Molten metal is poured into carefully designed molds, forming the valve’s body and internal components. After cooling, the cast parts undergo machining, polishing, and rigorous quality checks.

A boil water advisory has been issued for parts of Portage. The city of Kalamazoo was repairing a water gate valve on Lorraine Avenue when a temporary loss of pressure occurred.

NORTH ADAMS — An issue at the Blackinton Mill left parts of the city’s west end without water on Tuesday. According to North Adams Mayor Jennifer Macksey, the city started receiving calls as early as ...