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    Milwaukee, WI 53124

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    6737 W. Washington St.
    Suite 2350
     Milwaukee, WI 53124
    United States
    https://www.nfpa.com/home.htm
    (414) 778-3344

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    Since its founding in 1953, the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) has worked to promote fluid power technology and support the entire fluid power supply chain. The association now includes over 340 member companies which work together to address industry needs and success. 

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    Shipments for hydraulic components will improve in 2025 as recovery occurs in heavy machinery and other markets
    Hydraulics

    Economic Signals are Improving for Fluid Power Industry in 2025

    Dec. 10, 2024
    Macroeconomic signals are pointing to recovery in several markets which will present growth opportunities for the fluid power sector.
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    Macroeconomic trends are signaling more positive conditions for the global economy
    Technologies

    Macroeconomic Trends to Watch in 2025

    Dec. 10, 2024
    Current macroeconomic trends are signaling an improved global economy in 2025, but careful planning and monitoring of these trends will be necessary to capitalize on growth opportunitie...
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    Communication networks and protocols for mobile machines are evolving to meet advanced technology needs
    Hydraulics

    The Changing Landscape of Communication Protocols for Fluid Power Systems

    Nov. 18, 2024
    A new NFPA report examines how increasing digitization and other industry trends are expanding the communication protocols used in mobile equipment with which fluid power systems...
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    hydraulic system on agricultural equipment
    System Design

    A Guide to Basic Components in Modern Fluid Power Systems

    Feb. 22, 2024
    Learn the role various components play in creating intelligent hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
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    hydraulic hoses with pressure sensor
    Sensors & Software

    Sensors in Fluid Power Bring a Range of Design Opportunities

    Feb. 12, 2024
    Benefits ranging from improved precision and control to enhanced machine monitoring are possible when integrating sensors into fluid power systems.
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    hydraulic hoses on heavy machinery
    Hydraulics

    2024 Recession Presents Fluid Power Industry Opportunities for Investment

    Dec. 12, 2023
    With a mild recession predicted for 2024, fluid power manufacturers should use this time to invest in their business and prepare for the rebound coming in the second half of the...

    Videos & Resources

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    Hydraulic components on a machine
    Hydraulics

    Fluid Power Shipments Drop in November 2024

    Jan. 9, 2025
    The latest NFPA data shows fluid power shipments dropped in November compared to the previous month.
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    Shipments for hydraulic components continued their downward trend in October 2024
    Hydraulics

    Fluid Power Shipments Up in October but Continue Trending Downward

    Dec. 4, 2024
    Data from the National Fluid Power Association shows total fluid power shipments rose in October compared to the previous month but remained down from 2023 levels.
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    Hydraulic valve block
    Hydraulics

    Fluid Power Shipments Remain on a Decline

    Nov. 8, 2024
    Recent data from NFPA shows total fluid power shipments decreased 9.4% in September 2024 and remain on a downward trend.
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    Shipments for pneumatics continued to decline in August 2024
    Pneumatics

    Downward Trend Continues for Fluid Power Shipments in August 2024

    Oct. 9, 2024
    NFPA reports total fluid power shipments declined 14.9% in August 2024 compared to the previous year.
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    Shipments for hydraulic components are trending downward
    Hydraulics

    Fluid Power Shipments and Orders Trend Downwards in June 2024

    Aug. 7, 2024
    Data from the NFPA shows shipments and orders for fluid power products were down in June from previous months.
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    hydraulic cylinders
    Hydraulics

    Fluid Power Shipments Decreased in April 2024

    June 13, 2024
    Data from the National Fluid Power Association shows hydraulic and pneumatic shipments are on a downward trend.

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    The next edition of CONEXPO in 2026 is gearing up to be bigger than ever
    Hydraulics

    The Countdown Begins for CONEXPO 2026

    March 21, 2025
    With 1 year to go until CONEXPO 2026, AEM has announced new features to further enhance one of the biggest events for the construction industry.
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    Hydraulics and pneumatics play an important role in many automated systems
    Pneumatics

    NFPA Presenting Fluid Power Conference Sessions at Automate 2025

    March 18, 2025
    Three educational sessions will highlight technological developments in hydraulics and pneumatics as well as the advantages they offer to various automation applications.
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    Shipments for hydraulic and pneumatic components were down again in January 2025
    Hydraulics

    Fluid Power Shipments Down to Start 2025

    March 12, 2025
    Data from the NFPA shows shipments and orders for fluid power products decreased again in January 2025.
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    Demand for hydraulic and pneumatic components was down again in December 2024
    Hydraulics

    Fluid Power Shipments Close Out 2024 on Downward Trend

    Feb. 13, 2025
    NFPA data for December 2024 shows a continued decline for fluid power shipments and orders.
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    Advancements in hydraulics will be highlighted during NFPA's conference at iVT Expo 2025
    Hydraulics

    NFPA Accepting Proposals for Hydraulics Conference at iVT Expo 2025

    Jan. 27, 2025
    NFPA is seeking presentation proposals for its hydraulics technology conference that will be held in conjunction with iVT Expo USA 2025.
    S. Jensen
    Pneumatics are frequently used in industrial automation applications
    Pneumatics

    NFPA Collecting Input on Industrial Fluid Power Market Drivers

    Jan. 16, 2025
    NFPA is asking the hydraulics and pneumatics sector for insight on industrial machinery application requirements to help shape its next technology roadmap.
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    An overview of a CONEXPO outdoor lot featuring various types of construction machinery
    Hydraulics

    NFPA Hosting Advanced Hydraulics Conference at CONEXPO 2026

    Jan. 10, 2025
    NFPA plans to host a 2-day conference at CONEXPO 2026 focusing on the latest advances in hydraulic technology for construction equipment and other off-highway machinery.
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    Creating systems for safe machine operation is critical for fluid power and machine manufacturers
    Pneumatics

    NFPA Introduces Functional Safety White Paper

    Jan. 2, 2025
    The NFPA's newest white paper aims to provide a resource to help guide development of Functional Safety systems for hydraulic and pneumatic applications.
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    A number of innovations took place in the fluid power market in 2024
    Hydraulics

    Looking Back at an Innovative 2024 in Fluid Power

    Dec. 18, 2024
    Sensor advancements and other technological developments as well as unique use cases can be counted among the highlights for hydraulics and pneumatics in 2024.