Posts Tagged ‘education’
New! Innovative Pump Technology Expands to Medical Industry – Fluid Power Forum
This episode features Greg Shtrahman of Marzocchi Pumps USA. Listen to the Podcast Here Greg is a Business Development Manager at Marzocchi Pumps, a company that designs, manufactures, and sells external gear pumps and motors for high performance applications. We spoke with Marzocchi’s president in a previous episode about their low-noise gear pumps for automotive…
Read MoreMeet the 2024 NFPA Robotics Challenge Scholarship Winner – Evan Tan
Evan Tan of Conway, AR is the winner of the 2024 NFPA Robotics Challenge Scholarship. The scholarship program received strong applications from students across the country who used pneumatics in robotics competitions. The NFPA member judges who interviewed Evan were impressed by his understanding of pneumatics, passion for engineering, and service involvement in his community. Evan…
Read MoreExclusive Conference Discount for NFPA Members – iVT EXPO 2024
Next week, the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) will host sessions at the iVT Conference, offering attendees valuable insights into the latest advancements in hydraulic technology. A large majority of the presenters are technical experts from NFPA’s many member companies. “NFPA member companies represent the cutting-edge technologies that vehicle engineers increasingly need to incorporate into…
Read MoreMeet a Fluid Power Scholarship Winner – Christian Fain
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, Christian Fain, is attending the Auburn University. We asked Christian a few questions about winning the scholarship. What does winning a Fluid Power Scholarship mean to you? Winning this scholarship means a great…
Read MoreMeet a Robotics Challenge Scholarship Awardee – Emily Bolin
The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation has awarded 5 scholarships to students who applied to the Robotics Challenge Scholarship. A minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, 1,000-word essay, letter of recommendation, and use of pneumatics in their FIRST or VEX competition robot were required from each applicant. The NFPA Foundation’s goal is to build awareness of…
Read MoreMeet a Fluid Power Scholarship Winner – Colin Willits
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, Colin Willits, is attending the University of Massachusetts Amherst. We asked Colin a few questions about winning the scholarship. What does winning a Fluid Power Scholarship mean to you? Winning this scholarship allows…
Read MoreMeet a Fluid Power Scholarship Winner – Nicole Wu
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, Nicole Wu, is attending Ohlone College. We asked Nicole a few questions about winning the scholarship. What does winning a Fluid Power Scholarship mean to you? Winning this Fluid Power Scholarship Award means…
Read MoreGet 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…
Read MoreDiscover 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…
Read MoreShare 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…
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