With a racehorse for its mascot, the mission statement of Gilmore Valve is being a thoroughbred in quality valve design and manufacturing. The 40,000-square-foot plant is equipped with a number of CNC machines, computer-aided manufacturing systems and a complete lapping facility. Engineering is supported by computer-aided design systems, as well as computer-aided stress analysis systems. This enables Gilmore Valve to follow up design work with a thorough test program to ensure successful component operation in the field. A marketing and sales department is available to assist customers in obtaining products as quickly and as efficiently as possible. This group functions using a number of sales outlets, including direct sales, distribution, resellers, agents and a group of original equipment manufacturers. Incorporated in 1969, Gilmore Valve is a family-owned business.