply chain and customers on PFAS issues.

Title: Sealing Industry Perspectives, Research, and Considerations
Presenter: Tim Goedeker, Environmental Specialist, Teadit; Cy Genna, Regulatory Advocacy Leader, Chemours Advanced Performance Materials; Phil Mahoney, Director of Engineering Services for Stationary Equipment, A.W. Chesterton Co.
Description: This session discussed current activities the sealing industry is undertaking in the U.S. and Europe. It explored the challenges of testing methodologies for PFAS and discussed how accepted testing methodologies can show differing results. Technical options that are PFAS free will also be discussed. Following the presentation, a panel discussion will be held.

Title: Research, Testing and Alternatives and End of Life
Presenter: Bruce Calder, VP Consulting Services, Claigan Environmental
Description: Claigan Environmental has established themselves as a leader in helping companies understand why and if restricted materials – from PFAS to conflict minerals – are in their products, and how to comply with global regulations surrounding these materials. They operate an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, and discussed during this session testing outcomes and approaches to understanding PFAS applications and potential considerations for replacements.

Title: PFAS Substances Manufacturer Perspectives
Presenter: Deepak Kapoor, VP & Managing Director, GFL - Gujarat Fluorochemicals GmbH
Description: This session explored how the societal and governmental focus on PFAS is affecting the manufacturers of the substances. Plans to continue to sell the material, sustainability approaches being implemented, environmental, health and safety considerations, as well as other research being undertaken were reviewed. Additionally, the impact of global, federal and local legislative and regulatory activities on the manufacturers was also discussed.

Title: PFAS Substances Manufacturer Perspectives
Presenter: Cy Genna, Regulatory Advocacy Leader, Chemours Advanced Performance
Description: This session explored how the societal and governmental focus on PFAS is affecting the manufacturers of the substances. Plans to continue to sell the material, sustainability approaches being implemented, environmental, health and safety considerations, as well as other research being undertaken were reviewed. Additionally, the impact of global, federal and local legislative and regulatory activities on the manufacturers was also discussed.

Title: Chemical Industry Implications & Regulatory & Legislative Tracking
Presenter: Owen Jappen, Director, Chemical Products and Technology, American Chemistry Council
Description: In addition to being an important end user of flow control products & services, the chemical industry also manufactures PFAS substances. This session with the American Chemistry Council reviewed both regulatory and legislative activity they are tracking at a state, federal and global level; provided some insight into how the industry is looking at new substances, technology and potential feasible replacements; and the challenges this entails given the important benefits some PFAS currently provide.

Title: Broad Considerations and Implications for Flow Control
Presenter: Cally Edgren, Vice President, Sustainability, Assent Inc.
Description: While much of the focus on PFAS to date has been on the technical uses and applications of PFAS in our industry, the implications of a ban or further regulation are much broader. This session reviewed the global PFAS landscape, discussed current regulatory requirements, compliance approaches and considerations, and raised other considerations such as supply chain risks.

Title: Beyond Flow Control – Implications to the Broader Business Community
Presenter: Chuck Chaitovitz, Vice President, Environmental Affairs and Sustainability, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Description: Potential PFAS bans – and the intense focus on the substances – have broad reaching implications beyond flow control. This session provided a holistic look at how the business and broader manufacturing community are impacted by and preparing for a broad PFAS ban and an increased focus on PFAS from regulators, and how the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is helping their members navigate the challenges and prepare for future activities.

2024 Annual Meeting

October 2-4, 2024, Park City, UT

Title: Market Segment Spotlight - Mining
Presenter: Mackenzie Sorensen, Principal Advisor of Strategy and Performance, Rio Tinto Kennecott
Description: Specifically tailored to leaders in the industrial valve industry, this spotlight session on mining industry outlooks provides specific end-use market information such as forecasts and key issues and trends with short- and longer-term horizons.

Title: Market Segment Spotlight - Oil & Gas Industry Outlook
Presenter: John Spears, President, Spears and Associates
Description: Specifically tailored to leaders in the industrial valve industry, this spotlight session on oil and gas industry outlooks provides specific end-use market information such as forecasts and key issues and trends with short- and longer-term horizons.

Title: The Future Workforce
Presenter: John Morehouse, Research Leader, Industrial Products and Construction, Deloitte Research Center for Energy & Industrials
Description: Members repeatedly indicate that workforce challenges remain. Our membership – or industry – isn’t alone in feeling the pinch in fewer workers. Further, worker expectations continue to change. This session will explore these issues and help to provide some insights into programs and activities companies should consider in their workforce approach.

Title: Government Policy: Implications for the Valve Industry
Presenter: Eric McClafferty, Partner, Kelley Drye & Omar Nashashibi, Founder, Inside Beltway
Description: The outcome of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, United States House of Representatives elections and Senate elections will have profound impacts. With about a month to go before the November 5, 2024, election date, this session reviews possible outcomes from the election and explores potential impacts to manufacturers and our industry.

Title: Election 2024
Presenter: Omar Nashashibi, Founder, Inside Beltway
Description: The outcome of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, House of Representatives elections, and Senate elections will have profound impacts. This presentation reviews the potential possible outcomes from the election and explores potential impacts to manufacturers and our industry.

Title: PFAS: Implications and Preparations
Presenter: Heather Rhoderick, President, VMA
Description: The intense focus on PFAS affects almost all our member companies in some way. This presentation dives into the activity and impacts surrounding a potential ban.

Title: Industrial Valve Industry: Wall Street Perspective
Presenter: Michael Halloran, Senior Research Analyst, Managing Director, Robert W. Baird and Company
Description: Hear how those who cover the flow control industry view our industry amidst today’s tricky backdrop. Their views on demand from various end use markets, if the typical cyclical pull-back and recovery cadence can be expected given the environment and surprises of the last few years, and more insights.

Title: Global Perspectives: India
Presenter: R. Ramesh Babu, Managing Director, Velan India
Description: This presentation explores the business climate in India including the political, environmental, and employment, as well as impacts of current topics such as energy, supply chain, PFAS, and net zero efforts.

Title: Complexities of an Energy Transition - and Expansion
Presenter: Dr. Kenneth Medlock, Senior Director, Center for Energy Studies, Rice University
Description: It is clear that higher standards of living, population growth, and increased manufacturing are driving forces behind the world's increasing energy needs. How much energy growth will take place and the mix of energy sources that will provide this growth is less clear. This presentation walks through these complexities and presents other considerations in the energy landscape.

Title: Business Transformation to Gain Focus & Growth
Presenter: Marc Fooksman, 80/20 Expert, Strategex
Description: Businesses are bombarded with constant change, global issues, local issues, social issues, and changing employee and customer expectations. Staying focused on your vision and critical initiatives is vital. Through the lens of the 80/20 philosophy and the value of simplification, this session provides insight into how complexity is negatively impacting the bottom line. Transforming the business will optimize performance at all levels, develop a culture of meaningful results, and focus the entire organization on record levels of operating income and profitable revenue growth.

2024 Market Outlook Workshop

August 1-2, 2024, Oak Brook, IL

Title: Project Outlook for the Chemical & Power Industries Presentation Slides
Presenter: Britt Burt, Global VP Research - Power Industry, Industrial Info Resources
Description: This presentation provides information on the power industry, but also highlights a higher level of chemical industry market forecasts and trends.

Title: Wall Street Perspective Presentation Slides
Presenter: Michael “Pez” Pesendorfer II, Senior Research Associate, Baird
Description: This presentation highlights macroeconomic data points and patterns that Wall Street participants are using to judge the pace and longevity of the industrial recovery across various end user markets.

Title: Water / Wastewater Industry Outlook Presentation Slides
Presenter: Tom Decker, Owner, Thomas E. Decker Consulting
Description: This presentation provides an outlook for the water/wastewater industry including sector specific forecasts. In addition, an analysis of capital spending and sources of funding are covered along with relevant demographic and regulatory factors.

Title: Commercial Construction Industry Outlook Presentation Slides
Presenter: Paul Trombitas, Partner, FMI Consulting
Description: This presentation includes the outlook for the U.S. commercial construction industry, including sector-specific forecasts. In addition, the outlook covers the capital spending outlook for commercial construction and discussion of recent trends.

Title: Oil & Gas Industry Outlook Presentation Slides
Presenter: John Spears, President of Spears and Associates
Description: This presentation provides an outlook on oil and gas industry, including sector-specific forecasts. Also presented were the industry’s capital spending projections and a discussion on recent trends.

Title: Flow Control & Pump Industries Outlook Presentation Slides
Presenter: Heather Rhoderick, President, VMA and Michael Michaud, Executive Director, HI
Description: This presentation includes an update on the current state of the Flow Control Industry, focusing on Pumps and Valves. In addition, it covers the general outlook for these industries and a discussion of recent trends.

2024 Hydrogen Valve Summit

April 9, 2024, Houston, TX

Title: The Energy Transition and Hydrogen Gas Turbines
Presenter: Jim Harper, Technical Lead and Principal, EPRI
Description: This session begins with a review of the energy transition and the drivers and components that are needed to make it clean, affordable, and reliable. The discussion will provide insights into some of the engineering and manufacturing challenges in changing fuel to hydrogen, including hydrogen properties, delivery challenges, storage, materials, and the source of hydrogen— all through the lens of hydrogen gas turbines.

Title: Decarbonizing Natural Gas into Clean Hydrogen
Presenter: Sarah Whitaker, Senior Process Engineer, Modern Hydrogen
Description: Modern Hydrogen, a company working in this space, will cover the pyrolysis process at a high level, the unique value proposition for pyrolysis versus other clean H2 processes, and technical challenges with valves.

Title: Hydrogen Technology: Cryogenic Testing and High-Pressure Gas
Presenter: Jonathan Lu, Eng., Plant Operations and Engineering Manager, United Valve
Description: The recent increase in consumption of hydrogen calls for a new demand in transportation and storage through liquefaction. In this presentation, we discuss modern day practices in cryogenic and high-pressure gas testing and the challenges with valves when facing such complexity. Also, a brief look into more stringent testing criteria and allowable leakage requirements being developed and utilized for use in hydrogen service.

Title: Testing and Applications of Valves in Hydrogen Service
Presenter: Brendan Leslie, Sustainability Sales Engineer, Emerson; Morgan Cummings, Business Development Manager, Emerson
Description: Hydrogen service can be highly destructive to valves and accessories, so components for these processes must be specified accordingly. In this session we will discuss key control valve and pressure regulator applications, material testing and options for long service life, along with leak testing best practices to reduce product loss during plant operation.

Title: Classification of Valves with ISO 15848-1 Using Different Media (Helium, Methane/Epansion to Hydrogen)
Presenter: Stefan Hufnagel, Business Development Manager, Amtec North America, Inc.
Description: This presentation provides an overview of the test standard with the different specifications including temperature classes and thermal cycles, tightness classes, mechanical cycles and endurance classes. The test preparation of both the test bench and the test valve and the implementation of the individual test steps are presented. The leakage measurement with various test media and measurement methods are discussed in more detail.

Title: Evaluating Lubricated Plug Valve Sealant Compatibility in Hydrogen Gas Service
Presenter: Ochuko E. Ifie, Senior Engineer, Flowserve
Description: Following the energy transition trend to switch from natural gas to hydrogen while utilizing existing infrastructure, it has become necessary to evaluate the lubricated plug valve and a key component: the sealant for hydrogen gas compatibility. The lubricated plug valve sealant has the dual function to provide tight shut off sealing and lubrication for ease of valve operation. This paper focuses on the sealant and provides an evidence-based test methodology to verify the sealant compatibility in hydrogen gas service.

2024 Valve Forum

April 9-11, Houston TX

Title: Compliance with EPA’s New PFAS Reporting Rule
Presenter: Joe Green, Partner, Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
Description: EPA’s new PFAS Reporting Under TSCA Section 8(a)(7) rule, which was announced on October 11, 2023, has implications for industrial valve manufacturers, distributors and suppliers who manufacture or import products containing PFAS materials, including PTFE. While it is only a one-time reporting requirement, the rule asks for information from 2011 forward and has a reporting deadline of either May or November of 2025. This session will review this rule to understand any implications and requirements for your company.

Title: Demystifying Marketing Data for Manufacturing
Presenter: Alex Devine, President, VSG Marketing
Description: As manufacturing business leaders and marketers, we see a LOT of data: from operations to finance, and sales to marketing. Making sense of it all to make good decisions can be a complex endeavor! In this session, you’ll hear a fun and easy-to-understand breakdown of critical metrics for marketing success. Leave with information on what matters when it comes to the bottom line, and find clarity to commonly used marketing data terminology, such as web stats - visitors and impressions; conversion; and stages of the funnel. What's the difference between MQL (Marketing Qualified Lead) vs. SQL (Sales Qualified Lead)? And how should ROAS (Return on Ad Spend) be calculated? Finally, is there a reasonable ROI on marketing activities? This session will help marketers and those whose job isn’t marketing determine what’s worth it and what’s not, and how marketing can be a revenue generator and not a cost center.

Title: 2024 Fire and Fugitive Emission Test Standards for Valves, Packing and Gaskets Updates
Presenter: Matt Wasielewski, Founder & General Manager, Yarmouth Research and Technology, LLC
Description: After some delay due to the pandemic, in 2023, the API Committee on Refinery Equipment (CRE) published new editions of API 622, 624 and 641. These are the three primary fugitive emission testing standards for downstream valves and packing. Each standard now has the option to test up to 750F. The upstream side of API is also active in writing its first fugitive emission standard API 6Y, which will cover a variety of valves and test conditions. While ISO 15848-1 and -2 standards are not scheduled for revision for another year or so, ISO is working on a new test standard for stem seals. For fire testing, the most common API standards 607 and 6FA have had recent releases, and a new test of packing and flange gaskets is in near release. Come learn what’s new and what’s coming down the pipeline (pun intended) for these important industry updates.

Title: The Sustainability Mindset: Understanding Carbon Footprints
Presenter: Laura Chemler, Sustainability Industry Manager for Measurement Instrumentation, Emerson
Description: Sustainability can be an overwhelming topic and it’s difficult to know where to start when presented with supplier surveys and ambitious sustainability targets. This presentation will help you understand where to start, what to measure for sustainability metrics, and how to embed sustainability into your business with a sustainability mindset. You’ll learn about programs and resources available, and where you can learn more to continue on your sustainability journey.

Title: Gasket Assembly Techniques
Presenter: Russ Currie, Director of Engineering and Technology, Flexitalic
Description: This session features a live demonstration rig to illustrate the effect of friction on the generation of bolt stress from a given torque for different scenarios, the effect of using a controlled versus uncontrolled gasket assembly technique, and the effect of gasket construction on the developed bolt torque. Attendees will learn the importance of controlling friction in a flange bolted assembly and using a recognized "bolt up" procedure.

Title: Finding, Training, and Retaining New Employees
Presenter: Rachael Mauer, President, German American Chamber of Commerce, Pittsburg Chapter
Description: This presentation will discuss the topics of apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeships, and other models for successful employee recruitment and retention in today's competitive environment.

Title: Oxygen Clean Best Practices
Presenter: Gwenael Chiffoleau, Ph.D., CEO & Principal Scientist, WHA International, Inc.
Description: Many catastrophic oxygen fires have occurred due to inadequate cleanliness of valves. Cleaning valves for oxygen service helps mitigate the risk of contaminant ignition and fire. Cleaning represents one of many steps that are considered clean processes. Once the parts of a valve are cleaned, the remaining stages of manufacturing must ensure cleanliness is preserved. These post-cleaning stages typically involve inspection, assembly, testing, final inspection and preservation before shipment. This presentation reviews best practices for manufacturing oxygen clean valves outlined in references such as CGA G-4.1 (harmonized with EIGA Doc 33) and ASTM G93, along with WHA International’s experience and research in the field of oxygen clean processes. The presentation also addresses the quality expectations associated with clean processes referenced in section 13 of CGA G-4.14 and EIGA Doc 200 for valve manufacturers. As a supplemental section, cleaning requirements for hydrogen service will also be introduced.

Title: Valves for Hydrogen Fluoride (HF) Alkylation Service
Presenter: Paul Heald, Vice President of Product Engineering, Specialties & China Operations, Bonney Forge
Description: This session provides an in-depth review and open discussion of the MSS standards TC-410 (Severe & Special Service Valves) current draft for SP-160 (Valves for Hydrogen Fluoride (HF) Alkylation Service).

Title: Build America, Buy America - Opportunities, Considerations and What You Need to Know
Presenter: Dustin Painter, Partner, Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
Description: Enacted in 2021 as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the Build America Buy America Act established domestic procurement for iron, steel and manufacturing for certain infrastructure projects receiving government funding. This session will cover results of the Act since 2021 and updates. This presentation takes a deep dive in the explanation and precise interpretation of the material categories (Iron & Steel Compliance, Manufactured Products, Compliance, Construction Materials Compliance). The goal is to provide clarity and assistance for Manufacturers, Specifiers and Customer/End Users on the navigation and understanding concerning the detailed BABAA requirements. Whether your company qualifies or doesn’t for Build America Buy America, or if you aren’t sure, this session will help explain what it means to you and the impacts it is having.

Title: Evaluating Materials Compatibility for Oxygen Service
Presenter: Ning Sun, Materials Manager, Valmet Flow Control
Description: With today’s increased focus on clean energy systems comes the need to assure materials for valve components are suitable for the fluid exposures in the application. When the application involves gases such as Oxygen, there are many specific considerations on material compatibility that are required from a safety standpoint. Standard test methods are available for evaluating material compatibility in applications involving oxygen-rich environment. In this presentation we will review some material tests specifications that help generate the data critical in determining material suitability for O2 service. The focus will be on non-metallic materials. Examples of some non-metallic material tests performed at several different testing facilities will be used to illustrate possible different approaches on material testing.

Title: Small Modular Reactors (SMRs): Current Trends and Where They’re Headed
Presenter: Kurt Christianson, PE, Program Manager, Enertech, Nuclear Division, Curtiss-Wright
Description: Small Modular Reactors (SMR’s) are designed for electricity generation, with theoretical applications like process steam and hydrogen generation. This presentation will describe the main types of SMR designs and provide an overview of valve applications and design code requirements. Valve applications may use specialized design codes, or common commercial standards. The presentation will look at these design codes, commercial standards, and supply chain considerations for valve manufacturers.

Title: Valve Automation Trends
Presenter: Jason Hoffbauer, Senior Engineer, Emerson; Matt Christopherson, Engineering Manager, Emerson
Description: This session will focus on how actuators are being adopted into the evolving hydrogen applications, the continued efforts of emissions control and decarbonization, the electric actuation market and its evolving trends, and the importance of industry standards and regulations to ensure overall safety. These topics are driving the focus and future of the industry.

Title: Case Study: Hydrogen Fuel Cell for Forklifts
Presenter: Jeremy Funkhouser, Operations Engineering Manager, Valmet Flow Control
Description: This session presents a case study on the justification and implementation of a hydrogen fuel cell system for forklifts in a manufacturing facility. It will discuss how fuel cells work, battery replacement considerations, CO2 reductions, overview of the system and fill stations, safety features, construction design and progression, as well as important lessons learned.

Title: 2024 US Industry Standards Update
Presenter: Carlos Davila, PE, Product Manager, Crane ChemPharma & Energy
Description: This presentation will provide an update to US Industry standards organizations and their corresponding published valve standards. Three Industry organizations will be covered including ASME B16 Codes and Standards, API Refining and Manufacturers Standardization Society, and MSS. Important revisions to current and new standards covering valves, flanges, piping components, and quality procedures will be discussed.

Title: The Ever-Changing Workforce and Legal Landscape
Presenter: Jack Wisdom, Partner, Martin, Disiere, Jefferson & Wisdom, LLP
Description: AI, hybrid work, DEI, new roles of technology, hiring and retention . . . these and other workforce and human resources topics are top of mind for industrial companies. Contributors such as a aging workforce in many manufacturing companies and changes in expectations from employees since the pandemic mean that companies of all sizes are evaluating their legal employment policies and approaches. This session explores these topics as well as other trends in employment law that everyone – whether in the human relations or not – should be taking into consideration as they hire, manage, and work with everyone in their company.

2023 Annual Meeting

September 27-29, 2023, in Savannah, Georgia

Title: U.S., Canadian and Global Economic Outlook: Flow & Motion Solutions
Presenter: Michael Halloran, Senior Research Analyst & Managing Director, Baird
Description: This session explores the current economic indicators affecting the valve industry and provides various viewpoints on how companies should be forecasting and planning.

Title: U.S., Canadian and Global Economic Outlook: Will the Landing be Soft?
Presenter: Ken Matheny, Ph.D., Consultant and former Senior Economist, S&P Global Market Intelligence
Description: This session explores the current economic indicators affecting the valve industry and provides various viewpoints on how companies should be forecasting and planning.

Title: Government Policy: International Trade Update for the Valve Industry
Presenter: Eric McClafferty, Partner, Kelley Drye
Description: VMA’s legal counsel and government affairs advisors will review current legislative, regulatory and trade issues affecting the industry valve industry. Topics include PFAS, infrastructure, workforce, tariffs, taxes, and more. Additionally discussed will be the contrary messages of the Biden Administration to support and grow US manufacturing, while at the same time increasing regulatory burdens and permitting barriers across many sectors and customers of the valve industry.

Title: Government Policy: Regulatory and Congressional Update
Presenter: Omar Nashashibi, Partner, The Franklin Group
Description: VMA’s legal counsel and government affairs advisors will review current legislative, regulatory and trade issues affecting the industry valve industry. Topics include PFAS, infrastructure, workforce, tariffs, taxes, and more. Additionally discussed will be the contrary messages of the Biden Administration to support and grow US manufacturing, while at the same time increasing regulatory burdens and permitting barriers across many sectors and customers of the valve industry.

Title: Energy, International Relations, & Industrial Policy in a Tense World
Presenter: Scott McKnight, PhD, Munk School of Global Affairs, University of Toronto
Description: What is the true extent of the energy crisis that news media, think tanks and others refer to continually, and how do global politics impact this. Closer to home, how are the US and Canadian oil and gas policies impacting our customers and each companies own energy usage and costs. If you missed his talk last year, Dr. Scott McKnight shared his well-received views on China, and this year he’ll also provide an update on China geo-politics but spend more time on his other passion...the oil and gas industry.

Title: The Drivers of Disruption: Navigating the Uncertain Economy of 2024
Presenter: Todd Hirsch, Director of Energy Transition Centre, and Former Bank VP and Chief Economist
Description: During the program’s final session, our speaker reviews and provides a futurist’s insight into the issues discussed over the past three days as well as other current topics like workforce. He’ll also provide tools leaders can use to help navigate their businesses to success while taking into account the impacts of the economy, geo-politics, and business and societal trends.

Title: Water and Wastewater Is Going Yard
Presenter: Tom Decker, Owner, Thomas E. Decker Consulting, LLC
Description: How much longer is growth projected for this industry? Is there an end in sight, and what are some key indicators to watch. And has the infrastructure money started flowing yet? Find out!

Title: Power Market Outlook
Presenter: Lyle White, President, LWSC Consulting
Description: This session will explore global and U.S. specific trends affecting the power market and power supply industry, with a specific focus on renewables, hydrogen, EV & batteries, nuclear and fossil fuels disrupters in the industry like climate change and regulatory items will also be reviewed.

Title: Environmental Social Governance
Presenter: Madelyn Tutewiler, Director of ESG, MiddleGround Capital
Description: Customers, employees, government entities and society are demanding more transparency and reporting on company sustainability efforts. Whether you are looking to get started with documenting sustainability efforts, have had efforts in place for years, or are somewhere in the middle, this session will provide insights into customer expectations, today’s practices, what to consider when tracking, ways to get employees involved, and more.

2023 Market Outlook Workshop

August 3-4, 2022, in Rosemont, Illinois

Title: Flow & Motion Solutions: A Wall Street Perspective
Presenter: Michael Halloran, Senior Research Analyst, Managing Director, Baird; Michael Pesendorfer, Senior Research Associate, Baird
Description: This presentation highlights macroeconomic data points and patterns that Wall Street participants are using to judge the pace and longevity of the industrial recovery across various end user markets.

Title: U.S. Construction Industry Outlook
Presenter: Jay Bowman, FMI Corporation
Description: This presentation covers the outlook for the U.S. commercial construction industry, including sector specific forecasts. In addition, it covers the capital spending outlook for commercial construction and discussion of recent trends.

Title: The Water and Wastewater Market Goes Back to the Future
Presenter: Tom Decker, Thomas E. Decker Consulting
Description: This presentation covers the outlook for the water/wastewater industry including sector specific forecasts. In addition, it includes an analysis of capital spending and sources of funding, along with relevant demographic and regulatory factors.

Title: Dynamics in the Pulp and Paper Sector
Presenter: Soile Kilpi, Director, AFRY Management Consulting
Description: This presentation provides an outlook for the pulp and paper industry, including sector specific forecasts. In addition, it covers the capital spending outlook for pulp and paper and discussion of recent trends.

Title: Where Do We Go from Here? Outlook for the Worldwide Upstream Oil and Gas Industry
Presenter: John Spears, President, Spears and Associates
Description: This presentation covers the oil and gas industry, including sector specific forecasts. In addition, it covers the capital spending outlook for oil and gas and discussion of recent trends.

Title: Power Market Outlook
Presenter: Lyle White, President, LWSC Consulting
Description: This session explores global and U.S. specific trends affecting the power market and power supply industry, as well reviews future issues and opportunities that the flow control industry should be considering as they plan their forecasts and activities in this quickly evolving market.

Title: Chemical Industry Outlook
Presenter: Dave Yankovitz, US Chemicals Market Leader, Deloitte
Description: This presentation provides the outlook for the US chemical industry, including sector specific forecasts. In addition, it covers the capital spending outlook for US chemicals and discussion of recent trends and rivers.

Title: Liquefied Natural Gas Industry Outlook
Presenter: Jacques Rousseau, Managing Director, CV Energy
Description: This presentation provides the outlook for the LNG industry, including sector specific forecasts. In addition, it covers the capital spending outlook for LNG and discussion of recent trends.

2022 Annual Meeting

September 7-9, 2022, in Santa Barbara, California

Title: International Trade: Key Issues for the Industry
Presenter: Eric McClafferty, Partner, Kelley Drye
Description: VMA’s legal counsel and government affairs advisors review current legislative issues surrounding infrastructure, “Buy America", tariffs, taxes, and more. U.S. international relations and policies are also discussed, especially as they pertain to taxes, tariffs, and recent global activities.

Title: Market Segment Spotlight: Oil and Gas
Presenter: John Spears, President, Spears and Associates
Description: The petroleum industry has been hit with one of the biggest downturns in its history. It is recovering amid shortages of material, equipment, and labor; disruptions arising from the conflict in Ukraine; and government efforts to accelerate energy transition. This session provides an analysis of what’s in store for this market, and considerations for short, medium- and long-range planning for companies involved in the oil/gas value chain.

Title: Can the U.S. Avoid Recession in 2022?
Presenter: Ken Matheny, Ph.D., Executive Director and Senior Economist, US Economics, S&P Global Market Intelligence
Description: This session explores the current economic indicators affecting the valve industry and provides various viewpoints on how companies should be forecasting and planning.

Title: Keep Your Top Talent from Becoming Someone Else's
Presenter: Lisa Ryan, Chief Appreciation Strategist, Grategy
Description: Companies spend a lot of time, money, and effort hiring employees; losing them is expensive. In today's employee-centric market, where it's hard enough to attract good people to take on manufacturing, distribution, or industrial trade careers, it's even more important to create a workplace environment that keeps the skilled workers you already have. We’ll explore how to engage all types of employees through actionable strategies that drive commitment to the company and the mission, share best practices to connect with a remote workforce, assess ways to attract and retain the industry's best people, and ideas to help capture and transfer knowledge between employees and build engagement across multigenerational teams.

Title: Process Controls: A Wall Street Perspective for the Valve Manufacturers Association
Presenter: Michael Halloran, Senior Research Analyst, Baird; Michael Pesendorfer, Research Associate, Baird
Description: This session explores the current economic indicators affecting the valve industry and provides various viewpoints on how companies should be forecasting and planning.

Title: Dealing with a Bolder China
Presenter: Scott McKnight, Ph.D., Lupina Foundation Innovation Policy Lab, University of Toronto
Description: Whether you do business in China, with Chinese companies, or not at all, China’s policies and economy makes an impact. This session provides insights to better understand the implications of China’s economic and political policies to American and Canadian companies, especially as it pertains to energy and innovation.

Title: Policy, Contractual, and Occupational Health and Safety Considerations
Presenter: Stuart Ducoffe, Founder & Senior Advisor, e2r Solutions
Description: This session explores issues confronting employers and company leaders in the post-pandemic return to work environment including the implementation of the hybrid return to work model, occupational health, and safety challenges as well as contractual issues. It also touches on recommended approaches to attracting and retaining talent in the manufacturing sector in such capacities as production, administration, sales and marketing.

Title: Market Segment Spotlight: Water/Wastewater: Up, Up and Away
Presenter: Tom Decker, Thomas E. Decker Consulting
Description: While this market has been solid over the past few years, how will a new focus on the need for infrastructure enhancements and an influx of funding available continue to affect it? And how will inflation and the economy affect the market? This session discusses the potential to expand business opportunities and other trends and forecasts affecting the industry.

2022 Market Outlook Workshop

August 3-4, 2022 (Virtual)

Title: Prospering Through the Changes in 2023
Presenter: Connor Lokar, Senior Forecaster, ITR Economics
Description: 2022 is winding down as we prepare for the challenges and ongoing uncertainties of 2023. The decelerating rate of rise that characterized many industries in 2022 will linger into the first half of 2023 for many. This presentation presents business strategies and tactics that address the projected changes in the economic landscape.

Title: Mine 2022: A Critical Transition
Presenter: Doug Anderson, Principal, PwC
Description: The world's Top 40 miners posted stellar financial results in 2021. Revenue rose by 32% and net profit soared by 126%. Combined with their strong performance in 2020, the Top 40 are in excellent financial shape. But how long the miners can continue their record run is unclear. This forecast sees revenues growing but rising costs putting pressure on margins.

Title: U.S. Construction Outlook
Presenter: Jay Bowman, Partner, FMI Corporation
Description: After a decade of expansion, the U.S. construction industry must now respond to economic headwinds, supply chain disruptions, and other obstacles. However, opportunities persist. This presentation explains the current and emerging risks to continued expansion and how stakeholders should prepare for them to not merely survive the next few years but thrive.

Title: Outlook for the Worldwide Upstream Oil and Gas Industry
Presenter: John Spears, President, Spears and Associates
Description: As the petroleum industry recovers from one of the biggest downturns in its history amid shortages of material, equipment and labor, disruptions arising from the conflict in Ukraine, and government efforts to accelerate energy transition, what does this mean for the future of the industry and the way it operates?

Title: Chemical Industry Outlook
Presenter: Martha Moore, Chief Economist, American Chemistry Council
Description: This presentation provides the outlook for the U.S. and global chemical industry, including sector specific forecasts. In addition, it covers the capital spending outlook for U.S. chemicals and discussion of recent trends and rivers.

Title: Process Controls: A Wall Street Perspective for the VMA and HI
Presenter: Michael Halloran, Senior Research Analyst, Baird; Michael Pesendorfer, Research Associate, Baird
Description: This presentation highlights macroeconomic data points and patterns that Wall Street participants are using to judge the pace and longevity of the industrial recovery across various end user markets. Baid also provides their view on the industrial/economic cycle reviewing the puts and takes associated with their expectations.

Title: Competitive Market Impacts on Customers and Reliability
Presenter: Nancy Bagot, Senior Vice President, Electric Power Supply Association
Description: This session gives an overview of the competitive power market, and discusses emission reductions, cost savings, international markets, challenges, carbon policy, reliability, and growth.

Title: A Growth Recession, or Worse?
Presenter: Simona Mocuta, Chief Economist, State Street Global Advisors
Description: An update on the state of play for the global economy and a discussion of key risks to the outlook.

Title: Packaging, Tissue, and Paper Sector - Recovery with Challenges
Presenter: Soile Kilpi, Director, AFRY Management Consulting
Description: This presentation covers recent developments in the North American markets and global trends that have an impact on the domestic producers. Demand growth, supply side moves, and investment activity are the key topics covered.

Title: Hydropower Market Outlook
Presenter: Tim Oakes, Vice President, Kleinschmidt Associates
Description: This presentation reports on key findings of the "2021 Ear to the River Survey" of North American hydro owners.

Title: Water and Wastewater: The Impending Bonanza
Presenter: Tom Decker, Partner, FMI Corporation
Description: Funding from ARPA and the IIJA will boost an already solid water and wastewater market that has shown steady growth over the last five years. How this federal fiscal influx will come into play is covered as well as other market drivers and technologies that have the potential to expand business opportunities for valve and pump manufacturers.

Webinars

Title: One Big Beautiful Bill Favors Manufacturing
Presenter: Michael Devereux, Partner, WIPFLI
Date: August 29, 2025
Description: Originally presented on August 27, 2025. A member exclusive webinar tailored specifically for valve manufacturers, where we delve into the transformative tax reforms introduced by the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB). Signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025, the OBBB builds upon the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) by reversing unintended tax burdens on manufacturers, making permanent lower individual rates, and introducing new incentives to boost domestic production and innovation. In this session, we will break down the key provisions of the OBBB and their specific implications for the valve manufacturing sector

Title: August 11, 2025 Tariff Update Webinar
Presenters: Eric McClafferty, Partner, Kelley Drye; Omar Nashishibi, Owener, Inside Beltway; Heather Rhoderick, President, VMA
Published: August 15, 2025
Description: Originally presented on August 11, 2025 as a webinar, "Tariff Actions & Implications to the VMA Members". This document includes the presentation slides and a link to the webinar recording.

Title: HVOF Coatings for Severe Service Ball Valves
Presenter: Kelly Songer, Director of Valve Services, Precision Spray & Coatings
Date: June 26, 2025
Description: HVOF is a thermal spray process that involves spraying molten or heated material onto a surface at high velocity, creating a dense and durable coating. Chrome carbide, applied via HVOF, is particularly effective due to its exceptional hardness, wear resistance, and ability to withstand high-temperature environments. These characteristics make chrome carbide an ideal coating for ball valves that are subjected to erosive and corrosive conditions. This presentation explored the characteristics, selection and benefits of HVOF coatings for severe service ball valves.

Title: VMA Mid-Year Member Report & Tariff Update Available
Presenters: Kirk Wilson, President, Flowserve (VMA Chairman of the Board); Rachel Hollinger, EVP, DeZURIK; Heather Rhoderick, President, VMA
Date: June 25, 2025
Description: Ongoing legal challenges have left the IEEPA, Section 232, and Section 301 intact —for now. This webinar provided updates on the ongoing legal challenges related to the IEEPA, Section 232, and Section 301 tariffs. Topics covered included current tariffs in effect (including reciprocal tariffs), key court decisions and their potential implications, and strategic insights to help members prepare for possible outcomes. The session also included a brief mid-year VMA business meeting, which highlighted major initiatives and previewed activities, and member services planned for the remainder of 2025.

Title: Heroes MAKE America: Connecting the Military Community with the Manufacturing Industry
Presenter: Amy Thomas, National Director, Heroes MAKE America, The Manufacturing Institute
Date: June 18, 2025
Description: This is the recording of the 'Heroes MAKE America: Connecting the Military Community with the Manufacturing Industry' webinar. The Manufacturing Institute's Heroes MAKE America initiative collaborates with manufacturers to strengthen the pipeline from military service to manufacturing careers. This program supports military hiring strategies by connecting manufacturers with the broader military community through certification training programs, hiring events, facility tours, career fairs, and other direct engagement opportunities.

Title: Trump 2.0: Valve Industry Implications
Presenters: Eric McClafferty, Partner, Kelley Drye; Omar Nashishibi, Owner, Inside Beltway; Heather Rhoderick, President, VMA
Date: April 4, 2025
Description: This is the recording of the VMA's 'Trump 2.0: Valve Industry Implications' webinar. President Trump's administration has made many policy and other changes since he was sworn in on January 20, 2025. Some of these changes are expected and take place each time there is a change in administration, and some are new approaches or ways to implement change throughout the government. Either way, companies need to understand the policies and changes affecting the industrial valve industry and how these changes could impact their operations.

Title: Tariff Primer Webinar
Presenters: Eric McClafferty, Partner, Kelley Drye; Carolyn Schroll, Special Counsel, Kelley Drye; Heather Rhoderick, President, VMA
Date: December 11,2024
Description: Given all the activity and comments from President Trump on tariffs, the Government Affairs Committee is developing information to help members understand the tariff process and potential impacts so that these insights can be incorporated into your planning. This short 30-min webinar by VMA’s trade experts from Kelley Drye provides a short tariff “primer”, including potential tariff’s being discussed by President Trump, a description of the different ways tariff’s could be put in place and how soon this could happen, or how they could be challenged, as well as information on current trade agreements including when they may be changed or revoked. Regardless of how your company, supply chains, or vendor and customer relations are structured, this webinar provides background information to help you plan.

Title: Complexities of an Energy Transition - and Expansion
Presenter: Dr. Kenneth Medlock, Senior Director, Center for Energy Studies, Rice University
Date: October 23, 2024
Description: It is clear that higher standards of living, population growth, and increased manufacturing are driving forces behind the world's increasing energy needs. How much energy growth will take place and the mix of energy sources that will provide this growth is less clear. This presentation walks through these complexities and presents other considerations in the energy landscape.

Title: Valve Industry Implications: Understanding New EPA PFAS Reporting Rule
Presenter: Joe Green, Partner, Kelley Drye
Date: January 18, 2024
Description: EPA's new PFAS Reporting Under TSCA Section 8(a)(7) rule, which was announced on October 11, 2023, has implications for industrial valve manufacturers, distributors and suppliers who manufacture or import products containing PFAS materials, including PTFE. While it is only a one-time reporting requirement, the rule asks for information from 2011 forward and has a reporting deadline of either May or November of 2025. VMA encourages all member companies to review this rule to understand any implications and requirements for your company.

Title: Unpacking the Mysteries of the Triple Offset Butterfly Valve
Presenter: Mitch Anderson, VP – Global Quality, Manufacturing & Sustainability, Bray International, Inc.
Date: July 27, 2023
Description: Discover the advantages of Triple Offset Butterfly Valves in this informative webinar. Learn how their unique metal-seated, triple offset design overcomes the limitations of traditional valves—delivering superior performance, durability, and reliability in demanding fluid control applications.

Title: The Industrial Manufacturing Advertising & Marketing Landscape
Presenter: Gardner Business Media - Valve Magazine
Date: March 16, 2023
Description: The VALVE Magazine team from Gardner Business Media shared insights into how the industrial manufacturing sector—and VALVE readers specifically—approach marketing and advertising. The session covered trends in content and ad engagement
across print and digital platforms, supported by Gardner’s industry research and web analytics.

Title: Valve Standards - A Look Behind the Scenes
Presenter: Greg Johnson, President, United Valve
Date: February 28, 2023
Description: This webinar explored the origins of the many important valve standards used in North America. The session provided who developed these standards, why they were created, and how they gain approval and industry acceptance. It also covered an
overview of key standards organizations and highlighted the history of significant oil & gas valve standards. A list of critical industry standards and their applications was also shared.

Title: Accelerating Digital Transformation Process Hydrocarbon & Chemical
Presenter: John Molloy, Manager - Sales Training, Emerson
Date: December 7, 2022
Description: This presentation explores how digital transformation—powered by IIoT, smart manufacturing, and advanced analytics—can optimize operations in the hydrocarbon and chemical sectors. It outlines key industry challenges, showcases Emerson’s integrated technologies, and highlights real-world use cases demonstrating improved safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency.

Title: An Additive Manufacturing Journey: Moving from R&D to Valve Manufacturing
Presenter: Rebecca Rutishauser, Director of Factory Automation, Emerson
Date: November 17, 2022
Description: Originally presented on November 17, 2022, by Rebecca Rutishauser, Director of Factory Automation at Emerson, the recording of this members-only webinar has been made available for your viewing.

Title: Slipping Into Recession: How Deep, How Broad, and for How Long?
Presenter: Chris Varvares, Co-Head of Economics, S&P Global Market Intelligence
Date: October 20, 2022
Description: Originally presented on October 20, 2022, by Chris Varvares, Co-Head of Economics at S&P Global Market Intelligence, the recording of this members-only webinar has been made available for your viewing.

Title: Valve Materials - Applications & NDE
Presenter: Mitch Anderson, VP – Global Quality, Manufacturing & Sustainability, Bray International, Inc.
Date: June 22, 2022
Description: This presentation explored two advanced topics in valve materials. The first focused on materials suited for challenging applications such as hydrogen sulfide (H₂S/sour gas), hydrofluoric acid (HF), and hydrogen service. The second segment provided an overview of non-destructive examination (NDE) techniques for metallic valve materials, including case studies highlighting various valve material failures.

Title: Valve Materials - Quarter Turn Valves
Presenter: Mitch Anderson, VP – Global Quality, Manufacturing & Sustainability, Bray International, Inc.
Date: June 7, 2022
Description: This webinar took a closer look at common construction materials for quarter-turn valves. It covered materials used for key components, the reasons behind their selection, and how they can be properly specified. The session also reviewed typical coatings used in these valves, explaining their purpose and when they should be considered based on service conditions.
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Title: Implications of Biden’s “Buy American” Policies
Presenter: Dustin Painter, Partner, Kelley Drye
Date: April 14, 2021
Description: Partner from the Kelly Drye Government Relations and Public Policy practice discuss the 2021 Executive Orders and Rules pertaining to the push to support American made products, which have significant implications for iron and steel products.

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