NFPA to Present Advanced Hydraulics Conference at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026
The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) will convene and co-locate an advanced hydraulics conference for off-highway vehicle and other fluid power engineers at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, to be held March 3-7, 2026, in Las Vegas, NV. CONEXPO-CON/AGG is the international gathering place every three years for the construction industries, focusing on construction, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. The event features exhibits of the…
Survey Results on Preventing Leaks – Now Available for NFPA Members
A new publication, 2024 NFPA Preventing Leaks Survey Results, has been published by the National Fluid Power Association. As defined in the 2023 NFPA Technology Roadmap, there are many machine-level technology trends that are actively shaping the future of the fluid power industry. These trends include the increasing electrification, connectivity, and autonomous functionality of both the…
Take Advantage of the Market Information Available to You as an NFPA Member
Need a refresher on what market information is available to you as an NFPA member? Meet with NFPA’s Economic and Statistical Services Manager, Cecilia Bart, for an overview and Q&A. NFPA provides members with a variety of report types, sources, and insights to best understand trends and outlooks in the fluid power industry. Below are…
Don’t Miss the Whirley Bird or Early Bird Deadline – Annual Conference 2025
2025 NFPA Annual ConferenceFebruary 25-27, 2025Tucson, AZRegistration Now Open The 2025 NFPA Annual Conference kicks off with an inspiring session by Stewart McQuillan and Sean McClung. Stewart, a paralyzed Royal Air Force veteran, invented the FAA-approved Aeroleg, enabling paraplegics to fly. Sean, a USAF veteran and aerospace executive, co-founded UAS Colorado to advance drone technology.…
Meet a Fluid Power Scholarship Winner – Austin Hinkley
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, Austin Hinkley, is attending the University of Michigan. We asked Austin a few questions about winning the scholarship. What does winning a Fluid Power Scholarship mean to you? Receiving this award will greatly…
New Episode of Fluid Power Forum: Innovative Gear Pump for Electrified Machines
Today, our guest is Manuel Rigosi. Manuel is the R&D Manager for Hydraulics at Casappa SpA (headquartered in Italy, Parma). Casappa produces a range of gear pumps and motors in aluminum and cast iron as well as piston pumps and motors with fixed and variable displacement. He presented at the 2024 MAHA Conference in September…
Member News: Womack Machine Supply and Morrell Group Rebrand as Evolution Motion Solutions
Womack Machine Supply and Morrell Group have rebranded under the name Evolution Motion Solutions, marking a new chapter in their history. Effective November 4, 2024, this change unifies their expertise in hydraulic, electromechanical, and pneumatic technologies for diverse industries. CEO Matt Oldroyd says, “Becoming Evolution is the next step to expanding our platform of technical…
Make an Impact While Building Connections: Join Our Annual Conference Cornhole or Golf Fundraisers!
2025 NFPA Annual ConferenceFebruary 25-27, 2025Tucson, AZRegistration Now Open The 2025 NFPA Annual Conference is your opportunity to make meaningful connections while supporting the NFPA Foundation’s mission of advancing fluid power education. This year, we’re excited to feature two dynamic fundraising experiences on Thursday, February 27, 2025. NFPA Foundation Golf Fundraiser Tee up for a…
NFPA Welcomes New Member: NUCOR
Nucor is North America’s largest steel manufacturer and recycler. Nucor is a leading North American producer of engineered bar products thanks to an ongoing commitment to innovation. Designed for the most demanding applications, our engineered bar products are produced in advanced steel facilities and endure rigorous testing to ensure they exceed industry standards for quality…
Recruit NIU Engineering Students – Join Us for a Networking Event
Northern Illinois University (NIU) Networking EventFebruary 10, 2025NIU Rock Valley College, Rockford, IL9:30AM – 1:30PM CT NFPA invites you to a special recruitment event on February 10, 2025, in partnership with Northern Illinois University (NIU), a valued Power Partner University. The Power Partner Program showcases universities that actively participate in all NFPA fluid power educational…
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.…