Fluid Power Forum Explores How Hydraulics Stop Terrorist Vehicles Dead in Their Tracks

Episode 53 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Dan Turner of GPM Controls. Listen below to hear about the hydraulic technology used to deploy anti-terrorist vehicle barriers in high-security areas.

This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and unique applications that are moving the industry forward. New episodes will be released every other Monday. View the schedule for upcoming episodes below.

  • August 16 | “Hydraulics Just Became Easier to Use and More Cost Effective with Key Pump and Motor Standard” | Jason Nicholson of ISO
  • August 30 | “Everything You Need to Know About NFPA’s Action Challenge” | Heidi Kent of Ashby Public School
  • September 13 | “Hydraulic Safety Valves Reduce Hazards in Industrial Applications” | Doug Webster of Exotic Automation and Supply

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