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The Rise and Fall and Rise Again of Nuclear Power

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Industry News 12 Standards Spotlight 13 VMA News • Perspectives • VMA/VRC News Updates • Calendar 32 Valve Basics: Eccentric Plug 36 VMA and VRC Member Roster 40 Industry Profile: Stuart Prestridge 40 Advertising Index

18 While some countries have worked to phase it out in favor of sustainable renewables, others are embracing it and adding even more to their fleets.

BY HEATHER GAYNOR

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HVOF Coatings for Severe Service Valves Chrome carbide is one coating that can be applied during manufacturing or repairs of valves.

How Much Carbon Can 3D-Printing Valve Components Save? Additive manufacturing is often assumed to be more sustainable, but is it? One study says yes. BY BERTRAND MAILLON

Refl ections on Leadership: Lessons Learned Giving your team autonomy and always listening and learning leads to strong, confident teams. BY ANDY DUFFY

Latest Launches High-precision positioner More consistent batch processing Expanded sanitary valve line Modular power solutions for data centers

BY KELLY SONGER

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