Acquisition of value-added distributor enhances FloWorks’ product suite and provides significant runway to expand end markets HOUSTON and SANTA MONICA, Calif., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — FloWorks International LLC (“FloWorks”), a specialty flow control distribution platform backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, “Clearlake”), today announced it has acquired Flotech, Inc. (“Flotech” or the “Company”), a […]
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Power Play-Super Heater Safety Valves Lifting On Startup
Power Play: Super Heater Safety Valves Lifting On Startup Safety valves are designed to lift and relieve line pressure, however frequent startup cycles can cause them to wear out quicker, causing frequent maintenance and operating costs. One of our power customers asked us to help solve this problem. With over 35 years of designing solutions, […]
Modec Portable Valve Actuators
Modec Portable Valve Actuators are designed to make operating manual valves easier and safer. Modec Valve Assist actuators are available from Flotech operating on battery, air, or gas. Modec offers equipment protection, safety, comfort, and ease of use. Got jammed valves? Get Modec. Check out the full line of Modec Actuators >>>>
FLORIDA AWWA SECTION ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Sunday, Nov 28, 2021 – Thursday, Dec 2, 2021 Please come by and visit us in the Exhibit Hall Booth 217 Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, Orlando, FL
Easily Automate Flushing at Your Utility with Hydro-Guard
Deploy an automated flushing fleet to maximize operational performance with the Hydro-Guard® Automatic and S.M.A.R.T. Flushing product family. The Hydro-Guard Automatic and S.M.A.R.T. Flushing product line offers a range of devices to address common operational and maintenance considerations. Selecting the correct Automatic or S.M.A.R.T. Flushing product, or combination of products has never been easier. Hydro-Guard […]
UL/NSF Membrane Valves
Current demographic shifts, RO and membrane technologies advancements, and robust industrial sector demand have been the drivers for membrane market growth. Reverse osmosis is a water purification process. RO uses a partially permeable membrane to remove particles from drinking water. The need for experienced channel partners on these complex projects is essential. With over five […]
Membrane Technology Conference & Exposition West Palm Beach, FL July 19-22, 2021
The 2021 Membrane Technology Conference explores how the latest developments in membrane technology can enhance water reliability and quality. The conference showcases new directions in water and wastewater treatment technologies, desalting, and membrane bioreactor applications. Come visit with us in the Mueller/Pratt booth #413 and learn about Pratt Industrial Butterfly Valves designed for water RO […]
Singer Control Valve Hands-On Training- North and South Carolina – May
AUTOMATIC CONTROL VALVE HANDS-ON TRAINING State of the art mobile water distribution system lab. Myrtle Beach and Charlotte, Raleigh Durham (Call for dates) Receive hands-on training from product experts; Learn how to set and adjust pressure reducing, pressure sustaining, and altitude valves. Gain valuable troubleshooting knowledge using 100 psi of water pressure in a safe […]
Singer Automatic Control Valve Training Seminar- Jacksonville, April 28-29
AUTOMATIC CONTROL VALVE HANDS-ON TRAINING State of the art mobile water distribution system lab. We Come To You Receive hands-on training from product experts; Learn how to set and adjust pressure reducing, pressure sustaining, and altitude valves. Gain valuable troubleshooting knowledge using 100 psi of water pressure in a safe and controlled environment. Water Loss […]
Limitorque Actuators FM Approved
Flotech is honored to announce the FM qualification for Flowserve, Limitorque™ actuators. The stringent qualifications of Factory Mutual are a testament to the capabilities and commitment from Flotech to offering best-in-class products and services for our valued partners. The FM approval for Limitorque™ actuators will allow Flotech to be responsive to customer requests for new installations, repair, services, and XP (explosion-proof) […]
Mueller Hydroguard Available in North and South Carolina
Hydro-Guard® monitors water quality in distribution piping and automatically initiates flushing as necessary to maintain disinfectant residuals as required by the US EPA. Flotech is distributing HydroGuard automated hydrant flushing systems in North Carolina and South Carolina.
Have a look around our Jacksonville, FL Valve and Automation Facility
BIG move this year. We would be delighted to show you around our facility in person. Until we can, please have a quick tour of our Jacksonville shop.
Limitorque Announces New Electric Actuator MX B Series
LIMITORQUE® MX SERIES B SMART ELECTRIC ACTUATOR The next generation in smart actuation Electric actuators have to perform reliably in severe environments and harsh conditions. Actuator failure can compromise valve performance, plant productivity and employee safety. The Limitorque MXa electric actuator has been the industry standard since its introduction in 1997. The MXb actuator is […]
Raul Villaverde Honored at the White House
Paladon Americas Welcomes Flotech as New Distributor
Paladon Americas is pleased to welcome Flotech to the Paladon family. With offices in Jacksonville Florida, Mobile Alabama and Charleston, South Carolina. The Flotech team brings extensive knowledge of valve automation with an emphasis on Power Generation, Paper & Pulp, Water & Waste Water, Chemical, and Offshore markets. Flotech with its long-standing manufactures relationships will […]
REOTEMP adds Flotech as Distributor
Flotech is excited at the addition of REOTEMP Instruments to our line of municipal and industrial solutions. Temperature sensors, RTD’s, diaphragm seals, HiVis dials, and much more. One of the only instrumentation companies that have a FULL online configurator that will give live gauge previews, part numbers, and full drawings. REOTEMP is a US manufacturer […]
Flotech and Promation Engineering Providing Actuators to NASA
Promation Engineering will supply electric actuators to the high-pressure industrial water facility at Stennis Space Center. The facility provides cooling water to the largest test stands at SSC during static single or multi-engine testing. Promation sales engineers worked closely with NASA personnel to determine the correct configuration of the actuators to be installed. Once the […]
Now Stocking Pratt in the Carolinas
The Henry Pratt Company announces Flotech as their new stocking distributor in North and South Carolina. In addition to stocking Pratt (Milliken) valves in Florida, Flotech will add inventory in our existing Charleston, SC facility. Flotech has the largest Pratt valve inventory in the US. “Flotech will provide quality service and local stock to serve the […]
Vent Tech Announces Flotech as North and South Carolina Distributor
Flotech expanded distribution territory for Vent Tech Air Release Valves from Florida into North and South Carolina. With up-to-date technology and access to local inventory, Vent-Tech air valves are changing the game when it comes to pipeline performance and now offer pipeline condition assessments for surge and transient analysis. We are honored to represent the […]
The Lowdown on Boiler Blowdown Valves
Boiler Blowdown Valves Tandem blowdown valve configurations ensure ease of maintenance, longer valve life, and a higher ROI. Boiler Blowdown Valves are critical to providing maximum uptime and smooth operations at today’s modern power plants. The ability to maintain these valves inline, without cutting them out, saves power plants time and money. Blowdown valves control […]
Space Marine Valves for Military Sealift Command (MSC) Ship
Ready for delivery to a Military Sealift Command (MSC) ship is one of many Space Gate Valves. These narrow-faced gate valves are ductile iron, with a bronze trimmed double-disc, for seawater applications. These Space valves are 100% USA made with Flotech patterns and machining. We use partners to pour the castings. Flotech has been making specialized marine valves for […]
Importance of Control Valve Training Water Operations
Why is training so essential for water utilities, engineers, and operators? There are continuous changes in the regulation of water distribution systems, changing laws, and water quality mandates. In order to ensure compliance, utilities, and their staff need proper training on the tools and methodology to keep up with an ever-changing industry. By Ryan […]
Flotech Moves Valve & Automation Shops to New Facility
Flotech, Inc. recently moved to a 175,000 sq. ft. building in Jacksonville, FL to accommodate its growing service, automation and sales activities. Flotech has locations in Florida, Alabama and South Carolina. The new facility consolidates Flotech’s machine shops, automation center, training facility, industrial and municipal valve distribution, sales, and service teams under one roof. Valve services […]
Business Essential Update on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Update on Coronavirus (COVID-19) The Flotech leadership team continues to monitor the evolving situation with the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Effective immediately for all locations, to help prevent the spread of this virus through our employees, customers, and community. Access to our facilities will be for employees only, unless absolutely necessary. Appointments and meetings should either be […]
Flotech selected for KOSO Authorized Service Facility
Flotech, a leader in valve repair and services, has been selected as the Authorized Service Facility for Kosos Valves. Flotech brings decades of experience installing and repairing control valves and instrumentation for a wide variety of industrial and marine customers. “Teaming with KOSO valves allows us to offer a high-end Severe Service Product that will […]
AHR Expo Orlando, FL -The world’s largest HVACR marketplace
The AHR Expo is the world’s largest HVACR event, attracting the most comprehensive gathering of industry professionals from around the globe each year. The Show provides a unique forum where manufacturers of all sizes and specialties, whether a major industry brand or innovative start-up, can come together to share ideas and showcase the future of […]
Welcome Chip Smith
Chip’s strong mechanical background and attention to customer success will help Flotech become the primary supplier for valve & actuation service in the North Carolina territory. An Industrial Engineer, from East Tennessee State, Chip has excelled in various industrial sales positions after completing five years service in the US Navy. Chip enjoys training for triathlons, […]
Automatic Control Valve Hands-On Training On Site
AUTOMATIC CONTROL VALVE HANDS-ON TRAINING State of the art mobile water distribution system lab. We Come To You Receive hands-on training from product experts; Learn how to set and adjust pressure reducing, pressure sustaining, and altitude valves. Gain valuable troubleshooting knowledge using 100 psi of water pressure in a safe and controlled environment. Water Loss […]
Automated Hydrant Flushing Keeps Water Main Dead Ends in the Clear
Source: Municipal Sewer and Water Magazine- https://www.mswmag.com/online_exclusives/2019/12/automated-hydrant-flushing-keeps-water-main-dead-ends-in-the-clear_sc_00wpw Flushing of water distribution systems is critical to ensure customers receive the best water quality. Aging infrastructure, poor quality pipelines, and high temperatures are all contributing factors to scale and biofilm building up inside pipelines. An important maintenance task is to ensure water is thrust through the system […]
Merry Christmas and Thanks For Your Business
NOW DISTRIBUTING MUELLER HYDRO-GUARD®
MUELLER HYDRO-GUARD® The Hydro-Guard® system can be programmed to flush a line and monitor water quality conditions in distribution piping. When conditions warrant, the device automatically initiates flushing and helps a utility to comply with U.S. EPA Safe Drinking Water Standards. While flushing the water, this system conserves the amount of water discharged. Hydro-Guard saves money […]
New Limitorque Blue Ribbon Service Center in Mobile Alabama
New Limitorque Blue Ribbon Service Center in Mobile Alabama Flowserve’s Limitorque factory recently authorized our Mobile, Alabama facility to service and sell Limitorque actuators in Southern Alabama and Southeast Mississippi. Flotech can service, repair and sell the industry-leading actuator from three service centers – Jacksonville, Charleston and now Mobile. We have your Limitorque needs covered in the Southeast.
Jack Roubik appointed to Valve Repair Council Board
We are pleased to announce a new VRC board member, Jack Roubik. Jack has been in the valve repair business for over 20 years. He is an advocate for using only OEM parts in valve repair and has participated in numerous VRC meetings across the country. “I want to thank Marc Pasternak and the entire […]
Welcome Kevin Byrd
As Warren Buffet once said, “If you want a great worker, hire someone who grew up on a farm, they work from sun up to sun down and learn how to fix things themselves”. After Kevin left the farm and went off to school, he worked as a Systems Engineer for a mechanical contractor. He […]
Remington Severe Service Ball Valves
Remington Severe Service Ball Valves. Remington Valve provides critical severe service solutions to customers with quality and safety you can count on. Quality is paramount in the performance of any severe service metal-seated ball valve product. Remington guarantees that quality because our reputation depends on it! Remington designs and engineers every valve to surpass industry […]
Mueller Provides Sales Training on Singer Control Valves
Half a dozen sales people from Flotech spent severl days learning why Mueller’s Singer Control Valves are the prefeered valve for many Municipal customers.
We are Moving, Now selling Fike – Over Pressure Protection, Growing our Team
New Flotech Jacksonville, FL Facility We are very excited to be moving our Jacksonville headquarters to a much larger facility (175,000 SQFT) that should handle our growing operations for years to come. Stay tuned. Jib Cranes for Everyone Some of the pedestal mounted cranes were just delivered to help with the heavy lifting. Cranes, CNC […]
NISTM Aboveground Storage Tank Conference April 2-4 Orlando, Florida
21st Annual International Aboveground Storage Tank Conference & Trade Show April 2-4, 2019 Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel | Orlando, Florida See us at the Protectoseal Booth NISTM host conferences and trade shows mainly in the aboveground storage tank industry. At NISTM 2019 independent and major terminal operators, manufacturers and suppliers will come together to […]
Visit with us at FWRC Tampa, FL April 13-17 @ Booth 143-145
The 2019 FWRC will be held April 14-17, 2019 at the Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, Florida. Stop by our booth and say hello Booth #143 and #145. Our AWWA#3530471 _______________________ A nonprofit, educational, and scientific organization, FWRC is a joint conference of the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association, the Florida Water Environment Association, […]
Henry Pratt Announces Certified Service and Repair Center for Florida
Henry Pratt Company recently announced Flotech is the only Henry Pratt certified service and repair center for the state of Florida. Flotech has been certified by the Henry Pratt Company for all service requirements on Pratt valves. Flotech now has the capability for any repair, rebuild or replacement of the Henry Pratt Valve product line. […]
New Ductile Iron Check Valve Stops Water Hammer In Louisiana Municipality
After suffering years of water hammer problems and the resulting effect on maintenance, personnel and equipment, the St. Charles Parish Municipality in Louisiana needed a product that would save them both time and money. Milliken Valve Company of Bethlehem, Pa., provided the answer . The Double Disc Check Valve Installation St. Charles Parish Water in Louisiana […]
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays, Thank you for another great year.
New Flotech Valve Repair Shop in Mobile, Alabama
Flotech opened a new valve repair facility in Mobile, Alabama. Offering the same high quality valve services available in our Jacksonville and Charleston shops with an experienced management team and valve technicians. National Board Certified VR Shop An ASME National Board certified VR safety and relief valve repair shop, control valve repairs, line valves and […]
Flotech a new Flowserve Limitorque Blue Ribbon Service Center
Flowserve is pleased to announce Flotech is now a fully authorized Limitorque Stocking Distributor for all Limitorque products and a Blue Ribbon Certified Service Provider. Flotech is authorized for sales and service in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. Let’s face it there are lots of imitators out there, with ambitious claims, don’t trust […]
Municipal Team Announced, Pratt AWWA Valves, Singer AWWA Control Valves, Kinetrol Actuators
To complement our Limitorque inventory, we have finalized contract negotiations with The Henry Pratt Company to provide local inventory and turn-key valve packages to support Florida’s municipal market. Flotech has over 4 million dollars in Henry Pratt, Limitorque, Municipal and Industrial related products inventory. We are your one stop shop for 1-2 day delivery of AWWA […]
Celebrate the 4th with New Valve Lines -Pratt Power Distribution & Protectoseal
We are very excited to announce the Henry Pratt Company approves Flotech as a Distributor in the Florida Power Market The Triton XR 70 rubber seated large diameter butterfly valve coming to a power plant near you. ______________________________________________ Protectoseal announces Flotech as Distributor for Florida and South Alabama Protectoseal Pressure and Vacuum Relief Vents are […]
Valve Repair Council Meeting, Tour & Exhibits
Hope to catch up with everyone in Houston, TX June 6-8 for the valve repair council meetings. Please stop by our exhibit and say hello.
Automated Knife Gate Valves, Heat Exchanger Repairs for Paper & Pulp Industry
Removing a 20″ Inch Knife Gate Valve in a Paper Plant Flotech service technicians removing an ancient 20 inch Knife Gate Valve off of a black liquor tank at a Georgia paper mill during a planned outage. Typical repair required removing the valve, rebuilding the valve seat, repairing the pneumatic cylinder actuator, testing and reinstalling […]
Curtiss-Wright’s Industrial Division Farris 3800L Series Pressure Relief Valve Receives ASME Approval
Farris’ 3800 Series Pilot Operated Relief Valve with Modulating Control (Photo: Business Wire) Source: Business Wire – April 19, 2018 11:25 AM Eastern Daylight Time CHRISTCHURCH, UK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Curtiss-Wright’s Industrial division has announced that its Farris Engineering business unit has received ASME Code Section VIII certification for the 3800L Series pilot operated pressure relief valves with […]