Become a Sponsor or Exhibitor
The Valve Forum offers an exhibit area filled with tabletop displays, small demonstrations, and activities — offering a very cost-effective way to reach your target market.
View our Exhibit and Sponsorship Brochure here.
Complete the online interest form to reserve your tabletop and to be connected to Kara Mortl, VMA Sales. For questions or more information, contact Kara Mortl at kmortl@vma.org.
Why Become an Exhibitor?
The Valve Manufacturers Association (VMA) and the Valve Repair Council (VRC) invite suppliers, distributors and manufacturers in the industrial valve industry to exhibit at the 2027 Valve Forum: Conference & Exhibits, May 18–20, 2027, at The Westin at The Woodlands, Texas. The Valve Forum provides a cost-effective place to showcase your latest innovations in valves and actuators, new services, and equipment to valve manufacturers and end users. No conference programming is scheduled during exhibit hours, and exhibitors are encouraged to join roundtable discussions, games, the optional facility tour and the Networking Night Out for additional ways to connect with attendees.
Who Attends the Valve Forum?
The Valve Forum attracts approximately 150 professionals in the valve, actuator, automation and flow control industries, including manufacturers, suppliers, distributors and end users in technical and engineering, production and manufacturing, sales and marketing, and executive and business management roles.
View our Exhibit and Sponsorship Brochure here.
For more information, contact Kara Mortl at kmortl@vma.org.
What is Included?
The tabletop exhibit fee includes two exhibitor personnel registrations to staff the exhibit space, access to the Tuesday Welcome Reception, Wednesday breakfast, lunch and networking breaks in the exhibit area, as well as one six-foot undraped table and two chairs.
Exhibitor personnel registrations do not include access to conference educational programming. Full conference registrations may be purchased separately at the regular conference rate.
View our Exhibit and Sponsorship Brochure here.
Exhibitor Opportunities
Tabletop Exhibit Package: Space is approximately 6’ wide x 6’ deep. Materials must be displayed on the six-foot table or directly behind it. Due to limited space behind the table, only small signs or banners may be displayed; pop-up booths are not permitted.
Includes: one 6’ undraped table, two chairs, two exhibitor personnel registrations, access to the Tuesday Welcome Reception, and Wednesday breakfast, lunch and networking breaks in the exhibit area. Additional registrations for conference programming must be purchased separately.
- VMA/VRC Member: $2,125
- Non-Member: $2,750
Payment and cancellation: Full payment is required before exhibit space may be selected. Cancellations received on or before Friday, March 5, 2027, will receive an 80% refund. Cancellations received after March 5, 2027, will not receive a refund.
Exhibit Schedule (subject to change)
- Thursday, May 13: Exhibit shipments accepted at The Westin at The Woodlands
- Tuesday, May 18
- 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Exhibit set up
- 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.: Conference Programming
- 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.: Opening General Session
- 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.: Exhibits open – Welcome Reception
- Wednesday, May 19
- 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.: Exhibits open – Breakfast
- 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.: Exhibits open – Lunch
- 3:50 – 4:20 p.m.: Exhibits open – Networking Break
- 4:20 – 6:00 p.m.: Exhibit tear down
- Thursday, May 20: No exhibits
View our Exhibit and Sponsorship Brochure here.
Questions about exhibit logistics? Contact Abby Brown, Manager, Meetings & Membership, at abrown@vma.org or 202.331.8105.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Valve Forum sponsorships give your company additional opportunities to build brand awareness and visibility before, during and after the event. In addition to the enhanced brand exposure offered through individual high-visibility sponsorships, all sponsors receive recognition on the event website, in pre-event marketing materials, on the mobile app and on on-site signage throughout the event.
Premier Sponsors receive elevated visibility to thousands of industry professionals reached through Valve Forum marketing, including prominent placement on the event website, e-mail campaigns and applicable print marketing materials. Premier Sponsor recognition requires a minimum of $3,000 in sponsorship purchases.
View our Exhibit and Sponsorship Brochure here.
Looking for a custom package? VMA can mix and match available opportunities to fit your company’s goals. Availability is limited and sponsorships are confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. Prices are listed as VMA/VRC member / non-member.
High-Visibility Event Branding
- Tote Bags ($2,200 member / $2,800 non-member): VMA supplies attendee tote bags featuring sponsor branding.
- Registration ($2,200 member / $2,800 non-member): Logo featured in the Welcome Letter sent to all attendees before the event and on attendee badge lanyards. Lanyards provided by sponsor.
- Welcome Reception ($2,200 member / $2,800 non-member): Signage near bar and food stations, a signature cocktail and mocktail, and one-color branded napkins.
- Wednesday Lunch ($2,200 member / $2,800 non-member): Signage near bar and food stations; sponsor may provide branded items for dining tables. May 19.
- Mobile App ($1,650 member / $2,100 non-member): Logo featured alongside Valve Forum branding on the main mobile app graphic.
Program & Education
- NEW! Opening General Session ($2,000 member / $2,400 non-member): One-minute promotional video and opportunity to introduce the speaker(s).
- NEW! Deep Dive Session: AI or Leadership ($1,250 member / $1,625 non-member): Sponsor one of two three-hour deep dive sessions. Includes logo recognition in marketing emails, social posts and the event website, plus ability to provide in-room table toppers and branded fidget toys or like items. 2 available.
- NEW! Individual Session Sponsorship ($500 member / $650 non-member): Opportunity to introduce the session and provide approved materials/collateral in the room. 15+ available.
- NEW! Session Recordings ($800 member / $1,000 non-member): Sponsor recognition on recorded sessions, including online recognition and a “This recording is made possible by…” acknowledgment. 6–10 sessions anticipated.
- NEW! Student Poster Session ($500 member / $650 non-member): Opportunity to introduce the session plus sponsor recognition on session signage. Up to 5 sponsors.
Attendee Engagement & Hospitality
- Continental Breakfast – Wednesday ($1,100 member / $1,400 non-member): Signage near refreshment and food stations; sponsor may provide branded items for dining tables. May 19.
- Continental Breakfast – Thursday ($1,100 member / $1,400 non-member): Signage near refreshment and food stations; sponsor may provide branded items for dining tables. May 20.
- Afternoon Extended Program Break ($1,100 member / $1,400 non-member): Signage near refreshment and snack stations. May 19.
- NEW! Attendee Giveaways ($600 member / $800 non-member): Put your brand directly in attendees’ hands with a sponsored giveaway. VMA can suggest items such as stress balls, fidget spinners, or similar items. Sponsor covers cost of item; multiple available.
- NEW! Exhibitor & Sponsor Showcase ($250 member / $325 non-member): Five-minute opportunity to present your company, product, or solution during a dedicated session. Up to 8 exhibitors/sponsors.
Special Experiences & Impact
- NEW! Dine Around ($1,000 member / $1,300 non-member): Create meaningful connections with attendees in a relaxed, small group setting. Sponsors extend invitations, make dinner reservations and cover dinner expenses. Contact information is provided only for attendees who expressly agree to share it with the sponsor. May 18; up to 3 sponsors.
- NEW! Sustainability Sponsor ($1,000 member / $1,300 non-member): Help offset the event’s carbon footprint through a donation to a verified environmental initiative.
- NEW! Morning Fun Run ($650 member / $750 non-member): Support a casual attendee wellness activity with logo on participant swag. To be held the morning of Wednesday, May 19, with May 20 as the rain date. Up to 3 sponsors.
Sponsorship availability is subject to change.
Sponsors
EFCO USA
Established in 1978, EFCO has been a world-leading manufacturer of valve repair and testing equipment including a range of portable and stationary grinding and lapping equipment, flange facers, portable lathes, test benches, and workshops. Wherever fittings, valves, and pumps are used, EFCO equipment is also needed to maintain, repair, and test sealing surfaces, shut-off bodies, and housings. The EFCO USA Headquarters is located in Charlotte, NC with a new additional location in Houston, TX and services Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Energy, Valve Service and Manufacturing, Shipbuilding & Repair, and other industries in all of North and South America.
Precision Spray & Coatings
Founded in 2010, Precision Spray & Coatings specializes in high-velocity oxygen fuel (HVOF) coating services and advanced chrome plating solutions tailored to meet the unique requirements of our clients. Equipped with JP 8000 and JP 5000 spray systems —we provide reliable thermal spray coatings for a wide variety of industrial applications and parts including valves, hydraulics, shafts, rotating and pump components. Strategic investments and technical innovations have consistently enhanced our capabilities and enabled us to provide our wide array of services.
Setpoint Integrated Solutions
Setpoint Integrated Solutions (IS) is the expert in the process control industry. Setpoint IS supports the power, refining, and chemical industries with best in class valve repair services, delivering process solutions for control, relief, and automated valve requirements, along with industrial equipment including liquid level measurement, pressure gauges, PLC’s, and more. Setpoint Integrated Solutions, headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Exhibitors
AUMA Actuators
For over 50 years, AUMA manufactures American-made electric actuators in Western PA. As a top-tier supplier to water, power, oil & gas, and industrial sectors, AUMA actuators efficiently manage quarter-turn, multi-turn valves, and dampers. With integrated motor controls and versatile interfaces, they suit various plant control needs, ensuring reliable operation.
B&B/Hemphill Spring Co. Clio
B&B Hemphill/Clio Springs is your one stop source for precision engineered springs, washers, and wire forms. With over 85 years in the wire forming industry, we are known for uncompromising quality in everything we build. We are AS9100 and NADCAP Certified, and an approved aerospace supplier.
Champion Valves Inc.
Located in beautiful Wilmington, NC, Champion Valves Inc. is a full-service check valve manufacturing firm. CVI maintains both a large inventory of finished check valves and on-demand manufacturing capacity to serve oil and gas, power production, water and wastewater management, HVAC, commercial and mil-spec marine, and mining. We believe in a competitive customer driven operations, employee empowerment, and challenging the status quo!
DFT
DFT is a manufacturer of non-slam/axial-flow/spring-assisted type check valves. DFT’s check valves are designed to eliminate water hammer issues and they can be custom-sized to meet specific application requirements. DFT check valves are utilized in the Oil & Gas, Refining, and Petrochemical markets for liquid, gas, and steam applications as solutions to problematic check valve applications.
EFCO USA
Established in 1978, EFCO has been a world-leading manufacturer of valve repair and testing equipment including a range of portable and stationary grinding and lapping equipment, flange facers, portable lathes, test benches, and workshops. Wherever fittings, valves, and pumps are used, EFCO equipment is also needed to maintain, repair, and test sealing surfaces, shut-off bodies, and housings. The EFCO USA Headquarters is located in Charlotte, NC with a new additional location in Houston, TX and services Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Energy, Valve Service and Manufacturing, Shipbuilding & Repair, and other industries in all of North and South America.
EGC Engineered Systems
A world class engineering and manufacturing enterprise, EGC uses flexible graphite and composite materials to customize high-temperature Fluid Sealing solutions for valves and pipelines. Proprietary innovations include VSG Pro Pressure Seals©, VSG ProPack© and DynaPak FE© packing sets. Aftermarket solutions are engineered and shipped in 48 hours or less. EGC is now a CDI Products company.
Fluoropolymer Resources
Fluoropolymer Resources LLC (FRL) is the world’s leading reprocessor of melt fluoropolymers, providing our customers with environmentally sustainable material solutions that do not compromise material performance. We are focused on PFAS End-of-Life solutions for the melt fluoropolymer-using community, helping our customers avoid landfills and incinerators while extracting unrealized value in circular re-use of PFA, FEP, and ETFE. Our proprietary processes enable us to return products with stable, virgin-like appearance and performance to the industry supply chain.
Framatome
Framatome’s teams design, build and service the nuclear steam supply system (NSSS). For more than 60 years, the company has been present at every stage of the process on all types of reactor technologies.
Intertek Alchemy
Stop cobbling together your training solution. Get all your workforce training needs covered with Intertek Alchemy. Hundreds of customizable courses are combined with a powerful platform proven to improve safety, productivity, and employee engagement.
Kingston Valves
For over 100 years, Kingston Valves has been designing and building high-quality, reliable industrial valves. We manufacture and supply a variety of soft and hard seat brass and stainless-steel safety valves, check valves, flow controls valves, drain valves, pilot valves, and custom OEM designed valves. Kingston Valves safely protects people, processes, and equipment.
Precision Spray & Coatings
Founded in 2010, Precision Spray & Coatings specializes in high-velocity oxygen fuel (HVOF) coating services and advanced chrome plating solutions tailored to meet the unique requirements of our clients. Equipped with JP 8000 and JP 5000 spray systems —we provide reliable thermal spray coatings for a wide variety of industrial applications and parts including valves, hydraulics, shafts, rotating and pump components. Strategic investments and technical innovations have consistently enhanced our capabilities and enabled us to provide our wide array of services.
SEPCO
Since SEPCO began in the fluid sealing industry, we have remained a consistent quality and service leader in the manufacturing of high-performance industrial reliability solutions. From our campus in the southeastern United States, we manufacture mechanical seals, compression packing, graphite products, and gasketing materials. The company also specializes in die-formed packing rings, molded PTFE parts, thermal management solutions, and fiberglass products. We serve a diverse group of customers such as power generation, pulp & paper, chemical processing, mining, nuclear, aerospace, and water/waste treatment.
Siemens Process Instrumentation
Siemens is the technology company for industry, infrastructure, and transportation, and we provide the operating system for digitally transforming OT. Everywhere you look, the expertise underpinning our technologies - electrification, automation, software, and financing - helping customers be more productive, profitable, and sustainable.
Starflex
Starflex America Inc. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality gasket and sealing products. Our products are designed to meet the demanding needs of various industries, including oil and gas, chemical, petrochemical, and many others. With a focus on quality, Starflex is an ISO 9001 certified company that operates to the highest standards of excellence. Our extensive range of gasket and sealing products includes Spiral Wound Gaskets, API Ring Joint Gaskets, soft gaskets, and much more.
Trident Systems
Trident Systems provides more than 45 years of acoustic emission (AE) testing used for the detection of internal valve and trap leaks. Our products are designed to thrive in harsh testing environments and are used throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe. The WAVE ® technology is a fully self-contained, process-based, ruggedized acoustic data acquisition technology. Every WAVE provides advanced test methods, analysis techniques, reporting, training, comprehensive warranty coverage, and extensive support by Trident Systems. Full customization is available.
Valve Accessories & Controls (VAC)
VAC has consistently conducted business with a focus on customers. The VAC quality positioner products range from the simple V100 and versatile V200 to the digital D400 and the newest digital offering, the D500. Valve Accessories & Controls provides durable, straightforward positioners with various options and high-quality construction.
Wabtec Corporation
Wabtec Elastomers provides custom manufacturing services for a wide variety of molded and fabricated elastomeric products. Our expertise includes molding metal and fabric inserted diaphragms, die cutting and component kitting. Based in Pittsburg, PA, our global footprint allows for unparallelled sourcing flexibility as we fulfill our customer’s diverse requirements in pump and valve, transportation, power transmission and other applications.