Save the Date for the 2022 Annual Conference

2020 Annual Conference

2022 NFPA Annual Conference February 22-24, 2022 Arizona Biltmore Phoenix, AZ The 2022 NFPA Annual Conference is quickly approaching. Consistently one of the best industry networking events of the year, this conference attracts attendees from across the fluid power supply chain. The 2022 conference will take place February 22-24, 2022 at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix.…

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Fluid Power Forum Discusses the Lasting Impact of the Fluid Power Action Challenge

Episode 55 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Heidi Kent of Ashby Public School in Minnesota. Listen below to hear about the process for competing in an NFPA Fluid Power Action Challenge and learn how companies in the industry can participate. This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people,…

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NFPA Welcomes New Member: Vis Hydraulics

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NFPA’s latest manufacturer member, Vis Hydraulics, has been designing, manufacturing and marketing world class cartridge valve technology since 2009. Vis Hydraulics offers a full line of solenoid operated, directional control, pressure control, motion control, flow control and proportional control valves that cater to customer’s cartridge valve needs. Vis Hydraulics is committed to design innovation, research,…

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NFPA Releases New U.S. Fluid Power Industry Brief

Fluid Power Machinery

A new report, the U.S. Fluid Power Industry Brief, has been published by the National Fluid Power Association. Copies can be downloaded by members and non-members from the following website: https://www.nfpa.com/home/industry-stats/Industry-Brief.htm The Brief will be replacing NFPA’s Annual Report on the U.S. Fluid Power Industry and will adopt a cadence of release every other year.…

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There’s Still Time to Register for September NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference

September 2021 Virtual NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference September 2, 2021 | 8:00 AM – 11:45 AM (Central Time)Register Here The September 2 NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference on advanced software solutions for machine control and reliability features three can’t-miss presentations along with easy-to-access networking opportunities. The conference, which will take place online via Remo, will feature the following presentations: Better Machine Solutions…

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2021 IEOC a Successful Return to In-Person Events

The 2021 Industry & Economic Outlook Conference marked NFPA’s successful return to in-person events. The conference, which was well attended by both members and non-members, showcased presentations from some of the fluid power industry’s top experts as well as provided an opportunity for fluid power professionals to reconnect after months away from the traditional conference…

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Outlook from Quarter 3 Report Includes Varying Sector Growth Rates

Economic reports from NFPA continue to be a valuable resource for preparing our members for what’s next in the fluid power industry. This month, there are several updated reports available that are packed with the details you need to make informed business decisions. One of these reports is the NFPA Forecast Report: U.S. Customer Markets.  NFPA’s Forecast Report on U.S. Customer…

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Contribute Your Engineering Expertise on Behalf of the Industry

fluid power standardization

INFLUENCE the global conversation in the standards development process.DISCOVER breakthroughs in fluid power technology.ENGAGE with important fluid power stakeholders and decision makers.JOIN the U.S. Technical Advisory Group to Technical Committee 131 – Fluid Power Systems As the International Standards Organization (ISO) secretariat for Technical Committee (TC 131) – Fluid power, NFPA coordinates standardization work, both…

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NFPA Welcomes New Member: Elwood Corporation

NFPA membership connections

Elwood Corporation, a Wisconsin-based company, is the latest manufacturer to join NFPA membership. Elwood Corporation’s fluid power product line is designed for applications using HFA fluids (soluble oils, other water-based low viscosity fluids) as well as water itself. Their custom and legacy products serve industries including steel, aluminum, petro-chemical and more. With roots dating back to the…

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