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Hear from an NCAT Student Engaged in NFPA Workforce Programs
We’re excited to share a new testimonial video from David Castro Lastor, a junior mechanical engineering student at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and president of the university’s Fluid Power Club. In his video, David shares how participating in NFPA programs has shaped his academic and personal growth. Through his leadership in the…
Read MoreNAM Regulatory Update: NAM, GOP: Manufacturers and Families Need Pro-Growth Tax Measures
As part of an effort to bring more information about the regulatory and legal environment facing American manufacturers, NFPA is monitoring the newsfeed of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) and will be bringing important updates like this to the attention of NFPA members. (January 15, 2025) More than just the manufacturing sector depends on…
Read MoreCall for Proposals: Hydraulics Technology Conference at iVT EXPO USA 2025
The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) will again be hosting a hydraulics technology conference at the 2025 iVT EXPO USA trade show, to be held August 20-21 in Chicago, IL. iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off-highway vehicle design and engineering community, which first took place in the United States in 2022. The event is focused on…
Read MorePlease Complete and Share Survey on Drivers in Fluid Power Customer Markets
The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) seeks to engage with stakeholders across the fluid power supply chain to publish a technology roadmap for fluid power in industrial, or in-plant, applications. This roadmap will be a document that describes the evolving needs of companies in fluid power’s many industrial customer markets, the degree to which fluid…
Read MoreDon’t Miss the Whirley Bird or Early Bird Deadline – Annual Conference 2025
2025 NFPA Annual ConferenceFebruary 25-27, 2025Tucson, AZRegistration Now Open The 2025 NFPA Annual Conference kicks off with an inspiring session by Stewart McQuillan and Sean McClung. Stewart, a paralyzed Royal Air Force veteran, invented the FAA-approved Aeroleg, enabling paraplegics to fly. Sean, a USAF veteran and aerospace executive, co-founded UAS Colorado to advance drone technology.…
Read MoreMake an Impact While Building Connections: Join Our Annual Conference Cornhole or Golf Fundraisers!
2025 NFPA Annual ConferenceFebruary 25-27, 2025Tucson, AZRegistration Now Open The 2025 NFPA Annual Conference is your opportunity to make meaningful connections while supporting the NFPA Foundation’s mission of advancing fluid power education. This year, we’re excited to feature two dynamic fundraising experiences on Thursday, February 27, 2025. NFPA Foundation Golf Fundraiser Tee up for a…
Read MoreEnhance Your 2025 NFPA Annual Conference Experience By Bringing a Guest
2025 NFPA Annual ConferenceFebruary 25-27, 2025Tucson, AZRegistration Now Open The 2025 NFPA Annual Conference is not just about professional growth—it’s an opportunity to connect with your peers, your industry, and even your loved ones. As always, we’re offering an inviting Spouse/Guest Program that encourages you to bring someone special along to share in this experience.…
Read MoreNFPA Executive Leadership Program Dives into the Art of Negotiation
The NFPA Executive Leadership Program is an in-depth and interactive program that helps emerging leaders in the fluid power industry develop their network and advance their management and leadership skills through tailored content. Its sessions are presented in collaboration with the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, with Kellogg faculty helping to curate interactions among…
Read MoreOxford’s Monthly Industry Briefings
Oxford’s Monthly Industry Briefings for November have been released and are available on the website. These reports contain the latest developments for eleven major industries around the globe with short industry briefs provided by Oxford Economics. These two-to-three-page briefs include a short-written summary, output/trend graphs, and an output table. Access Reports Here Basic Metals The US is…
Read More2025 Annual Conference – See Who’s Coming and Suite Deal
2025 NFPA Annual ConferenceFebruary 25-27, 2025Tucson, AZRegistration Now Open Fluid power professionals looking to connect with others in the industry will have ample opportunities at NFPA’s 2025 Annual Conference. You can plan your networking strategy using the AC See Who’s Coming list to preview who will be there, including CEOs, top decision-makers and other key players in the…
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