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Fluid Power Forum Explores Rod Seal Testing and Performance
Episode 16 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Chuck White of Hallite Seals, who has been studying the performance of rod seals in a variety of conditions, and plans to present some of his findings at IFPE 2020. [button link=”https://fluidpowerforward.libsyn.com/choosing-the-right-rod-seal-for-your-hydraulic-application-chuck-white” target=”blank” style=”primary”]Listen to the Podcast[/button] This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the…
Read MoreOpportunities to Help Promote Fluid Power
By Eric Lanke NFPA President/CEO In pursuing our mission of strengthening the fluid power industry, NFPA is focused on four key strategic objectives. Here’s a quick summary of the ways NFPA members can benefit from the programs associated with the third of those objectives. We call that objective Promote Fluid Power, and it’s where…
Read MoreSupplier Council Endorses Supplier Member Newsletter
By Eric Lanke NFPA President/CEO Suppliers – companies that provide products or services to companies that manufacturer fluid power components – are a critical member type in the effective supply chain forum that NFPA represents. In order to help ensure that these members have a voice in NFPA strategy and governance, a Supplier Leadership…
Read MoreArgonne National Laboratory Seeking Stakeholder Input on Off-Road Vehicle Energy Efficiency
The Argonne National Laboratory (ANL) is conducting a “Potential for Energy Efficiency Improvements for Off-Road Vehicles” study for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and would like input from industry regarding opportunities and barriers to increased off-road vehicle efficiency. To submit your input on the topic, please fill out this questionnaire and email your responses…
Read MoreTop Ways to Make the Most of IFPE 2020
IFPE 2020 March 10-14, 2020 Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas, Nevada Whether you are coming to IFPE 2020 to show off your company’s latest fluid power technologies in an exhibit or to walk the show floor to explore potential business opportunities, there are a number of ways to take those efforts a step further. Make the…
Read MoreSee the Latest Fluid Power Research at May 2020 CCEFP Summit
By Eric Lanke NFPA President/CEO Registration is now open for the next CCEFP Summit, which will take place at the University of Minnesota, May 19-21, 2020. The program features the latest developments in fluid power research projects, including projects awarded research supplements from the NFPA Foundation in 2019. Topics include: Fluid Power Energy Conversion…
Read MoreFive Companies Achieve Legacy Builder Status in NFPA Foundation
NFPA’s many workforce development programs 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. By Eric Lanke NFPA President/CEO At the recent NFPA Annual Conference in Miami, five more companies were recognized for reaching Legacy Builder…
Read MoreFluid Power Forum Examines Fluid Power Technology in Human-Powered Vehicles
Episode 15 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Jen Wisniewski, a member of the 2019 Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge Overall Champion team from Cleveland State, who presents on human-powered vehicles that use fluid power technology. [button link=”https://fluidpowerforward.libsyn.com/human-powered-fluid-power-vehicles-jen-wisniewski” target=”blank” style=”primary”]Listen to the Podcast[/button] This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies, and unique…
Read More2020 Annual Conference Offers Enhanced Networking and Learning
Last week’s Annual Conference brought more than 220 total attendees from 110 companies and organizations to Miami, Florida for the first NFPA event of the year. The conference featured unique speakers, ample networking opportunities, and fun engagement opportunities to explore the association and the city. Conference presentations about geopolitics, the neuroscience of corporate cultures, innovation,…
Read More2020 Fluid Power Professional’s Day Photo Contest Open
The 2020 Fluid Power Professional’s Day Photo Contest is officially open. This annual contest is run by the International Fluid Power Society and Fluid Power Journal. The deadline for submissions is March 31, and the winners will be announced on Fluid Power Professional’s Day (June 19). This year’s categories include New Perspective, Teamwork, Fun with Fluid Power and…
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