State of the Fluid Power Backlog Tracks Closely with Delivery Time Indices
How does your backlog look? NFPA’s latest State of the Fluid Power (SOFP) industry survey revealed 49.2% of participating manufacturers reporting a decrease in backlog from May to June 2024. As seen in the graph below, manufacturers and distributors have been saying relatively the same thing about their backlogs increasing or decreasing (higher index =…
NFPA Welcomes New Member: Kelco Industries
Kelco Industries offers high-performance, custom components for industrial equipment. We provide innovative, custom engineered solutions for the fluid power industry as well as a wide variety of other industries. We provide the highest quality PTFE rings, lathe cut rubber seals, bellows, and solenoids. All Kelco industrial components are clean, sanitary, and made in America. Kelco…
NFPA Publishes White Paper: Communication & Data Protocols for Mobile Equipment
A new publication, Communication & Data Protocols for Mobile Equipment, has been published by the National Fluid Power Association. Copies can be downloaded after a brief registration process from the following website: 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…
Get a Leg Up on Recruiting by Adding Your Company Name to NFPA Foundation Website
The culmination of NFPA’s many workforce programs is having talented students recruited by NFPA member companies. The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation website is a powerful resource designed to bridge the gap between talented engineering students and leading companies in the fluid power sector. For students eager to kickstart their careers, this site serves as…
Discover Cutting-Edge Hydraulics at iVT EXPO 2024 with NFPA Members
The iVT EXPO, an annual event for the off-highway vehicle design and engineering community, is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for August 21-22, 2024, and join us in Chicago, IL, for an opportunity to explore the latest advancements in industrial and off-highway vehicles. The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) is proud to co-locate…
Fall 2024 Fluid Power Recruitment Event with NIU
RSVP for our Fall 2024 Fluid Power Recruitment Event with Northern Illinois University (NIU). NIU is one of seven universities recognized as a Power Partner, teaching fluid power competencies and engaging in all NFPA educational programs. At this event, your company will have the opportunity to connect directly with NIU engineering students. Engaging in meaningful conversations,…
Now Announcing: Cuyahoga Community College as a Fast Track Hub in Ohio
NFPA’s Fast Track to Fluid Power is a workforce development pathway that partners local technical colleges with fluid power industry members and high school teachers. These networks create awareness and interest in fluid power and train students along a path that leads to careers in fluid power at NFPA member companies. We are pleased to…
Now Announcing: Houston Community College as a Fast Track Hub in Texas
NFPA’s Fast Track to Fluid Power is a workforce development pathway that partners local technical colleges with fluid power industry members and high school teachers. These networks create awareness and interest in fluid power and train students along a path that leads to careers in fluid power at NFPA member companies. We are pleased to…
Share Your Story: Inspire Your Future Fluid Power Colleagues
NFPA is dedicated to providing comprehensive career information to support emerging engineers and technicians. We want to offer more than just statistics and salary data; we aim to showcase the dynamic and rewarding nature of a fluid power career through real-life stories. We’re seeking professionals willing to share their job stories. By highlighting your daily…
Fast Track Hub MI
NFPA’s Fast Track to Fluid Power is a workforce development pathway that partners local technical colleges with fluid power industry members and high school teachers. These networks create awareness and interest in fluid power and train students along a path that leads to careers in fluid power at NFPA member companies. Michigan members can help…
Attend NFPA’s Student Recruitment Event with Purdue University During the 2024 Maha Conference
Maha ConferenceSeptember 4, 2024 | 4:00-6:00PM ETPurdue University, – West Lafayette, IN 47907 NFPA will be hosting a student recruitment event with Purdue University during the 2024 Maha Conference and Expo on campus Wednesday, September 4th from 4:00–6:00PM. Purdue University is recognized as one of our seven Power Partner Universities who is committed to teaching fluid power concepts as…
Fast Track Hub IL
NFPA’s Fast Track to Fluid Power is a workforce development pathway that partners local technical colleges with fluid power industry members and high school teachers. These networks create awareness and interest in fluid power and train students along a path that leads to careers in fluid power at NFPA member companies. Illinois members can help…