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Adding Data Collection to Cla-Vals: Finding the Right Fit

There’s a lot to gain from adding data collection to your control valves. So which Cla-Val XP2F package makes sense for your valve sites? This article walks through three practical questions that help simplify the choice and make getting started easier.

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When a Standard Air Valve Isn’t Enough

Standard air valves are the right choice in most cases—until demanding conditions start taking their toll. In this article, we break down when and why certain systems require a higher-performance approach.

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Expanding the Toolbox for Accurate Utility Locating

Good locating starts with the right tools. As Cimco expands its locating lineup with solutions from Tempo Communications, we take a practical look at Copperhead tracer wire, OmniMarker II marker balls, and how they work best together in the field.

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How to Coordinate Valves with Pump VFDs

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and control valves can both be used to help regulate pressures in a pump station, but careful coordination is the difference between harmony—or a fight for control. This article breaks down how to coordinate valves and VFDs for smoother startups and more efficient pump station performance.

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Staff Profile: Raeann Velasquez

For this Staff Profile, we’re highlighting Raeann Velasquez, President and CEO of Cimco-GC Systems. Raeann has been with Cimco since 1997, moving from software developer to owner in 2018. Under her leadership, Cimco continues to grow while staying true to its mission of providing solutions that power success for water and irrigation professionals. Read on to learn more about Raeann and the values that guide her leadership.

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Three Approaches to Retrofitting Your Valve

Three Approaches to Retrofitting Your Valve: Retrofitting can expand what your existing valve can do, from adding functions to improving control, without the need for a full replacement.

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