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NAM Regulatory Update: NAM Sees Strength for Manufacturing as Washington Transitions
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. (November 8, 2024) With a new administration and Congress on the…
Read MoreNott Company Expands Operations with New Facility
Nott Company, a member of our association and a leader in custom-engineered solutions, has announced its relocation to a larger facility in Burnsville, Minnesota. This modernized space aligns with Nott Company’s ongoing commitment to cutting-edge engineering and production capabilities. Equipped with the latest technology and advanced production tools, the facility will support a range of…
Read MoreHydraulic Cartridge Flow Meters for Data Acquisition
This episode of Fluid Power Forum features Dale Dietel. Dale is the President and CEO of DGD Fluid Power, which specializes in designing and manufacturing hydraulic and electrohydraulic components and systems. Dale gave a presentation at NFPA’s Hydraulics Conference co-located at the 2024 iVT EXPO. His presentation was on advancements in hydraulic technology and data…
Read MoreMeet a Robotics Challenge Scholarship Awardee – Ayush Shah
The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation has awarded 5 scholarships to students who applied to the Robotics Challenge Scholarship. A minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, 1,000-word essay, letter of recommendation, and use of pneumatics in their FIRST or VEX competition robot were required from each applicant. The NFPA Foundation’s goal is to build awareness of…
Read MoreNAM Regulatory Update: Small Manufacturers: Congress Must Restore Full Expensing
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. (October 17, 2024) As part of the NAM’s “Manufacturing Wins” tax…
Read MoreBreaking the Mold: Inspiring Paths to Leadership in the Fluid Power Industry
This episode of Fluid Power Forum features Jeff Behling, President and CEO of STAUFF Corporation. Listen to the Podcast Here Jeff’s journey from the shop floor to the executive suite is a testament to the power of perseverance, continuous learning, and seizing opportunities. His story is relevant not just because of his unique background but…
Read MoreMeet a Fluid Power Scholarship Winner & Tom Wanke Legacy Awardee – Riley Mack
The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation has awarded 20 $2,000 scholarships to students pursuing fluid power related fields of study. One of the winners, Riley Mack, is attending Garden City Community College, and was selected for a Tom Wanke Legacy Fund Award. We asked Riley a few questions about winning the scholarship. What does winning a Tom…
Read MoreIFPS Call for Webinar Presenters – Share Your Expertise with the Fluid Power Community!
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. Do you have valuable insights or expertise to share with a broad and engaged audience? The IFPS is looking…
Read MoreRegulatory Update: NAM Emphasizes USMCA, Protecting Investors in Mexico Meetings
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. (October 9, 2024) In high-level meetings with government, manufacturing and trade…
Read MoreNAM Regulatory Update: Small Manufacturers Sound the Alarm on Uncompetitive R&D Tax Policy
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. (October 3, 2024) As part of its “Manufacturing Wins” tax campaign,…
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