Flow Systems

Big news! Gulf Energy Information has acquired Empowering Pumps & Equipment, and together we're launching Flow Systems. Same commitment to connecting industry. A bigger vision for the entire flow system. Read founder Charli Matthews Carruth's letter: empoweringpumps.com/a-new-ch…

The best leaders create other leaders. On the latest #EmpoweringIndustryPodcast, Charli welcomes executive coach Brett Baughman to discuss delegation, stress, personal growth, and leading with purpose. 🎧 Listen podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… #Leadership @CharliKMatthews

How confident are you in your piping system data? A useful virtual model starts with accurate equipment details and operating conditions. Read the article: empoweringpumps.com/engineer… #Engineering #SystemModeling

Taco is helping #engineering students turn classroom knowledge into real-world experience. Through the ELECOMP Capstone Program, students designed and tested a prototype hot water recirculation valve with commercial potential. empoweringpumps.com/taco-uri… #Manufacturing @TacoComfort

Efficiency and serviceability go hand in hand. The EBARA GSDU close-coupled pump is designed to deliver high hydraulic #efficiency while simplifying installation and maintenance. empoweringpumps.com/products… #PumpIndustry #Engineering #IndustrialOperations #Manufacturing @pumpsebara

Five consecutive pump failures threatened production at a Pennsylvania steel mill. See how @HydroInc used forensic analysis, engineered upgrades, and laser deposit welding to address recurring failures and improve reliability. empoweringpumps.com/hydro-la… #PumpIndustry #Manufacturing

Every organization has a bottleneck. How do you overcome it? At #PVIC2026, Hina Butt of ABB is exploring the Theory of Constraints and practical ways to remove workflow barriers, improve efficiency, and boost team performance. #OperationalExcellence @ABBMotorDriveUS

Repair, retrofit, or upgrade? Choosing the right actuator matters! Chad Laird of Rotork Controls is leading a breakout session at #PVIC2026 focused on actuator selection and reliable equipment performance. #ValveActuation #EquipmentReliability

Success doesn't always follow a straight path! At #PVIC2026, Renee Murphy, Senior Environmental Scientist at Ensolum, LLC, is leading “Rethinking Success: Lessons from an Unexpected Journey in the Petroleum Industry.” Exploring career growth, adaptability, and lessons learned.

Getting hands-on with valve basics at #PVIC2026! Andrew Lewis of Bray International is exploring plug, ball, and butterfly valves in VMA's Valve Basics session, including a hands-on “Valve Petting Zoo” where participants can examine components up close. #Valve #HandsOnLearning

#DataCenters growth brings new challenges for cooling, efficiency, and infrastructure. At #PVIC2026, Drew Donahue, VP of Mission Critical Infrastructure at @TacoComfort, is leading a fireside chat on the realities of data center expansion and what industry must do next.

Getting back to the fundamentals of mechanical seals! Rainer Krause, Head of @EagleBurgmann Academy, is leading a 90-minute hands-on training session at #PVIC2026 covering sealing principles, design concepts, terminology, and materials. #MechanicalSeals #RotatingEquipment

From cannonball molds and pencils to batteries and industrial sealing, graphite has a fascinating history. See why its unique properties make it valuable for demanding valve sealing applications. empoweringpumps.com/egc-flex… #Graphite #FluidSealing #Manufacturing @EGCEnterprises

🏆 Congratulations to our 2026 Empowering Industry Award winners, announced at #PVIC2026! Industry Person: Nick Mallas Operator: Nadine Tribur Engineer: Victor C. Machie Emerging Leader: Abubakar Rashid Mentor: Jackie Herrera Celebrating the people moving industry forward!

Higher solids content shouldn’t mean sacrificing efficiency. HOMA’s new AMS hydraulics feature closed single-vane impellers, large solids passages, and hydraulic efficiencies up to 81%. Explore the product: empoweringpumps.com/products… #Wastewater #PumpIndustry #PumpEfficiency

Better data connections. More reliable operations. Nadine Tribur, FTI Consulting, is leading “Breaking Down Data Silos: The Foundation for Reliable Operations” at #PVIC2026. Exploring how connected information supports better decisions and operational reliability.

How is intelligent actuation transforming asset management? Jon Cox, Business Development Manager at Rotork, is leading a breakout session at #PVIC2026 exploring smarter equipment monitoring, reliability, and operational efficiency. #IntelligentActuation #AssetManagement

Reliable equipment starts with effective sealing! Thom Jessup, Sales Manager – #FluidSealing at @EGCEnterprises, is leading “Flexible Graphite Packing and Best Practices” at #PVIC2026. Sharing practical knowledge to improve sealing performance and equipment reliability.

Low-emission vs. non-detectable emissions technologies—what's the difference? Bronson Pate of MagDrive Technologies is leading a breakout session at #PVIC2026 exploring technologies that support emissions reduction and equipment reliability. #EmissionsReduction #Innovation

The future of industry starts with the leaders we develop today! Partha Chinnasamy, PE, at Bray International, is leading “Investing in the Next Generation of Leaders” at #PVIC2026. Building connections, sharing knowledge, and developing future leaders. #Mentorship

Better pump performance starts with understanding the entire system! Matt Derner, Senior Manager at the Hydraulic Institute, is leading a breakout session at #PVIC2026 focused on improving pump system reliability and energy efficiency. #PumpSystems #EnergyEfficiency @HIpumps