About R-V
The latest news about R-V Industries’ accomplishments and what we are working on.
Sep 22, 2023
R-V Industries, Inc. acquires R.W. Hartnett
Honey Brook, Pennsylvania – R-V Industries, a leading provider of industrial engineering and manufacturing solutions announces the acquisition of R.W. Hartnett (“Hartnett”), located in Philadelphia, PA. Hartnett, founded in 1880, is the most experienced source for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and confectionary printing, laser writing/drilling, and vision inspection equipment. “The Hartnett acquisition expands our products and services … Continue reading R-V Industries, Inc. acquires R.W. Hartnett »
Jun 23, 2023
Patented Innovation for Fossil Fired Power Plants: Latest Tangentially Fired (T-Fired) Nozzle
Newly patented innovation to Thermal Guard Nozzle Design, named the Thermal Guard Series II Plus, improves firing system control through extended tip longevity.
Jun 15, 2023
R-V Industries, Inc. Acquires Ackley Machine Corporation
R-V Industries, a leading U.S. industrial equipment manufacturer announced the acquisition of Ackley Machine Corporation, located in Moorestown, NJ. Ackley is a preeminent source for pharmaceutical and confectionary printing, laser marking/drilling, and vision inspection equipment. “We are excited to add Ackley Machine to the R-V Industries family,” said Kirk A. Putt, president and CEO of … Continue reading R-V Industries, Inc. Acquires Ackley Machine Corporation »
May 12, 2023
Prevent Premature Failure of Industrial Equipment
In extreme environments, prevent premature failure of industrial equipment through collaboration with fabrication and metallurgical experts.
May 05, 2023
Evaluating Potential Build-to-Print Manufacturers
Learn how to evaluate and compare a build-to-print manufacturer through a series of questions and topics to help you find the right capital equipment partner.
Feb 15, 2023
Improve Mill Performance with Paper Mill Consultants
How many of you know, or maybe worked alongside, Michael? Michael had been working at a mill for nearly 30 years. Michael had decades of experience, gleaned from helping the mill grow and adapt to industry changes. Serving in maintenance, engineering, and operations departments, Michael’s knowledge of mill operations was unmatched. He had a natural … Continue reading Improve Mill Performance with Paper Mill Consultants »
Nov 18, 2022
Prevent Budget and Schedule Overruns with Installation Supervision Services
Construction Advisor Service R-V Industries has decades of experience manufacturing equipment for coal and natural gas-fired power plants. For utilities, that is only one part of the true project scope. Installation of new and removal of old equipment is a frequent cause of budget and schedule overrun. To address this, R-V Power Team offers installation … Continue reading Prevent Budget and Schedule Overruns with Installation Supervision Services »
Jun 30, 2022
Who is LG Industries: R-V’s History of Paper Machinery
What Was Happening in Paper When LG Industries Was Founded? In the 1940’s, the use of paper was expanding rapidly. For centuries, it was used as the mainstay of communication. But, the paper industry was about to see growth in a new channel. As WWII consumed the use of metals around the world, an opportunistic … Continue reading Who is LG Industries: R-V’s History of Paper Machinery »
Apr 07, 2022
More than 92% of total waste output is recycled.
“Environmental responsibility has become a core value at R-V Industries, and we’re incredibly proud to see the commitment that our employees have to recycling our waste output and helping our local community,” says Robert Miller, ESH Manager. “It’s truly up to every one of our team members to ensure that any waste that can be … Continue reading More than 92% of total waste output is recycled. »
Mar 07, 2022
R-V Industries Acquires MBC Aerosol
R-V Industries, a leading U.S. industrial equipment manufacturer announced the acquisition of MBC Aerosol, located in Elgin, IL. MBC is the preeminent source for aerosol processing and packaging equipment and services. “We are delighted to add the MBC team to R-V,” said Kirk A. Putt, president and CEO of R-V. “They have developed the best … Continue reading R-V Industries Acquires MBC Aerosol »
Jan 19, 2022
R-V Industries Earns OSHA SHARP Status for 14th Straight Year, Keeping it in Elite Health and Safety Company
HONEY BROOK, PENNSYLVANIA – R-V Industries, Inc., a leading industrial equipment manufacturer, is among 52 Pennsylvania-based firms that have been recognized by OSHA for approval of its Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP). It’s the 14th consecutive year that R-V has earned SHARP status, an elite category that demonstrates best-of-the-best safety practices and full … Continue reading R-V Industries Earns OSHA SHARP Status for 14th Straight Year, Keeping it in Elite Health and Safety Company »
Jul 21, 2021
R-V Industries, Inc. Recognized as Leading National Fabricator
Honey Brook, PA – July 19, 2021 – R-V Industries, Inc. (Honey Brook, PA) a trusted engineering and metal fabrication company of industrial process equipment for international Fortune 500 customers, was recognized by The Fabricator in its 2021 FAB 40 List of the most successful metal fabrication companies in the country, ranking 24th. The Fabricator … Continue reading R-V Industries, Inc. Recognized as Leading National Fabricator »
Dec 15, 2020
Genesis Packaging Technologies: Playing a Part in Vaccine Development
Genesis Packaging Technologies, a division of R-V Industries, was recently featured in an article outlining their efforts in the fight to package and distribute a COVID-19 vaccine to the world. Read the entire below. While vaccine development for the novel COVID-19 (coronavirus) is new, their place in the packaging of vaccines using parenteral packaging is … Continue reading Genesis Packaging Technologies: Playing a Part in Vaccine Development »
Jun 12, 2020
R-V Industries Selected to Fab 40 List in Fabricator Magazine
As a preview to the June Issue, the Fabricator Magazine published a list of the Top 40 Fabricators in the United States. This list features the leading manufacturing companies in the country whose focus is contract and customer manufacturing using sheet and plate metal materials. The list, composed of primarily private companies, highlights the list … Continue reading R-V Industries Selected to Fab 40 List in Fabricator Magazine »
Mar 19, 2020
Reducing Our Carbon Footprint
To continue to meet its corporate sustainability goals and reduce its carbon footprint, R-V Industries, Inc. announced today that they recently purchased 7,500,000 KWh of emission-free* electricity through Talen Energy’s Carbon-Zero 24/7 electricity product. The product will allow them to eliminate 5,304 metric tons of carbon, as they work toward meeting their sustainability goals. In … Continue reading Reducing Our Carbon Footprint »
Mar 19, 2020
Chester County, Pennsylvania Company Expands
This purchase helps facilitate our growth plans and optimize efficiencies by consolidating locations,” said Kirk A. Putt, president and CEO of R-V.
Mar 27, 2019
OEM Manufacturing Benefiting from Automation
The advancements of robotics is changing how manufacturers approach projects. Research from OEM Magazine shows that OEM companies are benefiting as robotics manufacturing grows more advanced. One surprising benefit is the need for automation to fill skilled trade employment gaps. For now, robotic welding is supplementing low employment rates and completing highly repetitive welding tasks. … Continue reading OEM Manufacturing Benefiting from Automation »
Jan 10, 2019
Announcing the Promotion of Pete Koegel
Koegel will lead the Custom Fabrication division as the new Sales Manager. R-V Industries is pleased to announce the promotion of Pete Koegel to Market Sales Manager for its Custom Fabrication & Machining division. Pete’s background as welding engineer, combined with his passion to find innovative and cost-effective manufacturing solutions will be a valuable combination … Continue reading Announcing the Promotion of Pete Koegel »
Nov 16, 2018
Environmental Report
At R-V Industries, we believe in taking responsibility for our environmental impact, and are working to reduce the size of our footprint. We hope that our actions will make a difference in our local environment by reducing landfill growth. We started an initiative to educate the employees of our facilities on proper recyclable items and … Continue reading Environmental Report »
May 25, 2018
R-V Industries Receives the FMA Safety Award of Merit
R-V Industries, Inc. was recently chosen to receive a 2018 Safety Award of Merit from the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International (FMA). The FMA/CNA Annual Safety Awards are open to all FMA company members and recognize metal fabrication companies that adhere to excellence in safety. Sponsored by CNA, the endorsed business insurance carrier for FMA, … Continue reading R-V Industries Receives the FMA Safety Award of Merit »
Mar 22, 2018
Jacketed Vessel RFQ Builder
Interactive ASME and Non-ASME Vessel Proposal Tool The R-V engineering and sales teams have created a more efficient way for our potential customers to quickly receive a proposal for their next vessel. This new tool is designed to submit the unique requirements needed for ASME and non-ASME jacketed vessels. All necessary information is collected … Continue reading Jacketed Vessel RFQ Builder »
Apr 19, 2017
Guide to Getting a Custom Equipment Proposal
Guiding You Through The Process At R-V Industries, we strive to be your partner in the design and manufacturing stages of creating custom industrial process equipment. To help guide you through the initial Request for Proposal (RFP) process, we created this guide to make the process as straightforward and efficient as possible. 6 Important Steps … Continue reading Guide to Getting a Custom Equipment Proposal »
Feb 27, 2017
What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?
A Part of a Greater Effort to Shrink the Technical Skills Gap in Manufacturing Manufacturing is cool. At least that is what R-V Industries, Inc. and “Dream it. DO IT. PA” set out to prove to local teenagers while breaking some of the traditional negative stereotypes associates with this industry. R-V Industries, an industrial manufacturing … Continue reading What’s So Cool About Manufacturing? »
Feb 07, 2017
Investing In The Future With Welding Robotics
R-V Industries, Inc. is proud to announce its purchase of a dual-cell robotic welding system, expanding their cutting-edge welding technology. The welding robot adds to R-V’s automated machining and welding capacities and improves customer lead times and manufacturing quality. For projects with repetitive welds, the robotic welder will be programmed to specific customer requirements while … Continue reading Investing In The Future With Welding Robotics »
Jan 04, 2017
R-V Industries Acquires Genesis Packaging Technologies
R-V Industries, Inc. (RVII) announced the purchase of Genesis Packaging Technologies, Exton, PA. Genesis Packaging Technologies is a worldwide leader in the science and technology of parenteral vial sealing and residual seal force testing. RVII will retain the Genesis employees and continue operations at its existing Exton, PA location as the “Genesis Packaging Technologies” division … Continue reading R-V Industries Acquires Genesis Packaging Technologies »
Dec 06, 2016
R-V Industries Pledges To Help Keep American Jobs
As a proud American manufacturing company, R-V Industries pledges to continue making our products exclusively in the United States, which we have done since our inception in 1974. We believe in supporting our economy and providing our customers with the best services and products custom manufactured at our plants in Pennsylvania. We will continue to compete … Continue reading R-V Industries Pledges To Help Keep American Jobs »
Nov 09, 2016
The Importance of Electropolishing
Protecting Your Food and Beverage Equipment and Industrial Process. Just imagine: it is scheduled maintenance time in an industrial food production facility. Maintenance and cleaning teams scramble into action, checking off the maintenance needs while cleaning the conveyors, drying equipment, processing vessels, tanks, and toasting ovens inside the facility. As the equipment is being cleaned, … Continue reading The Importance of Electropolishing »
Aug 22, 2009
The Importance of Avoiding Carbon and Stainless Cross Contamination
The structural integrity of raw steel material is vital to the industrial manufacturing industry. A common and serious problem in stainless steel manufacturing is contamination stemming from carbon steel manufacturing in the same area of a facility. In the manufacturing process, several different processes (including grinding and machining) generate carbon steel dust that can become … Continue reading The Importance of Avoiding Carbon and Stainless Cross Contamination »
