Posts by Stephanie Scaccianoce
IFPS Releases Second Edition of the Fluid Power Reference Handbook
The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) recently announced the release of a second edition Fluid Power Reference Handbook, a resource for hydraulic, pneumatic and motion control professionals. The book also act as a resource for people becoming certified and re-certified through the IFPS. These certifications cover industrial hydraulics, mobile hydraulics, and pneumatics at the specialist,…
Read MoreIFPS Announces Fluid Power Math Workshop and Other Web Seminars
Since 1960, the International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) has provided an objective, third-party assessment of skill levels and knowledge for thousands of fluid power professionals, making it the industry standard for the fluid power and motion control industries. Having a certified workforce can: Help increase your company’s credibility Ensure your employees are all fully…
Read MoreNow Announcing: Workforce Engagement Groups
A critical pillar of the NFPA’s mission is to develop an educated fluid power workforce and connect students to careers in the industry. In support of this mission, we are launching four state-specific Workforce Engagement Groups – one each in Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Indiana. The purpose of these groups is to bring your company…
Read More2022 Fluid Power Professional’s Day Photo Contest Open
The 2022 Fluid Power Professional’s Day Photo Contest is officially open. This annual contest is run by the International Fluid Power Society and the deadline for submissions is June 5. Participants should post a fluid power inspired photo to Facebook and/or Instagram with the hashtag #ifpscoolpics. There will be three winners. The prize will be a free IFPS…
Read MoreIFPS Publishes Employer Resource for Certifications
Since 1960, the International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) has provided an objective, third-party assessment of skill levels and knowledge for thousands of fluid power professionals, making it the industry standard for the fluid power and motion control industries. Having a certified workforce can: Help increase your company’s credibility Ensure your employees are all fully trained…
Read MoreMSOE’s Society of Women Engineers, NFPA Members Talk Careers With High School Students
Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) has an active student organization, the Society of Women Engineers (SWE). Each year, SWE hosts an annual event called Hands-On-Future for Milwaukee area high school students. This is an event where students of any year will visit MSOE to experience three different majors of their choosing where they get to…
Read MoreRecruit Students at Purdue’s 2022 Maha Fluid Power Conference
On May 17-19, Purdue University’s Maha Fluid Power Research Center is hosting its 2022 Maha Fluid Power Conference. The goal of the conference is to network, exchange ideas, and present the recent research trends in fluid power and related applications. The conference program includes technical presentations, keynote lectures, and a half day optional hands-on workshop. The conference…
Read MoreLast Chance: Nominations to Fluid Power Hall of Fame Due April 15
The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) is accepting nominations for this year’s Fluid Power Hall of Fame in recognition of individuals – innovators, researchers, application engineers, educators, as well as sales and service personnel – who have made significant, lifetime contributions to the fluid power industry. Nominations for 2022 will be accepted until April 15,…
Read MoreRegister Now for the 2022 NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge
With the support of NFPA Pascal Society donors, this year’s NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge program expanded to two separate competitions, ensuring that more students and universities can participate and more NFPA Foundation donors can connect with these students. Now is the time for those interested to register to attend one or both events.* Danfoss Power Solutions will…
Read MoreNominations to Fluid Power Hall of Fame Due April 15
The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) is accepting nominations for this year’s Fluid Power Hall of Fame in recognition of individuals – innovators, researchers, application engineers, educators, as well as sales and service personnel – who have made significant, lifetime contributions to the fluid power industry. Nominations for 2022 will be accepted until April 15,…
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