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NFPA Welcomes New Member: Project Phoenix
Project Phoenix is proud to introduce its Independent Electrohydraulic System (IES), a servo-driven, drive-drive hydraulic gear pump. IES allows for the precise synchronization of an infinite number of IES using sophisticated motion control and algorithms. Its algorithms provide early-warning alerts relating, most significantly, to mechanical gear-teeth wear and system contamination. IES provides 15x better servo…
Read MoreEpisode 75: Smart Pneumatics Aid in Energy Consumption Reduction for Packaging Processes
This episode features Sandro Quintero, a Business Driver for Automation at Festo. We invited him to our forum to learn more about how Smart Pneumatics is reducing energy consumption in this key market. Listen to Podcast Here This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and unique applications that are moving the industry forward. New…
Read MoreAdvanced Pneumatic Solutions for Packaging and Processing Technology – Virtual Event
June 2nd, 2022 | 8:00am– 12:00pm (Central)Virtual Delivery This is your last chance to register for the June NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference. The upcoming conference will take place June 2nd, 2022, in NFPA’s online networking platform and will be held jointly with the Association for Packaging and Processing Technology. The conference focus is “Advanced Pneumatic Solutions…
Read MoreEpisode 74: Fluid Power’s Unique Advantages Continue to Support Electric Truck Functions
This episode features D.J. O’Konek, the ESS Group Manager from Nott Company and Bob Grinstead, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer from Zeuss Electric Chassis. We invited them to our forum to learn about some of fluid power’s unique advantages to support electric truck functions. Listen to Podcast Here This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and…
Read MoreNFPA Welcomes New Member: Mapal Inc.
Mapal is a cutting tool manufacturer. Producing PCD, CBN, and Solid Carbide tools for manufacturing. World headquarters is located in Aalen Germany with multiple facilities worldwide including two in the US at Port Huron, Mi., and Fountain Inn, Sc. Mapal is the world leader and produces more PCD tools than any other company worldwide. Having…
Read MoreNFPA Shipments and Orders Hit All-Time High
In the most recent edition of NFPA’s Confidential Shipment Statistics (CSS), members collectively reported the highest value of shipments and orders in the history of the program. Seasonally, March is the strongest month of the year which plays a part in the high numbers. However, despite lingering supply chain problems, fluid power shipments and orders…
Read MoreEngage Your Customers in the IFPE 2023 Trip Giveaway Program
March 14-18, 2023 Las Vegas, Nevada As many of you know, the 2023 IFPE Exhibitor registration is now open. This year, two special contestants will be rewarded with an IFPE ticket, an official show backpack and $500 towards the trip. Entries for this sweepstake started on May 2, 2022, and will be accepted until 11:59 p.m.…
Read MoreNFPA Executive Leadership Program Set to Provide Tools for Success
A few seats remain in the 2022/24 cohort of the NFPA Executive Leadership Program Registration is open for the 2022/24 cohort of the NFPA Executive Leadership Program, presented in collaboration with the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, and program cadence and session topics are now available. “I use the majority of the learned topics…
Read MoreAdvanced Pneumatic Solutions for Packaging and Processing Technology – Virtual Event
June 2nd, 2022 | 8:00am– 12:00pm (Central)Virtual Delivery There is still time to register for the June NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference. The upcoming conference will take place June 2nd, 2022, in NFPA’s online networking platform and will be held jointly with the Association for Packaging and Processing Technology. The conference focus is “Advanced Pneumatic Solutions for…
Read MoreLatest Industry Trends Data Now Available
As many of you may know, the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) is the leading source of hydraulic and pneumatic industry data. Members get and use our data in a variety of ways to run their businesses. Part of our market information services is providing overall industry trends. Here is the latest update: Hydraulic and…
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