Annual Conference Deadlines Approaching, Video Previews Available
2021 NFPA Annual Conference February 24-26, 2021 Virtual & In-Person Options Available Learn More | Register | Book Hotel Room Scheduled for February 24-26, the 2021 Annual Conference offers both an in-person and virtual version of the event. Virtual attendees will be able to take advantage of all conference presentations and digital networking opportunities, while in-person attendees at the NFPA Power of…
Slate of Nominees Selected for 2021-22 NFPA Board of Directors
The NFPA Nominating Committee has recommended the following industry leaders for positions on the NFPA Board of Directors. The election will take place during NFPA’s Annual Business Meeting, which will take place virtually on February 24, 2021. All terms will begin July 1, 2021. Only the Official Company Representatives (OCRs) of the NFPA Manufacturer and…
New Industry Trends Report 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…
Fluid Power Forum Explores Capabilities of Military ‘Robot Worm’
Episode 39 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Dr. Andrew Nuss of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). Listen below to hear how studying earthworms has led to the design of innovative tactical tunneling technology. Listen to the Podcast This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and…
IFPS Accepting Nominations for the 2021 Hall of Fame
International Fluid Power Society is now accepting nominations for this year’s Fluid Power Hall of Fame. Last year, IFPS reviewed applications and inducted five industry leaders in recognition of individuals – innovators, researchers, application engineers, educators, as well as sales and service personnel, who have made significant, lifetime contributions to the fluid power industry. Nominations for 2021…
Member News: Hydraquip, Inc. Welcomes New President
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 Hydraquip, Inc. As of January 1, 2021, Scott Nelson began his role as president of Hydraquip, Inc. He has been with the company for 25 years, starting…
NFPA Helps to Build an Educated Workforce
By Eric Lanke NFPA President/CEO One of NFPA’s core strategic objectives is to help increase the number of technical college and university students educated in fluid power and connect them to careers in the fluid power industry. There are a lot of ways for members to get engaged in our programs dedicated to advancing…
In-Person Annual Conference Option Offers Traditional Networking Experience
2021 NFPA Annual Conference & Power of Association Event February 24-26, 2021 Virtual and In-Person Options Now Available Learn More | Register The 2021 Annual Conference will be more accessible than ever now with both virtual and in-person opportunities. Attendees who opt for virtual-only registration will have access to the conference presentations, online networking platform and entertainment activities. Those who register for…
NFPA Provides Opportunities to Promote Fluid Power Technology
By Eric Lanke NFPA President/CEO One of NFPA’s core strategic objectives is to provide our members with opportunities and resources to promote the unique strengths and inherent advantages offered by modern fluid power technology. There are a lot of ways for members to get engaged in our programs dedicated to advancing this objective. As…
Effectively Communicate the Advantages of Fluid Power
There’s no denying the importance of fluid power in our country. From food processing to life-saving equipment, so much of our society relies on hydraulics and pneumatics — but do your customers know that? One great way to communicate the value of your work is through NFPA’s Annual Report on the U.S. Fluid Power Industry. By downloading…
Meet a Fluid Power Scholarship Winner—Jordyn Bracey
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 fourteen $2,000 scholarships to students pursuing fluid power technology fields of study. Here’s one of the winners, Jordyn…
NFPA Welcomes New Manufacturer Member: Basin Industries
Wisconsin-based Basin Precision Machine manufactures custom steel, ductile iron and aluminum hydraulic manifold blocks for mobile and industrial applications using four FMS systems, three stand-alone horizontals and thermal deburring to allow for minimal set-up, short lead times, high quality and high product mix. With over 100 team members, Basin has completed projects large and small,…