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.
New in 2024, the IFPS has a new certification opportunity available to professionals in the fluid power industry. A Fluid Power Support Associate will demonstrate an understanding of key terminology used within the industry throughout the entire supply chain from sales to purchasing, to shipments, and beyond; show a general knowledge of fluid power principles; understanding of basic fluid power component functions; understand and knowledge of basic properties of fluids; understand the usage and application of seals; and demonstrate a knowledge of safety principles related to work within the fluid power industry.
Prep Resources Available for the Support Associate Certification:
- Fluid Power Support Associate Certification Study Manual
- Online Pretests
- Fluid Power Support Associate Certification Online Training Modules
- Fluid Power Support Associate Certification Review Training PowerPoint
Learn more about getting yourself or your employees certified by visiting ifps.org. Additional employer resources for certification can be found at www.employerexpress.ifps.org.
Like this post? Share it!
Recent Posts
Allison Forsythe Speaks About the Value of Participating in Standards Development
We’re excited to share a new onboarding video from Allison Forsythe, your Standards and Program Manager at the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). In this video, Allison highlights the important work we’re doing in standards development and how you can get involved. At NFPA, we manage both domestic and international standards, including those through the…
Enhance Your 2025 NFPA Annual Conference Experience By Bringing a Guest
2025 NFPA Annual ConferenceFebruary 25-27, 2025Tucson, AZRegistration Now Open The 2025 NFPA Annual Conference is not just about professional growth—it’s an opportunity to connect with your peers, your industry, and even your loved ones. As always, we’re offering an inviting Spouse/Guest Program that encourages you to bring someone special along to share in this experience.…
NFPA Executive Leadership Program Dives into the Art of Negotiation
The NFPA Executive Leadership Program is an in-depth and interactive program that helps emerging leaders in the fluid power industry develop their network and advance their management and leadership skills through tailored content. Its sessions are presented in collaboration with the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, with Kellogg faculty helping to curate interactions among…