Since its founding in 1938, Valve Manufacturers Association (VMA) members – consisting of both manufacturers and suppliers to the industry, as well as valve repair organizations – have played an integral role in supporting the manufacturing of productsessential to improving the quality of life of the public and protecting the planet. VMA is the only North American trade association that represents the interests of manufacturers, suppliers and distributors of valves, actuators and controls.

VMA serves the growth and innovation of the US and Canadian industrial valve industry globally by providing the central forum to enhance a positive business operating environment, increase knowledge and collaboration, advance technology innovations, and facilitate business and government connections. VMA focuses on three core pillars community, education and government affairs, which are designed to help member companies connect, learn, and compete more effectively.

Designed for anyone who uses, specifies, manufactures or services valves and actuators and other flow control products and components, Valve News: Powered by SmartBrief provides a weekly snapshot of valve industry news from leading sources, including VMA’s Valve Magazine. These summaries are written by expert editors and save you time while keeping you informed on the issues most pertinent to your role.

The Valve Manufacturers Association has partnered with SmartBrief, the leading online publisher of targeted business news and information by industry, to produce and distribute this free weekly newsletter. With a deep bench of editorial expertise, SmartBrief filters thousands of sources daily to deliver the most relevant industry news in partnership with more than 180 trade associations, professional societies, nonprofits and corporate entities.