Jim Kemp Consulting
Experienced employees are retiring and taking practical knowledge with them.
I help companies pass that experience to their newer people.
47 years
in industrial pipe, valves and fittings
1973
started out in the warehouse
Owner
built and operated a PVF supply house
Consulting
Practical PVF expertise built on real-world experience
Practical guidance, technical expertise and hands-on support for organizations that want to understand and manage their industrial PVF systems better.
For distributors, contractors, plant operators, project managers, engineers and industry newcomers.
Industry training and education
Training programs tailored to employees, sales teams, distributors and technical staff who need a stronger understanding of PVF products and applications.
PVF system consultation
Guidance on selecting, applying and implementing industrial piping, valve and fitting systems.
Product selection and specification
Help choosing the right materials, valve types, piping and fittings for your operating requirements, the applicable standards and the environment they'll work in.
Technical advisory
Independent expertise for project planning, system evaluation, procurement decisions and operational improvements.
Distribution and supply chain support
Insight for PVF distributors and suppliers on product knowledge, customer support, inventory planning and market positioning.
Whether you need technical guidance, employee training, product expertise or industry insight, let's talk.
“When an experienced person retires, a company can lose far more than a name on its payroll.”
It can lose decades of practical knowledge: the lessons learned from customers, job sites, specifications and mistakes. That knowledge needs to be shared before it walks out the door.
There is an enormous amount to learn in PVF, and much of it has traditionally been picked up over years on the job. Newer people need a practical foundation they can build on.
- 3.8 million
- more U.S. manufacturing workers could be needed between 2024 and 2033, with 1.9 million roles at risk of going unfilled. The Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte
- 349,000
- net new construction workers needed in 2026, with most of that demand driven by retirements. Associated Builders and Contractors
Background
From the warehouse to owning the supply house
I've spent nearly five decades in industrial PVF, across warehousing, sales and distribution, working with manufacturers, distributors, contractors and end users.
1973
My PVF career began in the warehouse.
The tornado
After surviving a devastating tornado, my path shifted from the warehouse to sales.
Supply house
I built and operated my own PVF supply house, serving industrial plants, contractors, engineers and wholesale distributors in industries including oil and gas, refining, food processing and pharmaceuticals.
October 2025
I published Introduction to Industrial PVF: Pipe, Valves, and Fittings.
Today
Through Jim Kemp Consulting I help companies pass experience on to their newer people.
Industries served
- Oil and gas
- Petrochemical
- Refining
- Power generation
- Chemical processing
- Water and wastewater
- Food and beverage processing
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Industrial construction
- Manufacturing facilities
The book
Introduction to Industrial PVF
A clear, practical guide to pipe, valves and fittings for newcomers and seasoned professionals.
Paperback $19.99, Hardcover $24.99. Buy direct or on Amazon.
Also
Investor and acquisition advisory
I help investors and prospective buyers understand how PVF distribution businesses really work: purchasing, sales, inventory, margins, relationships and people.
Schedule a consultation
Get in touch to talk about your project, operational challenges or training needs.