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Fluid Power Forum Explores Applications of External Gear Pumps

Episode 41 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Aldo Toscano, President of Marzocchi Pumps. Listen below to hear about the important role low-noise gear pumps play in automotive technology. Listen to the Podcast This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and unique applications that are moving the…
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Explore Unique Advantages of Fluid Power Technology

From enabling artistic architecture to protecting homes from hurricane damage, #OnlyFluidPowerCan perform the many unique tasks that keep our world running. The fluid power industry is often overlooked in terms of its contributions to society as we know it, but now you can learn everything about the impact of fluid power in the United States…
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NFPA Invests in University Fluid Power Programs

The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation is committed to supporting university fluid power education and programs across the country. While NFPA has awarded various grants over the years, the University Fluid Power Grant Program is specifically designed to provide funding to faculty to implement new and/or add more fluid power courses and content to their…
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Member News: Danfoss Acquires Artemis Intelligent Power

NFPA member news is designed to inform members of key industry updates in quick, bite-sized posts that provide only the most important information. This week’s update comes from Danfoss. Danfoss recently announced the full acquisition of Artemis Intelligent Power Ltd (AIP), a Scotland-based company specializing in hydraulic system development. The acquisition was initiated in October…

Reconnect with Your Industry Peers at the 2021 NFPA Annual Conference

2021 NFPA Annual Conference  February 24-26, 2021 Virtual & In-Person Options Available Learn More | Register  There is still time to register for the 2021 Annual Conference, whether you plan to attend virtually or in-person. Here are the top reasons to secure your spot today: Network with top fluid power industry leaders via a ballroom-inspired online platform or in-person at the Omni Scottsdale Resort…

March NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference to Feature Can’t-Miss Presentations

March 2021 NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference March 4, 2021 | 8:00 AM – 11:50 AM (Central Time) Virtual Delivery The March 2021 NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference (formerly: Regional Conference) is set to deliver all the exclusive fluid power content our members have come to expect. The upcoming conference content will cover a number of topics pertaining to advanced technologies for…
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Updated Industry Trends Data 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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NFPA Fluid Power Scholarship Application Now Available

Programs like the Fluid Power Scholarship Program 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 provides $2,000 Fluid Power Scholarships to help students enrolled in high schools,…
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Member News: Motion Industries Launches Rebrand

NFPA member news is designed to inform members of key industry updates in quick, bite-sized posts that provide only the most important information. This week’s update comes from Motion Industries. Motion Industries recently announced the rollout of its rebrand. The rollout includes a change in brand name under which it will operate, which is now…
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Explore Speaker Lineup for NFPA’s 2021 Annual Conference

2021 NFPA Annual Conference  February 24-26, 2021 Virtual & In-Person Options Available Learn More | Register  NFPA’s upcoming 2021 Annual Conference will feature a lineup of expert speakers dedicated to sharing valuable insights and information with attendees. Ranging in topics from geopolitical events to economic updates, attendees can expect the presentations to provide exclusive content that can’t be found anywhere…

Register Now for the March NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference

March 2021 NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference March 4, 2021 | 8:00 AM – 11:50 AM (Central Time) Virtual Delivery Register Now It’s time to register for the virtual March 4 NFPA/FPIC Quarterly Conference. The upcoming conference will take place March 4, 2021 and be focused on Advanced Technologies for Improving Pneumatic Systems Efficiency and will provide the insights…

NFPA Roadmap Committee Meets, Discusses Customer Drivers, Launches New Survey

  By Eric Lanke NFPA President/CEO Eighty-eight members of the NFPA Roadmap Committee met virtually on January 21, 2021, to review the results of a recent survey NFPA conducted on technology drivers in the twenty largest fluid power customer markets. The survey received responses from 113 individuals across the fluid power supply chain, including many…