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NFPA Publishes 2021 Update to Fluid Power Technology Roadmap
A new publication, the 2021 NFPA Technology Roadmap: Improving the Design, Manufacture and Function of Fluid Power Components and Systems, has been published by the National Fluid Power Association. Copies can be downloaded after a brief registration process from the following website: https://www.nfpa.com/home/industry-stats/NFPA-Technology-Roadmap.htm The purpose of the Roadmap is to provide NFPA member companies…
Read MoreFluid Power Forum Examines New ISO Standard Set to Save Time and Money on Hydraulic Systems
Episode 54 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Jason Nicholson, the TC 131/SC 8/WG 13 convenor for the International Standards Organization. Listen below to hear about the improved standard for calculating the derived displacement of hydraulic pumps and motors and the impact this advancement will have on time…
Read MoreMessage from the 2021-22 Board Chair
NFPA Continues to Strengthen the Fluid Power Industry by Jeff Hand, President and CEO, ROSS Controls The NFPA Board of Directors convened in Vermont in June 2021 to review NFPA’s performance over the past fiscal year and to make strategic decisions for moving the association forward into the future. As Chair of the NFPA Board…
Read MoreFluid 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…
Read MoreThere’s Still Time to Register for the 2021 IEOC
2021 Industry & Economic Outlook ConferenceAugust 16-18, 2021Registration Open If you haven’t already made your plans to attend NFPA’s 2021 Industry & Economic Outlook Conference (IEOC), there’s still time to register! The conference will be held at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center from August 16-18. The conference features an all-star line-up…
Read MoreIEOC 2021: Your Go-To for Strategic Planning Resources
2021 Industry & Economic Outlook ConferenceAugust 16-18, 2021Registration Open The 2021 Industry & Economic Outlook Conference (IEOC) is quickly approaching and is set to not only deliver hard data and expert analysis for everyone in the fluid power supply chain, but also offer attendees the tools and connections they need to plan for their organization’s…
Read MoreFluid Power Forum Explores Intelligent Sensors Used to Increase Pneumatic Systems’ Efficiency
Episode 52 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Jeremy King of Norgren. Listen below to hear about advancements in pneumatic sensor technology and the various industrial systems they improve. This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and unique applications that are moving the industry forward. New episodes…
Read MoreDownload NFPA’s Annual Report While You Still Can
In August of 2021, NFPA will be releasing our new U.S. Fluid Power Industry Brief. This brief will be replacing the Annual Report on the U.S. Fluid Power Industry and will still include all of the information our members (and beyond) have come to expect. Make sure you download the Annual Report while it’s still…
Read MoreIFPE Priority Sales End August 13
IFPE 2023 is slated for March 14 -18, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada and will again serve as a platform for highlighting fluid power in front of potential customers. Space sales are officially open, and companies planning to exhibit can fill out the online space application and submit their deposit. Applications with deposits received by…
Read MoreFluid Power Forum Discusses Advancements in Motor Grading Technology
Episode 51 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Jeff Kuehn of Caterpillar. Listen below to hear about the latest in motor grading technology and how advanced features are making machine operation more accessible. This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and unique applications that are moving the…
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