Posts Tagged ‘fluid power’
Details for 2022/24 NFPA Executive Leadership Program Cohort Announced
Registration is open for the 2022/24 cohort of the NFPA Executive Leadership Program, presented in collaboration with the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, and program cadence and session topics are now available. This cohort will consist of six full-day in-person sessions (health standards allowing) interspersed by seven virtual sessions focused on concept applications and…
Read MoreU.S. Fluid Power Industry Brief Highlights Technological Significance of Industry
Hydraulics and pneumatics power technology across dozens of industries and hundreds of applications. Fluid power systems transmit more power in a smaller space than other forms of power transmission, making it an ideal option for construction, aerospace and mining uses, in addition to so many more. To give you a better idea of the reach…
Read MoreNFPA Continues to Source Talented Interns for Member Companies
Internships and co-ops are important parts of a student’s education, providing the relevant work experience employers want. As part of our workforce development efforts, NFPA is offering a limited number of $5,000 grants to companies that hire an intern through our Internship Support Program. NFPA is gathering student resumes and will send them to qualifying…
Read MoreMember News: Motion Completes Acquisition of Kaman Distribution Group
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 has completed the purchase of Kaman Distribution Group effective January 3, 2022. The acquisition is expected to help boost Motion’s concentration in core…
Read More2022 NFPA Annual Conference to Feature Can’t-Miss Networking Opportunities
2022 NFPA Annual ConferenceFebruary 22-24, 2022Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix, AZRegistration Open While NFPA’s 2022 Annual Conference will feature valuable educational sessions, exclusive Future Leaders opportunities and the NFPA Foundation Golf Fundraiser, one of its most notable features is the prime networking with the industry’s top executives. Manufacturers, distributors and suppliers will all be in attendance at the…
Read MoreSlate of Nominees Selected for 2022-23 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 be held February 23, 2022 at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix, Arizona. All terms will begin July 1, 2022. Only the Official Company Representatives (OCRs)…
Read MoreISO Standards Impact Our World – U.S. Fluid Power Industry Needs Experts
NFPA is looking for engineers interested in participating in standards development activities as experts in ISO/TC 131 and/or the U.S. TAG to TC 131. One of the strengths of ISO standardization is that the standards are created by the people who need them. In the United States, 153 industry experts participate on 11 technical advisory groups…
Read MoreUpcoming Deadlines for the 2022 Annual Conference
2022 NFPA Annual ConferenceFebruary 22-24, 2022Phoenix, AZRegistration Now Open NFPA’s 2022 Annual Conference will feature valuable in-person networking, thought-provoking educational sessions, the NFPA Foundation Golf Fundraiser and much more. With so many exclusive and unique offerings, spots at the conference and hotel are filling up quickly. Here are all the deadlines you can’t miss: Early Bird…
Read MoreFluid Power Forum Examines Vital Role of Hydraulic Systems in Snowplows
Episode 63 of Fluid Power Forum, NFPA’s fluid power industry-focused podcast, is now live. This episode features Jeremy Flasch of FORCE America, Inc. Listen below to hear about the hydraulic systems that enable snowplows to complete the crucial task of clearing streets and spreading snowmelt. This fluid power industry-focused podcast highlights the people, technologies and unique applications that…
Read MoreVehicle Challenge Competition Dates Announced
Programs like the Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge 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 2022 NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge program expanded again this year. Two separate competitive events will be…
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