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See the Global Impact of the U.S. Fluid Power Industry
The U.S. fluid power industry reaches far beyond the borders of our country. In addition to the impact that hydraulics and pneumatics have on the U.S., our exports also support international regions. One excellent way to see just how influential the U.S. fluid power industry is globally is to download the NFPA’s Annual Report on the…
Read MoreNFPA Launches Improved Member Services Hub
The National Fluid Power Association is introducing an upgraded website to improve accessibility to our member services. The Member Services Hub features the same content our members rely on, such as news and fluid power market information, but now all in one place. The Member Services Hub offers an enhanced user experience, creating a functional…
Read More2021 Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge Update
Programs like the Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge are made possible in part by the generous support of industry volunteers as well as NFPA Education and Technology Foundation and Pascal Society donors. Support these efforts by making a donation. With the support of NFPA Pascal Society donors, this year’s NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge program expanded to…
Read MoreNFPA Roadmap Committee Meets, Discusses Fluid Power Capability Improvements, Launches New Survey
By Eric Lanke, NFPA President/CEO Eighty-four members of the NFPA Roadmap Committee met virtually on March 4, 2021, to review the results of a recent survey NFPA conducted on capability improvements needed for fluid power systems to better meet the needs expressed by key technology drivers in fluid power’s largest customer markets. The survey received…
Read More2021 Annual Conference Offers Accessible Networking and Learning
Last week’s Annual Conference brought more than 130 total participants from nearly 100 companies and organizations together both in-person in Scottsdale, Arizona and online. Feedback was positive and noted quality speakers and valuable networking opportunities. The event featured a variety of expert presenters, enriching panel discussions and refreshingly authentic networking (both in-person and virtual). Hosting the event…
Read MoreNFPA Board Meets, Advances Agendas for 2020-21 Strategic Task Forces
By Eric Lanke, NFPA President/CEO On February 22-23, 2021, the NFPA Board of Directors met over a series of virtual meetings to review NFPA’s strategic objectives, and to advance the agendas for its 2020-21 strategic task forces. NFPA members may not be familiar with the Board’s strategic task forces, which are used each year to…
Read MoreFluid Power Forum Discusses Unique Advantages of Pneumatic Grippers
Episode 42 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Mike Guelker, a Product Manager at Festo. Listen below to hear what makes pneumatic grippers crucial to industrial applications and beyond. Listen to the Podcast This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and unique applications that are moving the…
Read MoreFluid Power Forum Explores Applications of External Gear Pumps
Episode 41 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Aldo Toscano, President of Marzocchi Pumps. Listen below to hear about the important role low-noise gear pumps play in automotive technology. Listen to the Podcast This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and unique applications that are moving the…
Read MoreExplore Unique Advantages of Fluid Power Technology
From enabling artistic architecture to protecting homes from hurricane damage, #OnlyFluidPowerCan perform the many unique tasks that keep our world running. The fluid power industry is often overlooked in terms of its contributions to society as we know it, but now you can learn everything about the impact of fluid power in the United States…
Read MoreExplore Speaker Lineup for NFPA’s 2021 Annual Conference
2021 NFPA Annual Conference February 24-26, 2021 Virtual & In-Person Options Available Learn More | Register NFPA’s upcoming 2021 Annual Conference will feature a lineup of expert speakers dedicated to sharing valuable insights and information with attendees. Ranging in topics from geopolitical events to economic updates, attendees can expect the presentations to provide exclusive content that can’t be found anywhere…
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