Flomatic: Blog

The new 745 Flo-Flex Series® design features a reduced valve body and cover wall thickness, which results in a lighter-weight valve. This makes it easier to lift and maneuver during installation, and it also reduces the risk of damage during shipping and handling. The new revised version is available in sizes 2” through 12”.  The… Read More

On April 4, 2023, we proudly celebrate our 90th year providing innovative solutions for the water and wastewater industry worldwide. Located 50 miles north of Albany, New York at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, Flomatic is situated at the heart of hometown USA in Glens Falls, New York overlooking the northern end of the… Read More

The quality of drinking water from your water well system can be compromised during emergency situations like power outages and flooding. If you are a private well owner and a natural disaster has occurred on or near your property, it is important to take steps to ensure that your drinking water supply is safe. The… Read More

Water is essential to life on earth. It supports everything from plants and animals to humans and the entire ecosystem. We rely on it every day for basic needs like cooking, drinking, bathing, and farming. Despite covering 71% of the earth’s surface, only 3% of water is considered fresh water – the rest being salty ocean… Read More

As we recognize the importance of national heart health month, Flomatic dives deep into the importance of clean safe, potable water. Heart health starts with clean and safe water, and drinking water valves play a crucial role in ensuring that the water we consume is pure. Flomatic’s valves are manufactured using materials that are safe… Read More

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken a crucial step towards achieving 100% lead-free water systems with the launch of the Lead Service Line Replacement Accelerators (LSLR) program. This initiative received support from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law which has invested $50 billion in water and wastewater infrastructure, including $15 billion for lead service line replacement… Read More

The year 2022 was a been a busy and productive one for Flomatic Valves. As we deep dive into 2023, we can’t help but look back at some of our top highlights and product developments throughout this past year. We started the year off right in 2022 by introducing our latest valve: the American Iron… Read More

As we deep dive into the 21st century, urbanization and population growth continues to be on the rise worldwide. With nearly 55% of the world’s population currently residing in municipalities, it’s projected that by the year 2050, nearly 68% of the world’s population will permanently live in urban areas. As populations continue to shift and… Read More

Flomatic is committed to protecting life’s most precious resource – water. Maintaining safe and sustainable drinking water is essential for all. As previously mentioned in our article Why You Should Care About NSF/ANSI 61: water is life. Water is a key factor on a shortlist of necessary resources required to sustain life on this planet…. Read More

Preventative maintenance is key to groundwater and well water protection. Inspections and testing of private water systems are imperative to ensure systems are functioning properly to produce safe and healthy water. What can you do as a private well owner? Don’t worry –  we’ve got you covered. Keep in mind the following tips year round… Read More