Meet a Fluid Power Scholarship Winner—Max Kolesnikov
Programs like the Fluid Power Scholarships are made possible in part by the generous support of industry volunteers as well as NFPA Education and Technology Foundation and Pascal Society donors. Support these efforts by making a donation. The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation has awarded fifteen $2,000 scholarships to students pursuing fluid power technology fields of study. Here’s one of the winners, Max…
NFPA Welcomes New Member: Pneumax Automation LLC
Pneumax Automation LLC is part of the Pneumax Group, one of the leading international manufacturers of pneumatic components and systems for industrial and process automation and for automotive “body in white” applications. Continuous investments in R&D have allowed Pneumax to expand its product portfolio by adding a range of electric actuators and components for fluid…
Industry Trends Data Shows Continued Growth
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…
Message from the 2021-22 Board Chair
NFPA Continues to Strengthen the Fluid Power Industry by Jeff Hand, President and CEO, ROSS Controls The NFPA Board of Directors convened in Vermont in June 2021 to review NFPA’s performance over the past fiscal year and to make strategic decisions for moving the association forward into the future. As Chair of the NFPA Board…
Register for the September NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference
September 2021 NFPA/FPIC Quarterly ConferenceSeptember 2, 2021 | 8:00 AM – 11:50 AM (Central Time)Virtual Delivery It’s time to start making your plans to attend the virtual September NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference. The upcoming conference will take place September 2, 2021 and focus on advanced software solutions for machine control. This session will feature a variety of informative…
Fluid Power Forum Explores How Hydraulics Stop Terrorist Vehicles Dead in Their Tracks
Episode 53 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Dan Turner of GPM Controls. Listen below to hear about the hydraulic technology used to deploy anti-terrorist vehicle barriers in high-security areas. This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and unique applications that are moving the industry forward. New…
MFG Day 2021: Change Perceptions and Inspire Students to Choose a Fluid Power Career Path
MFG Day (Manufacturing Day) is a celebration of modern manufacturing meant to inspire the next generation of skilled workers and is an initiative of The Manufacturing Institute, a workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers. Each fall, manufacturers across America open their doors to show their communities what manufacturing really looks like. NFPA…
NFPA Welcomes New Member: Service Center Metals (SCM)
Service Center Metals (SCM) is an aluminum extrusion company headquartered in Prince George, Virginia. They produce higher-strength 6061-T6511 aluminum “Thunder Bar” for hydraulic manifold applications. Their products are sold through metal service centers and used in the automotive, solar, agriculture, military/defense, marine and machinery equipment industries. SCM is vertically–integrated with two plants on a 30-acre campus including…
There’s Still Time to Register for the 2021 IEOC
2021 Industry & Economic Outlook ConferenceAugust 16-18, 2021Registration Open If you haven’t already made your plans to attend NFPA’s 2021 Industry & Economic Outlook Conference (IEOC), there’s still time to register! The conference will be held at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center from August 16-18. The conference features an all-star line-up…
Save the Date for the September NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference
September 2021 NFPA/FPIC Quarterly ConferenceSeptember 2, 2021 | 8:00 AM – 11:50 AM (Central Time)Virtual Delivery It’s time to start making your plans to attend the virtual September NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference. The upcoming conference will take place September 2, 2021 and focus on advanced software solutions for machine control. This session will feature a variety of informative…
Meet a Fluid Power Scholarship Winner—Ben Quade
Programs like the Fluid Power Scholarships are made possible in part by the generous support of industry volunteers as well as NFPA Education and Technology Foundation and Pascal Society donors. Support these efforts by making a donation. The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation has awarded fifteen $2,000 scholarships to students pursuing fluid power technology fields of study. Here’s one of the winners, Ben…
NFPA Welcomes New Member: New Dimensions Precision Machining
New Dimensions Precision Machining, NFPA’s latest member, has a rich history in the fluid power industry dating back to 1987. The new supplier is a global sourcing leader/solution for precision CNC machined hydraulic manifolds/valves, castings and cylinder components with capabilities including prototyping, on-demand machining and high-volume production utilizing over 90 pieces of equipment. Materials machined…